Rumber question or two…

[seabreeze]

I’ve done a search and have a couple of questions…

What is the lifespan of Rumber flooring in a horse trailer?

Also, how do you inspect it for safety? I think it’s pretty easy to tell with wood flooring when it’s weak or rotting, but how about Rumber? I don’t have personal experience with the material, so it might become obvious when I do look at it closely, but, if not, how?

Going to look at a used trailer tomorrow that has a Rumber floor. I feel pretty confident checking out a trailer otherwise, but that is one feature I’m not sure about.

Thanks for any feedback!

[Janet]

Rumber is guaranteed for 20 years.
My Rumber floored trailer is 18 years old, and I have had no problems with it.

[tobruk]

Rumber is pretty impervious to just about everything. Stick your head underneath to be sure that the crossmembers are sufficient. Rumber requires more crossmembers than ordinary wood. I think it’s 12" o.c but I’m not positive. If it’s an older trailer, you’ll be able to see any noticeable sag in the Rumber if it’s not properly supported. If it’s Rumber from the factory, you should be good.

[seabreeze]

@tobruk

Rumber is pretty impervious to just about everything. Stick your head underneath to be sure that the crossmembers are sufficient. Rumber requires more crossmembers than ordinary wood. I think it’s 12" o.c but I’m not positive. If it’s an older trailer, you’ll be able to see any noticeable sag in the Rumber if it’s not properly supported. If it’s Rumber from the factory, you should be good.

It is from the factory on a Hawk. Thank you!

[tobruk]

You have nothing to worry about.

[Training_Cupid]

I have it, and love not having to pull mats! I bought my trailer used 6 years ago and haven’t had any problems, but I’ve seen some horses with hind shoes slip a bit while stepping up. (My own horse is barefoot) I’ve never had issues while hauling, and shavings help fix the problem.

[LetItBe]

I love mine in my Hawk, trailer is 6 years old no issues.

LetItBe

[seabreeze]

Thanks for all your feedback, everyone. I ended up bringing the trailer home. It was in really excellent shape. I think I’m going to like the Rumber floor. I will probably put shavings in just because I think they’re more comfortable for the horses, but what a treat it will be not to have to pull mats each time we get home!