SafeBump® Roof System: Head Protection That Goes Above and Beyond
Not Just a Roof. A Safety System.
If your horse has ever reared inside a trailer, you’ve probably had that heart-stopping moment: “Did they hit their head?”
That single moment is why Brad Heath, founder of Double D Trailers, created the SafeBump® Roof System; a seamless, flexible, composite roof that protects your horse where it matters most.
“I built the SafeBump® after hearing from a customer whose horse reared during loading and struck the roof. He was lucky. I wanted to make sure luck wasn’t the only thing standing between a horse and a cracked skull.”
— Brad Heath, Founder, Double D Trailers
Why Conventional Roofs Aren’t Enough
Most trailers still use mill-finish aluminum roofs, which are:
- Thin (often less than 1/16" thick)
- Rigid and sharp, with rivets or seams that can cut a rearing horse
- Uninsulated, trapping heat and cold inside the trailer
- Prone to leaking, requiring regular resealing
In short, they’re not built with your horse’s safety or comfort in mind.
What Makes SafeBump® Different?
- Material: Single-piece molded fiber composite
- Support: Reinforced with Z-Frame tubing every 16" for rollover protection
- Flexibility: Designed to flex slightly under impact to protect a rearing horse
- Thickness: Approx. 1/4" (5–6x thicker than typical aluminum skin)
- Temperature Control: Reflects heat, insulates cold — naturally stays cooler in summer
- Maintenance-Free: No rivets, no seams, no resealing required
“The SafeBump® roof won’t crack, leak, or transfer heat like aluminum. It’s stronger, safer, and quieter, and our customers tell us they can feel the difference immediately.”
— Brad Heath
Watch the video below to see the SafeBump® Roof in production at the Double D Trailers factory.
Cooler in Summer. Warmer in Winter.
Unlike aluminum that acts like a frying pan under the sun, the composite material in SafeBump® naturally reduces heat absorption. That means:
- Cooler trailer interiors on hot days
- Less dehydration risk
- Less stress on your horse during transport
- No need for aftermarket insulation
This also reduces the energy needed for HVAC systems in living quarters trailers, a win for comfort and efficiency.
Built for Real-World Emergencies
In a trailer accident or rollover, roof integrity can make the difference between survival and serious injury.
That’s why SafeBump® is reinforced every 16 inches with Z-Frame tubing, creating a roll cage effect that surrounds your horse with strength, not sheet metal.
We also include a rear header pad as standard to protect horses loading in confined spaces.
Leak-Proof. Hassle-Free.
SafeBump® is built in a single molded piece, meaning:
- No rivets to pop
- No seams to split
- No resealing needed
- No water damage inside the trailer
It’s the most low-maintenance roof in the industry, and one of the most durable.
Standard in Every Double D Trailer
We don’t upsell safety. SafeBump® is a standard feature, included on every Double D trailer because you shouldn’t have to pay extra to protect your horse’s head.
Ready to Talk Roof Safety?
If you’ve ever worried about your horse rearing, sweating, or suffering a head injury inside your trailer, the SafeBump® Roof was built for you.
Schedule a call with our team to explore how it fits into your custom build and learn how we combine it with SafeKick®, Z-Frame®, and SafeTack® to give your horse the safest ride possible.
