Insurance

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Wed, 17/03/2021 - 3:19pm

michael.buxton

Insurance

Anyone got any insurance recommendations?

Companies that understand trailer sailers, or pay out without too much resistance..

I'm with Towergate, coming up for renewal, but I'm not sure if the nature of a large trailer boat slips through the coverage..

Thanks

Mike B

Wed, 17/03/2021 - 4:34pm

rick.jones

Hi Michael

I originally used the RYA sponsored policy, but they changed brokers a few years ago and hiked the premiums horribly!

I now use GJW who charge a fair price, and with good cover. I've never had to claim though so can't vouch for how that would go.

The main accidental risk to the trailer is when towing, for which you need a good breakdown policy that will cover the size of the trailer. Trailer recovery won't be covered by the boat policy.

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Rick Jones (Treasurer), former 26X & 19 owner, Isle of Wight

Wed, 17/03/2021 - 4:40pm

roly.simpson

I started out with GJW for a

I started out with GJW for a number of years and had a couple of claims dealt with promptly by them without quibble. However now with SAGA who were cheaper and seem good. You should ensure that your insurance covers European waters if you think you will venture across there.

Roly

Wed, 17/03/2021 - 5:47pm

simon.armitage

I use Saga. It understands

I use Saga. It understands trailer sailors and trailer towing, you can speak to someone and you get a no claims discount.

Wed, 17/03/2021 - 6:20pm

david.claassen