I've had an Alum Featherlite for years. I have had a number of steel trailers over the decades. I now would never own anything other then alum. When towing empty, no matter what the vehicle, you almost forget its there. I have 15" wheels, and I am normally a huge proponent of oversize wheels. Not sure if what you are hauling with already a light alum trailer on a regular basis that would justify 16" wheels and upgraded axles. As a long time Alum certified welder, I often check out copy cat alum trailers, I have yet to find one with welds/design that matches or exceeds a Featherlite. That does not mean a Featherlite is perfect, but it does follow my maxim, copy's are seldom as good as the original. I hope one area Featherlite would/has improved, ramp storage, which I don't use any longer, but it would not stop me from getting another Featherlite.

Reality check, that half the population is smarter then 50% of the people and it's a constantly contested fact.