Why the Hensley Arrow Is the Best Anti-Sway Hitch for Travel Trailers

Why Towing Expert Andy Thomson Jr. Recommends the Hensley Arrow Hitch

When Andy Thomson Jr. talks towing, the RV world listens. As an RV columnist, Canadian RV Dealer of the Year, and towing setup expert, Andy has installed hundreds of hitches over decades—and he’s no stranger to the challenges that come with safely towing travel trailers.

In this new video interview, Andy shares his decades-long experience with the Ultimate Hensley Arrow®—and why it remains his top recommendation for eliminating trailer sway and restoring confidence on the road.

Watch the full video below to hear it in Andy’s own words:

“From White-Knuckle to Rock Solid” — Andy’s Story

Andy recounts a moment every RVer can relate to: testing the worst possible tow setup. A 33-foot trailer with a slide-out. A soft-suspension Crown Victoria. And a conventional hitch.

“You could get it up to about 45 miles an hour... then it would start to move around. 50 was as fast as you dared drive it.”
— Andy Thomson Jr.

After swapping in the Hensley Arrow, the transformation was immediate. Andy confidently cruised at 70 mph, even passing transport trucks on Ontario’s busy 401 highway.

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Why the Hensley Arrow Works So Well

Andy breaks it down in simple, practical terms:

• Sway Elimination: The Hensley Arrow changes the pivot point to just ahead of the tow vehicle’s rear axle—completely eliminating the fish-tailing effect of a standard ball hitch.

• Solid Link Control: When wind or passing trucks push the trailer sideways, the Arrow acts like a rigid arm. The trailer can't shove the tow vehicle around.

• Improved Tracking: No more delayed reactions. The trailer follows the tow vehicle’s lead immediately and smoothly.

“You can control the trailer with the tow vehicle. But the trailer can’t control the tow vehicle in reverse. That’s the beauty of the Arrow.”

Trusted by the Pros. Proven by Thousands.

Andy installed his first Hensley hitch in 1994. Three decades later, it’s still solving the same problems for today’s tow setups. Whether you're towing with a sedan or a modern SUV, the engineering behind the Hensley Arrow remains unmatched.

Ready to Tow with Confidence?

If you’ve ever white-knuckled your way down the highway, or felt that unsettling sway take hold—you owe it to yourself to try the Hensley Arrow. Like Andy says: “It just works extremely well.”

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