I have four square pads like the most of the E27's in Alameda Marina. There are no impressions on the hull. I have, however, seen other E27 trailers with the longer pads and have wondered about this myself, mostly regarding long distance transport.

Joe

:: I have a chance to buy a wet-sailed boat, but need to
:: put it on a trailer. Do you use three square pads per
:: side like an Olson30, Moore 24, etc., or is it best to
:: run long boards from aft to in front of the keel like a
:: Santa Cruz 27 usually has to prevent denting the hull?
:: Better yet, do any of you want to sell your trailer?

:: thanks, Dave