Why Every Rig Needs a Solid Trailer Door Hold Back

There is nothing more annoying than a heavy door slamming shut while you're halfway through loading gear, which is exactly why a good trailer door hold back is such a lifesaver. If you've spent any time working around trailers, you know the drill. You're trying to balance a heavy box or lead a stubborn horse, and a slight breeze catches the door, swinging it right into your shoulder or, worse, clicking it shut just when you need it open. It's one of those tiny pieces of hardware that you don't really think about until it fails—or until you realize you don't have one installed at all. ...

May 9, 2026 · 6 min · Pierre Mathilde