Description
Automatic Boat Latch Sport Model Description
The Automatic Boat Latch Sport Model is constructed of STAINLESS STEEL to prevent corrosion and help prevent rusting of the boat latch. Stainless Steel holds up stronger than any powder coated steel or zinc plated steel. Highlights to note.
- One of the best and most well-known characteristics of stainless steel is that it is extremely corrosion resistant. Especially known for its durability in salt climate and salt water conditions.
- Holds up INCREDIBLY well in most all climate conditions.
- Stainless steel is an extremely tough and highly durable material with high impact resistance.
- You will NOT be disappointed in the long lasting durability of the clamp.
The Automatic Boat Latch boat protector is made up of an upgraded Stoltz Polyurethane to prevent damage to your boat. Stoltz has been known around the world for its superior super roller material and we have upgraded it to an even stronger more resistant protector. 10 times more durable than plastic. Here are key notes to consider about Stoltz Poly.
- Abrasion resistance
- Non-marking, non-staining
- Won’t split or crack, even in extreme cold
- Longer, consistent performance
- Will not flat spot after months of storage
The Automatic Boat Latch Sport model is available in a short handle version or a long handle version. Here are a few highlights to note about both before making a decision.
The Long Handle Highlights
- Very commonly used on roller trailers.
- Automatically resets after loading and unloading.
- Made of Aluminum to help prevent corrosion and rust.
- Easy to reach from inside the boat for launching.
- Easy to add a rope to launch from inside the boat.
- MUST float the boat then pull handle to release the boat. (short handle has an option to manually release at anytime)
- LONG HANDLE MODEL CAN NOT BE CONVERTED TO SHORT HANDLE MODEL
The Short Handle – Automatic Handle Highlights (Automatically resets clamp)
- Very commonly used on bunk trailers.
- Automatically resets after loading and unloading.
- Made of Stainless Steel to help prevent corrosion and rust.
- Low profile for less bulk.
- Very little force to open.
- MUST float the boat then pull handle to release the boat. (option 1 short handle can manually release at anytime)
- BOTH THE MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC HANDLE COME WITH PURCHASE OF SHORT HANDLE MODEL
- SHORT HANDLE MODEL CAN NOT BE CONVERTED TO LONG HANDLE MODEL
The Short Handle – Manual Handle Highlights (Open clamp at anytime)
- Very commonly used on bunk trailers.
- Manually reset after loading and unloading.
- Made of Stainless Steel to help prevent corrosion and rust.
- Low profile for less bulk.
- Very little force to open.
- Can place handle in the up or “release position” to keep the clamp open for launching. You do not have to float the boat to release. If you prefer to unhook your strap and chain and release the clamp at the same time, you can with this option. You must manually place the handle in the down or “locking” position before loading the boat.
- BOTH THE MANUAL AND AUTOMATIC HANDLE COME WITH PURCHASE OF SHORT HANDLE MODEL
- SHORT HANDLE MODEL CAN NOT BE CONVERTED TO LONG HANDLE MODEL
Brian M. 1714218179I have a heavy 20' center console boat... that I'm launching and loading by myself most of the time. This product has made launch and load a very simple process. I wish I purchased it years ago.read more
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Shirley S. 1713909664So glad I decided to buy the... Boat2trailer hitch. Fast shipping, easy install, works like a dream. I get some looks when I'm ready to leave the boat ramp quicker than others around me. Best investment! Looking forward to more trips to the lake this year.read more
Dave L. 1713658031I've only been able to put the boat in... and take it out one time but latch worked perfectly love it. Thanksread more
Richard L. 1713572519I have a Tracker Bass boat. I go... fishing by myself. The model T made loading my boat very easy! No more laying on my stomach to latch my strap! Now I just click and jump in the back of my truck, safely pull my boat fully out, hook the ratchet strap and off I go!The model T is a must!!!!read more
Steve S. 1712625676This automatic boat hitch is super.... Strong, secure, consistent, easy to use and install. So glad I got it.read more
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John M. 1711732488Installed Model T , but never used it... ,or launched . I had several conversations and was able to return everything . The customer service was outstanding. Very satisfiedread more
Larry N. 1711720511Just installed this. Very simple to... install and worked great the first try. Very impressed.read more
That G. 1711330119I literally put it on in 10 minutes at... the boat ramp parking lot. I am not kidding it was so easy. I thought surely I am doing something wrong. Lol I was scared to use it. It works so good. I can't believe I waited this long to buy this product. I load and unload my boat alone 99% of the time. You will not be sorry. I bought the Sport model with short handle and put it on a 1996 Ranger bass boat. The black marks on the boat are from the original roller I had on the boat not the boat2trailer system. I can't say enough good things about this product.read more
Bob W. 1711157638Have used the Boat2Trailer about 6... times now and it works fantastic !!!!!read more
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Gary B. 1710358223Installed yesterday at a steep... ramp.Works well. Should work even easier on a normal not so steep boat ramp. Had to add a circular heavy duty clip to be able to connect safety chain as my eye bolt on the boat was not quite big enough to handle all three things. Boat 2 trailer, strap hook and safety chain. Other than that looking forward to using it more. Well built product. This is on a 24 foot proline bay boat. Boat, motor and fuel approximately 3800 pounds.read more
Randy A. 1709260569Easy to install and easier to use. I... don’t get out of the boat to attach the winch line. Just drive up slowly until you hear a click, that’s it.read more
Jonah L. 1708823218If you own a boat you need one of... these! No more getting your feet wet fooling with the wench. You are literally in and out of the water in seconds! When putting on the trailer it pretty much guides the boat in position and you hear a click. Trim up drive off. As far as the installation goes Stevie Wonder could do it in the dark it's that easy. Do yourself a favor and get one! Worth every penny trust me!!read more
Steve D. 1708443994Super easy install. Makes unloading and... load alone simple for this old guyread more
Steve H. 1707962891Works great! Super easy install!
Scotty H. 1707871878Wish I’d known about this years... ago!I’m 68 & tournament Bass fish, & this is soconvenient & simple. I installed it myself at the ramp in about 5 minutes. Worth every penny!read more
Richard L. 1707705262Makes it much easier to load and unload... when fishing by yourselfread more
Scott M. 1707403023Easy to install and great so far!
Mark S. 1707201800Fantastic boat catch.I use mine in the... murray river .at the dock for boat mooring drive into catch locks in.read more
Steve D. 1706712991Bought the Sport long handle for my... 2016 Triton 20TRX. Installation took 15 minutes after I launched the boat. Reloaded, launched with Boat2Trailer attached without a problem. I fish alone and this is going to make loading and unloading simple for this old guy. Wish I had known this soonerread more
Cristie E. 1706644396Shipping was fast ... Did a good job. ... Product seems good. Only 3 stars because I have not yet proven ... but I WILL, in the spring.Sorry for the delay - No complaints. It's all good!!!read more
M S 1706293754I love it. No more wet feet. 212WA... Hydra-Sport.read more
Randy E. 1705010201I fish alone a lot, at 70 it defiantly... makes life easier. I added the guide on made out of a piece of 1/2" Waterline in front of the sport model on Xpress H18C. Very happy with it. Perhaps a better guide on is available but this set up is durable.read more
Greg S. 1704409265The best money I ever spent! Game... changer!read more
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Sarg 1701823580I have had my Boat2Trailer hitch for a... couple of months now. I launch and load the boat several times a week. I am very happy with this addition to the trailer. It has made launching the boat easy and safer. Loading the boat is much more convenient with less time pulling the boat forward with the hand winch. Simply power forward until it latches. I would recommend this product.read more
Todd P. 1700025031It took all of 5 minutes to install and... is the absolute best item I have ever bought for my boat and trailer! I will never own a trailer that does not have one installed on it!read more
devin F. 1699306492Fantastic product! It works as... advertised and installation was easy. My boat and trailer combo wanted to slide off when pulling out of the water without hooking up the winch. This device perfectly fixed the issue and makes for a much simpler recovery operation with no wet feet.read more
Donald H. 1695243092All I can say one of the single best... things I have done with my boat. As a charter captain in dunking my biat 5 to 6x a week. After falling several times on slippery ramp to latch boat having to crank and crank to bring boat up to trailer. And the pain in the arse to get boat released from trailer when dropping it in. None of this is a issue anymore simple install 6 mins now it's just release winch strap back down use my ladder walk up boat and pull lever boat slides free. Loading it is simple as backing in pull boat up click and pull me out no wet feet no slipping. Thanks guys for making this old captains life easy.read more
George G. 1695130640The lake I fish does not allow power... loading. I am disabled and have trouble climbing in and out of my boat. I also fish alone a lot of the time. I have a Dakota boat retriever. This will pull my boat onto my trailer most of the way. With you receiver I can then back up until the boat hits the latch. It locks on and I can the pull out. It makes it so much easier. I had almost given up on fishing because of the difficulty of launching and pulling my boat out. Thank you so much of inventing this.read more
Kyle F. 1695050330Order came way faster than expected.... Installed quickly/easily. Makes loading and unloading a breeze. I purchased the sport model for my 2006 Nitro Z6. My fishing parter never needs to get out of the truck while loading or unloading. 10/10 would recommend.read more
Brad F. 1694896436The customer service was... excellent....the usps was to lazy to deliver to my house and returned package to sender.... Boat2trailer resent using another carrier... unit is installed.... I will recommend this to everyoneread more
Paul H. 1694281082Best purchase I’ve ever made for my... trailer.read more
Mike G. 1693194528What a great idea. Love it and easy to... install. Best purchase I have made for my boat.read more
Mickey E. 1692894203Fantastic product. Easy install
Henry C. 1692833606Great product, bought the sport model... for my Nitro. Installation is easy, but be prepared that you may need to change up the nylon bushings. I did mine in the garage and the bushings that came with it wouldn’t fit properly, with what came with it they would be to wide or not wide enough depending on which ones I tried to configure to get them to fit. I ended up going to the hardware store and buying different thicknesses and was able to install properly. Works like a dream, should have done this sooner.read more
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Wesley H. 1689740294Easy to install, easy to launch, easy... to load.
I'm glad I purchased the Ramp and Clamp which is a safer way to load and unload all by yourself or someone backing the trailer in for you.read more
I'm glad I purchased the Ramp and Clamp which is a safer way to load and unload all by yourself or someone backing the trailer in for you.read more
Chris E. 1689342762Great experience, very helpful and... friendly support and fast response to issues. The clamp is working as expected and I love itread more
Payton R. 1683318143Best invest I've made in a while as... long as it last for the years they guarantee it. Have already told several of my friends who fish about it and also mention it to a cousin of mine who owns a marina selling boats.read more
John P. 1682080999theres only one thing to say and thats... I wish I would of gotten this a long time ago, well built and easy to use off loading and loading wont be without this againread more
Don Gordon –
Appears to be a quality product!! Structure is fairly heavy but not too heavy!! Seller was very nice and happy to help!!
BRO –
Well made, quality material and easily installed. Intended to assist my boat launching at 82yrs.
Jeff M –
Installed today after coming in from fishing. Amazing. Best thing ever. Great customer service!
bobby –
Best investment I’ve ever made! Love it!
Tim –
Installed on my Ranger 520c , it’s worth every penny! Works great!
Charles W –
Put mine on today works great took 10 minutes to put on
Rick Lisek –
These latches are truly a life saver. I have them on both my boats. Game changer for sure. I guide over 300 trips a year and the latch has never failed or let me down.
William Cerrato –
Got one on my 21 bay boat! Game changer!
Gary W –
Work perfect I love mine
Roger Hickey –
Great product, great price. Easy install, highly recommend this product!!!!!
Odis Arp –
I got mine! Should have got it sooner.
Michael Bacca –
My Son and I just installed on my trailer for my 21’ Triton, SF-21…took about 20 minutes…his idea was to keep the strap on, but let the boat float a couple feet…installed it on the ramp…then started the motor and drove it up to lock…works great!
Andrew W –
I have used my RNC boat latch twice after installing it. It works excellent on my G 3 1860. Even more impressive is that Boat2Trailer read my comment and sent me apology for the missing lock nut that goes on the roller wheel , along with a free gift for my inconvenience. Quite frankly I wasn’t expecting that. Very impressed, thanks Boat2Trailer !!!
James –
got parts two days ago had to make minor adjustments to one roller everything is working great no problems experimenting with trailer depth made couple of tries it all worked out go very happy with results
Albert Lopez –
I purchase one made loading and unloading a lot easier.
Blaine –
Just installed mine this weekend. Works great. Very easy to install and operate!
James Arnold –
Just installed one on my boat 16′ bass tracker. It works great no more wet feet.
Brian L –
This product works extremely well. I put one on my Ranger trail along with the extended handle (option). I attached an S hook and used some ski rope and a carabiner clip and just pull the string from the driver’s seat and like magic, the boat slides right off the trailer. For guys like me that load and unload by themselves, this is perfect.
Christopher B –
Just installed mine yesterday on my V20 trailer after a tournament. Very nice and works as advertised. I was getting so sick of not getting the boat just right or it sliding down etc. These should be standard issue from just an efficiency standpoint at the ramp loading and unloading.
jim –
Just install it on my boat works Phenomenal. Very easy to install. 16′ tracker. No more wet feet
jim –
I bought the sports model and it worked out fantastically. Very easy to install. I tried it out the first time the other day Floated my sixteen foot Bass tracker. And it released very easily. When I came back in I backed the trailer back in got in the Boat pull it up until it clicked. Very easily. And I didn’t get my feet wet.
tracker and it released very easily
Brad Garrett –
Love it. Easy install. Works as promised. Takes the PITA out of loading and unloading.
Bryan Mueller –
Nice quality product, but I didn’t like the fact that I had to grind down the attachment points on my trailer in order to make it fit.
Perry Powell –
Put one on my FX Skeeter and love it!
David –
Best thing ever
walter –
Bought one for my Xpress H20B and it really works well.
Adam Shelton –
Just installed mine and couldn’t be happier! Super easy and works great
Dustin –
Got one on my 21 ft nautic star game changer just drive it on and done
Mike Keyes –
Amazing product. Makes my life a lot easier.
Calvin Wilcox –
The Sport Model is really great. Very easy to use. The only drawback is when you are fishing on a trolling motor only pond. I found I had to start the big motor to get the bow eyelet to click in
Jeff Morris –
The absolute best product out there! Game changer loading and unloading your boat. Love mine
Jeff –
The absolute best product out there! Game changer loading and unloading your boat. Love mine
Tony –
This is the best thing ever. Especially if you fish by yourself.
Terry B –
BEST MONEY EVER SPENT
Timothy B Findley Sr –
Great Product…Perfect for Launching and Recovering when fishing alone! A carpet decal would be a great addition…I get a lot of questions and have to find the business card to pass along the info!!!!
Joyce –
The Ramp & Clamp has truly been a life save for my husband. He is 74, loves to fish in his new Crestliner boat but getting it back on the trailer and hooked up was a challenge. He actually had to climb over the bow, stand on the trailer and hook up the winch strap then climb back in the boat, get out and pull out. Now he just drives it on till it latches and drives away. Other people at the launch are amazed how fast and easy it is. Send me some business cards and I will hand them out at the lakes. Thank you.
William Waring –
Bought one for my z20 works great and worth the money
Daniel S –
Put mine on Saturday on my ranger trailer and it is the bomb
Lee B –
Works great on my 2008 basscat couger
Doug A –
Just installed one on my boat. Haven’t used it yet but anti-theft locks and mechanism install easy and quick. If you give it a little thought, as long as you have two people, you can drop one of you to get in line, drive the boat away from the launch and when your turn comes, drive the boat on and pull away. That should speed up the the process at the launch line when you are coming and going, especially at the worst times such as when a storm is coming or has arrived. Do all fellow boaters a favor and get one! I especially like to purchase MADE IN THE USA BY A TRUSTWORTHY COMPANY!
Ron –
Just ordered one for my Nitro Z6. Can’t wait to simplify my solo launching. Follow Up- Just mounted it today and It’s the slickest! Guy at the launch was all “What the?” When I drove the boat on, listened for the click and cleared the ramp in seconds
Eric Y Smith –
Get on and off the boat ramp quick… easy to install and works like a second person. I can unload and load my boat quicker than ever with just myself. Quality product with all hardware included easy install. If you install this with boat on the trailer PLEASE put a jack under the hull of the boat and lift slightly so the winch stand doesn’t push forward from the weight of the boat on it. I learned the hard way because instructions say don’t jack up boat. Well winch stand slid forward hitting me in the collarbone and jaw knocking me off the tongue of the trailer… no fault but my own.. lol Great product..
Randy A –
If you fish by yourself, it’s an awesome tool to have
Lewis Ecker –
Game changer,,, Wow 🤩 how did I ever live without this….. absolutely works as advertised!
Cory Sumner –
One of the best things I’ve bought for the boat
Jason Montalvo –
Love it! Only con to this is installation instructions, other than that it’s awesome!!!
Keith R –
I bought one last month.. so far it’s perfect!
Rodney S –
Put one on my trailer and it works reallying well. I also installed easy steps. Made a lot of difference.
Chris –
This thing is amazing, put mine on and couldn’t believe how well it works
Chris Davidson –
The absolute best product out there! Game changer loading and unloading your boat. Love mine
Trung H –
Got the sport version to fit kenner. Have to modify the safety hook strap and not worry about bending over to latch the boat again. Awesome product!
Chris Sexton –
Went on super easy, and it’s an awesome addition to the boat and trailer. Literally makes life 10 times easier when fishing alone.
Rick Fredin –
Works great easy to install
Chris –
Its awesome
Ray C –
Tried mine today worked perfect on my Ranger z521L
Rich Giese –
Bought this for my Ranger boat. After a great day of fishing. My son and I always ended the day fighting landing the boat correctly. Best thing ever, no more arguments.
Pete Jackson –
Great product. I can not believe I waited so long to buy one. If you fish a lot by yourself as I do the Boat2Trailer latch is a must have. No more standing on your head or in the water to latch your boat. Works wonderful. If it sounds like I like mine. You are right. I do.
Gary Crone –
Works as advertised. Really nice for launching and loading my 18’ Charger alone!
Eric B –
Great Product backed by a great company, customer service is outstanding!
Jeff Phillips –
man i am impressed this is better than sliced bread i will give this three thumbs up and a twirl
Ricky Kline –
one of the best things I have bought for going fishing by myself . easy to get boat off the trailer and makes it supper easy to load .I have recommend it to all my friends and family. If you have a boat you really need to check out Boat2trailer I give it 100 thumbs up.
Jon Winn –
I got mine, works great!
Christopher J –
I’ve used mine for a couple of months now, and it has been absolutely fantastic. Couple of times I would’ve slipped and fell at the ramp but with this it did save my back
John J –
As a charter boat captain down in SW Florida. This was an awesome birthday gift! Makes my life easier. Love it so far!
Ron Plinske –
Installed the Sport Model on my Nitro Z6, single BEST accessory I’ve added to my boat! Debated for a year on doing this, don’t wait, just buy it! I show everyone at the launch that doesn’t have it already, I think I sold a few after demoing just by driving my boat on the trailer and exiting, just as easy launching. No more fumbling trying to unhitch from the deck of the boat. Solo Fisherman’s Best Friend!
Ron H –
Just ordered the Sports model today. Can’t wait to get it on my Trailer. Though I keep my boat on a lift at local Marina so don’t trailer it often it be nice to have this mainly to prevent ” Back Slip” when I pull out from a ramp.
Mike Curnutte –
Just installed mine this evening! It worked awesome, so easy to load my boat now! Highly recommend it!
Louie S –
I bought mine and installed it in 5 minutes. It is extremely well-built and operates exactly as they said. I think everyone who owns a boat should have one of these. Definitely 5 stars.
Walt H –
I just purchased the Boat2Trailer hitch, I can’t wait to install it
Kevin G –
I have a 1996 Spectrum. This is one of the best things I got for my boat
Dave S –
Great Product
Brent –
Just bought one. Great product. Also bought the locks and rope