re: When to replace trailer bearings? (Bass pic added)

Anytime you replace bearings the races should be replaced. You MIGHT get by without new races and you might not. Replacing races can be a pain. Breaking down on the side of the highway will ruin a day of fishing. Also, it could be dangerous and maybe cause damage to your fishing rig. I always carry an extra hub in my emergency kit that I carry in the truck. ALWAYS check the tire pressure on your boat trailer tires during the season. Under inflated tires will overheat and blowout. Now you need to buy a new tire. Speaking from experience.