Description
Atlantic Trailer Roller 4.5” 110mm Soft Poly Cotton Keel Roller – Red 17mm Bore
Protect your fibreglass boat and make trailer loading easier with the Atlantic 4.5” Soft Poly Cotton Keel Roller. Designed in a cotton reel style, this roller is specifically tailored to support flat hull designs, ensuring smooth and safe guidance during launch and retrieval.
Crafted from resilient yet soft polyurethane, this roller is tough enough for repeated use while gentle on your boat’s hull. UV-stabilised for long-lasting durability, it’s built to withstand exposure to the elements without losing performance.
With a 17 mm bore, it suits 16 mm roller spindles and is compatible with 35 mm washers and split pins. A plastic spindle insert prevents excessive wear, ensuring reliable performance for years to come. Upgrade your trailer with the Atlantic 4.5” Soft Poly Cotton Keel Roller for a smoother, safer boating experience.
Features
- Crafted from resilient yet soft polyurethane
- UV stabilised for visual and structural longevity whilst exposed to the elements
- Cotton reel style keel roller tailored for fibreglass boats, complementing their flat hull design
- 17 mm bore, suits 16 mm roller spindles
- Suits 35 mm washer and split pin
- Plastic spindle insert to prevent excessive wear caused during launch and retrieval
Warning: Ensure roller spindle, washers and split pins are correctly fitted and secured before launching. Inspect roller and spindle for wear regularly — replace if significant flattening, cracking or excessive movement is observed.
Boat Hut Insight
When choosing a keel roller, think about contact footprint as much as hardness. A slightly larger cotton-reel profile spreads load and reduces pressure points on older gelcoat or softer fibreglass, helping avoid hairline crazing. If you regularly launch on steep or rocky ramps, consider pairing this roller with a set of side bunks that have a matching soft surface — that combined contact strategy minimises abrasion during off-centre loading and reduces the chance of the hull twisting against a single hard contact point.
Tips
- Match the roller bore to your spindle size — a loose fit increases wear and noise.
- Check UV stabilisation claims and rotate spare rollers into service periodically to even out wear.
- Rinse with fresh water after saltwater launches and inspect the plastic insert for signs of compression.
- If your trailer uses shims or spacers, use corrosion-resistant washers to maintain alignment and reduce galvanic issues.
