I pull a Smitty all over the farm behind my ATV. But it isn't the original take-down version. I have steel risers with everything bolted firmly together and a jet sled screwed to the crossmembers. I have the tow bar fastened to the risers with quick connects. After a few winters of hauling hay, feed, dogs, and kids in it, I've had no problems with it breaking. I just had to replace the skis last year because the bare spots in the driveway and boat launches wore them out.