I've covered the issue of the "proper" truck in previous posts, but it bears repeating: a truck, no matter how big, cannot prevent trailer sway. To use my favorite visual, it's like hanging my tire swing from a bigger oak to keep it from swinging in the breeze. Physics wins, folks. Trucks provide Read More
Beat the Gas Prices
Here we go again... In 2008-2009 gas prices hit a record high. And RVers stayed home for the first few months of that memorable crisis. But those of us who love the lifestyle didn't stay deterred for long. Let's face it, the only thinig worse than paying $100+ to fill up your tank is to sit in Read More
COVID-19…ushering in a Golden Era of RVing?
As most of have settled into the "new reality" of life during COVID-19, many of us are wondering what life will look like after the current crises passes. History has shown that major events like this result in global changes in social behavior. Those of you reading are RVers or considering an RV. Read More
How Much Trailer Can I Tow?
This is the single most popular question we get asked. Folks will watch our free video, where we demonstrate the sway control effectiveness of the Hensley Arrow by towing a 35' Airstream at 45mph through a slalom course. Yes, the video is real. Despite accusations of Hensley being the only RV Read More
From Trailer Sway Control to Air-Ride Comfort
While Hensley began as a company with a focus on bringing towing safety to the travel trailer market by offering advanced trailer sway control technology, we've also built a reputation for providing the best air-ride 5th wheel hitches available. Because of our reputation and customer loyalty with Read More
Hensley Customer Spotlight
Hensley and TrailerSaver customer spotlight If not for my wife and Creative Memories, I would be content with a closet of shoe boxes crammed to the point of bursting with family photos. For those of you under 30, that's what we did before we had digital cameras and hard drives over 80Mb. I'm not Read More
RV Show Self-Defense
Yes, I still love RV Shows! I must admit that I love going to RV Shows. Even though I've worked at more than I've actually attended as a buyer. Even when I'm on my feet for ten hours in my little Hensley booth, it's just fun being out with people who share my love of the outdoors and RVing. You do Read More
Towing Tips for Snowbirds
Snowbirds Get Ready! Snowbirds typically spend hours per day dreaming of warm January evenings sipping iced-tea while reading the latest snow news from home. As September nudges into October, the daydreaming becomes a full-time job. Unfortunately, especially for the new snowbird, little thought is Read More
Travel Trailer vs. 5th Wheel
Travel Trailer or 5th Wheel? As I write this, thousands of hibernating campers-to-be are coming out of their caves and venturing forth into new territory - the RV market. For most of them, a motor home is out of the question. The cost and maintenance of a motor home makes it an unwise choice for Read More
Hensley TrailerSaver Air-Ride 5th Wheel Hitches
Hensley Mfg. has long been the industry leader in anti-sway travel trailer hitches. Their sixteen year track record is second to none and owners of the famous Arrow and Cub hitches swear they would never tow with anything else. Hensley is a company founded on the principles of safety, customer Read More
