[Chris Fultz]

A 6 x 14 tandem trailer is probably 2500 pounds empty. You will easily get it close to 5000 pounds with room for that much stuff.

I would be worried about the Ranger, and that is about the tow limit for the Ridgeline. Check the vehicle ratings and be sure you are not going to exceed tongue weight or total towing weight.

The rubber suspension is nice. We have that on our trailer. Smooth ride.

The front tongue is a great place for the spare because it is easy to get to.

Surge brakes are good and are very common. They are reliable and only need a connection to the back-up circuit on the tow vehicle to lock them out when you back up, so it is minimal impact to the vehicle wiring.