Kayak demo trailer sales

Beginners, holidaymakers, families and anglers who want to try a kayak before spending a few hundred dollars or more.

Margin on boats and gear sold at events or ordered after a trial. Some sellers also add a small fee for guided demo sessions.

• Towing and loading long boats safely
• Friendly, no-pressure selling
• Planning events and weather

• Trading on public land, beaches or boat ramps usually needs a permit, so check with the council or parks authority
• Public liability insurance that covers demo paddling, plus your vehicle and trailer
• Water safety, as customers should wear lifejackets and you should check what your state's rules require
• Weather and seasons can cancel events and cut sales

Startup costs are typically around $10,000 to $35,000, depending on the trailer, the kayaks and gear you carry, and insurance. These are estimates, so get quotes for your stock and trailer before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on how many events you attend, your range and your prices. Weather and seasons can cancel events and cut sales, so plan for uneven months.

Check whether you need a permit to trade on public land, beaches or boat ramps, by asking the council or parks authority. Also check public liability insurance that covers demo paddling, your vehicle and trailer, and your state's lifejacket rules.