Marathon Single Place Deck for 1/2 Ton's - Pics Inside

[enis750]

hey all

I figured I would post these here, as the last topic was like 12 pages or something like that
a few wanted to see pics of it installed and w the sled on it

Pro's:
-lightweight
-easy to install w no drilling into the bed required. I used turnbuckles in all 4 corners + 2 ratchets in the front
-contruction is solid
-can load alone, no more calling a buddy to help lift sled in back of truck
-SuperClamp and track bar make securing it fast and convienient
-fits in bed w endgate up while not in use
-ramps will work with endgate on or off (I leave on for short trips, will take off for longer ones)
-ramps telescope to fit secure under the deck itself
-very affordable - $995 for the deck alone, plus $120 for SuperClamp + $35 for trackbar + $70 to ship

Con's:
-doesnt come w the 1/2" plywood installed as you see in pics. I installed to keep snow and ice out and off the ramps
-wouldnt suggest for sled's longer than 146, so wouldnt really accomodate longer track MTN sleds
-unloading can be cumbersome getting the middle ramp underneath the track
-one piece ramp would be better suited and easier IMO (similar to full size decks)
-doesnt solve storage issue, BUT .... is still better than a trailer IMO

So there it is, my small review of this deck after only a couple rides
Would I buy one again? .... YEP
AM I happy w the purchase ? .... YEP

I think Marathon did the best they could w this system all things considered
They do have a TRUCK BOSS version coming out for 1/2 ton's this summer, that I may consider picking up
Its a tad pricier at $2100-2500 (or so I have ben told on the price), BUT .. I can leave it on all year and it acts as a tonneau cover (lockable) as well

Any questions, please let me know
And a BIGG thanks to Aiden from Marathon for his help on getting this to me

 

[tantrumpipeline]

hey all

I figured I would post these here, as the last topic was like 12 pages or something like that
a few wanted to see pics of it installed and w the sled on it

Pro's:
-lightweight
-easy to install w no drilling into the bed required. I used turnbuckles in all 4 corners + 2 ratchets in the front
-contruction is solid
-can load alone, no more calling a buddy to help lift sled in back of truck
-SuperClamp and track bar make securing it fast and convienient
-fits in bed w endgate up while not in use
-ramps will work with endgate on or off (I leave on for short trips, will take off for longer ones)
-ramps telescope to fit secure under the deck itself
-very affordable - $995 for the deck alone, plus $120 for SuperClamp + $35 for trackbar + $70 to ship

Con's:
-doesnt come w the 1/2" plywood installed as you see in pics. I installed to keep snow and ice out and off the ramps
-wouldnt suggest for sled's longer than 146, so wouldnt really accomodate longer track MTN sleds
-unloading can be cumbersome getting the middle ramp underneath the track
-one piece ramp would be better suited and easier IMO (similar to full size decks)
-doesnt solve storage issue, BUT .... is still better than a trailer IMO

So there it is, my small review of this deck after only a couple rides
Would I buy one again? .... YEP
AM I happy w the purchase ? .... YEP

I think Marathon did the best they could w this system all things considered
They do have a TRUCK BOSS version coming out for 1/2 ton's this summer, that I may consider picking up
Its a tad pricier at $2100-2500 (or so I have ben told on the price), BUT .. I can leave it on all year and it acts as a tonneau cover (lockable) as well

Any questions, please let me know
And a BIGG thanks to Aiden from Marathon for his help on getting this to me


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I got a.d.d and sidetracked with all the writing when I saw the army green freeride looks like a cool setup to me

 

[enis750]

I got a.d.d and sidetracked with all the writing when I saw the army green freeride looks like a cool setup to me

I hear that my man .. I got bored writing it
hope it helps someone who has any questions about hauling w a 1/2 ton like I did tho...

and ya, that green gets better everytime I ride it

 

[v10rider]

Cool. Was wondering if you were going to post the review of marathon deck. As a 1/2 ton owner, it is always interesting to see what others have come up to haul their sled around.

 

[Bnorth]

Looks good, one question. Does your truck have really short bedsides or does that deck situp quite high?

 

[enis750]

Looks good, one question. Does your truck have really short bedsides or does that deck situp quite high?

I put 2 chunks of 3/4" plywood under the deck legs
I needed the extra height to make the turnbuckles fit (its tough to small small enough ones that have a decent load rating)
the headache rack on the deck sits flush w the top of my truck bed

 

[Canuk]

Nice rig and nice sled too. I really like the flat green.

 

[shoppingcart111]

Looks good but man thats expensive, thats why I bought a trailer, but its also takes up alot of room. Guess you cant haul any extra fuel or tools, gear etc, unless you carry them in the cab.

 

[enis750]

Looks good but man thats expensive, thats why I bought a trailer, but its also takes up alot of room. Guess you cant haul any extra fuel or tools, gear etc, unless you carry them in the cab.

a trailer and a deck both have their pro's and con's
there is room to toss my gear bag (OGIO 9800), spare jerry can or two and oil no problem

 

[SidewaysInto3rd]

no protection for your rear glass ?

be extra careful when loading

seen way too many trucks with busted rear windows ! heck, i've run into my headache rack many times!

 

[powderhoundbrr]

no protection for your rear glass ?

be extra careful when loading

seen way too many trucks with busted rear windows ! heck, i've run into my headache rack many times!

Agreed, with a little extra blip of the throttle where you are sitting now will put you in the back seat.

 

[brad6]

Looks cool, but overpriced imo. I had a wood setup similiar to what u got. Didn't take up so much up the box area. Had a 2x6 platform that stays in the box and plywood/2x4 ramps that slid under the platform. Hauled my 153 no problems worked great. U from s'toon? I think i seen u loadin'up this past weekend.

 

[enis750]

no protection for your rear glass ?

be extra careful when loading

seen way too many trucks with busted rear windows ! heck, i've run into my headache rack many times!

ya ive been considering getting a headache rack... Just incase

 

[enis750]

Looks cool, but overpriced imo. I had a wood setup similiar to what u got. Didn't take up so much up the box area. Had a 2x6 platform that stays in the box and plywood/2x4 ramps that slid under the platform. Hauled my 153 no problems worked great. U from s'toon? I think i seen u loadin'up this past weekend.

I had thought of building one and have seen some wood ones before too
the Marathon is built solid, and fits great
sure you could build one cheaper but i think the wood ones look like a$$ compared to this

i didnt think the price was that bad for what u get

again i think its all personal preference
some say decks are brutal and an enclosed is the way to go, or an aluminum 2 place or whatever
this works for me right now, does what I want it too and was affordable for me

In my previous thread i talked about avoiding a trailer at all costs.... And this was the solution

 

[CUSO]

Looks great Enis750!!

I would like to see some pics from that truck boss deck.

 

[polarisdragon800]

What's wrong with just hauling your sled in the box? No deck? Can still tie the sled to the box loops and or to the bumper underneath, have storage beside the sled. Thought the whole purpose of a deck was so you could two sleds with on the truck and no trailer??


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[win]

Thats a nice setup, thinking going that way also, thanks for the pics

 

[enis750]

What's wrong with just hauling your sled in the box? No deck? Can still tie the sled to the box loops and or to the bumper underneath, have storage beside the sled. Thought the whole purpose of a deck was so you could two sleds with on the truck and no trailer??


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Getting the sled in the box
pretty tough to lift it in alone or always relying on a snowbank

 

[polarisdragon800]

Getting the sled in the box
pretty tough to lift it in alone or always relying on a snowbank

Always ramps, when done tale apart if your able to you put inter the skid of the sled, but nonetheless looks good!


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[blastoff]

Nice kudos to Superclamp for matching your skis