I just got that exact one a week ago. I have a 94 lbs Fishing Kayak and it works perfect! I deliberately took it over rough terrain just to see how it worked and it never failed. A must have for Kayaks. Thanks for the video.
Great video! After watching this I finally got my kayak to balance on the cart properly, it only took me six years to figure out! From watching this video I realised that the crucial element is which part of the kayak that you balance on the cart!
This is awesome, I've been going back and forth on which one to get and found this on amazon but wasn't sure if it was good or not. I'm glad it's so simple to use. Thanks for making this video!
People, put that cart closer to center and that will make your yak almost weightless, trust me its much better and mine has a 46lb battery and gear and I can use three fingers and take it to the water, and i walk far sooo !!!
Mate you are a genius because I have a really heavy kayak and I have to go down a steep hill and right in the middle it fits without it pivoting thanks a lot!
Worth noting. The current model in 2021 has a third 'full' bar that they call a kick stand. I have a new one that I have not used yet, but the product is being improved/updated. Thanks for the demo. The sad part is that I can't hit the water for six months now...
Thanks! The instructions I received only explained how to attach the wheels. I had no idea how to use the strap. Also if I hadn’t watched your TH-cam I wouldn’t have known about the kickstand. Knowing about that is a game changer.
@@georgebowman3051 I got the same one and it's total garbage don't buy it. it constantly slipped off no matter how you use the strap. It's just poor design and I get a different one
@@georgebowman3051 It will guaranteed. Those carts are absolutely useless. I tried the same cart and it slid off the back in 10ft. I ended up dragging my kayak across the ground that was easier then dealing with that piece of shit cart. absolute junk.
Your incorrect in how you did the straps-crossing from front to rear bars. The cart will twist when moving any distance and over anything but a sidewalk. Then the boat will be "crabbing" and hard to steer. You have the cart oriented right, but you tightly go from the bar toward the rear of the boat-the one with the kickstand-and then push the boat from the rear.
@@bellbouy for loose ground or sand your best bet is to use Beach/Balloon Wheels - you can go to suspenz.com and see the carts that are great for fishing kayaks and go thru sand and gravel will ease.
Hi Ed, we agree... if is best if you use two sets of cam-buckle straps as that will stop the load from shifting and stops the cart from folding when going over large bumps. One thing that Suspenz has done different from that cart is the platform has a slight v in the design so the kayak will be more stable on the platform when loading and transporting the yak. Another point on putting the kayak in the center of the cart is so the cart carries the load, if you put it towards the end - you carry more of the load - there is a video on Suspenz.com on how to load a center cart that may be helpful. Lastly - Airless wheels are an added benefit - as you never have to worry about getting a flat in the middle of your adventure. These carts will cost more than the $40 for the one in the video - it is a different cart that has been well thought out in its design. Hope this perspective is helpful when what to look for when choosing a cart.
No disrespect, but that dolly is junk. I purchased one also, will not sit right, moves all over the place. Slides off when pulling up or over anything. Save your money and get a better one.
Just bought one, just keeps folding up, how someone put this into production I’ll never know!! If you strap it like in this video it just twists. No use at all. If it’s intended to be used different you would think there might be some instructions
Had mine for a month before it broke. Now have to use ratchet straps to keep it from falling apart. Would of been better off just building one out of PVC. It would of at least been stronger.
You must have made a mistake attaching the wheels. Did you read the directions? What would keep the wheels from twisting under the boat the way you attached them. What would keep the wheels from sliding off the back of the boat?
Any feedback after using it? I'm looking for a cart and have thought about purchasing this exact model. Have been hesitant as I've been looking for some reviews. How does it handle having weight on your kayak(crate, anchor, rods, etc)? How about storage of the cart on the kayak once out on the water?
just got one this week yet to use it. i did however took a pool noodle and cut 4 pieces 5 inches long and zip tied them over the black foam that already on there. kayak seems to fit better. guess we'll see.
I bought 2 of these carts from Walmart for my grandson and I. I had to modify them by adding skids but they work great. We tried them at the lake on Thursday and pulled our kayaks over pretty rough ground. The carts stayed firmly attached for the full trip to the lake. Here’s a link to the post I made showing them modifications. th-cam.com/video/rTmQaTLr7Ak/w-d-xo.html
Found that the straps slip down and rub against the wheels damaging the straps as a lot of time you don't realise, the tighter you put the strap the more it's forced into contact with the wheel.
You strapped it wrong. Plus it's totally not strait what so ever. You eather strap it to the front bars of the dolly or the back not one of each. Also the kickstand goes towards the back as well. Just play with it till you figure out how your kayak will fit
Trust me. The design to strap this dolley is bogus. I bought one too and first thing I did was switch to a ratchet one and still have hard time strapping down tight. Had to wrap two legs then the opposite legs otherwise what he did will make your kayak slide off. Might as well modify two woods onto the middle.
I hoped to find a video on YT to show correct strapping... your's definetly not the one ;-) (You strap front and backbar together wich leads to folding together and there is no "protection" against twisting... Doesn't work on bulky terrain..)
I made a small ply baseboard with short lenghths of broomstick to locate in the scuppers. It's fixed to the trolley with pipe clips .It was a labour of love but works well.
Yes I have. You may run into it coming off. The trick I learned is putting something in the rod holder for my kayak so if it does start to slip, it catches on the rod holder
Thanks! I just ordered 2; one for my grandson and I. I’ll take your advice. I have another idea that may work as well but I want to try it first. I’ll let you know how it goes. Thanks again.
Man that s*** don't work ! them straps don't hold nothing down especially when you put a load in the kayak, I know I have the same one and another thing it also helps to put the cart in the middle of the kayak
You have to get the strap on really tight, and in reality you are just dragging it as the wheels sink in and don't really roll, but it is better than dragging the kayak on the sand
Do you know which ones help you load one on the roof? I saw a guy use one like it. Put it on his trunk upside down and put the yak on the wheels and pushed it up
The best trick for the roof rack is putting a bath mat on the top back corner of your car. Set the front of kayak on that and slide over the carpet and up to the rack then put the bath mat away. Cheap it out on a TH-cam video.
It can be done, there is a youtube on it. You put your strap around the roof rack and the tote. Put the tote foam side down on the rear window. you put the bow between the wheels and from the stern walk it up the back of your car, the kayak rolls up the wheels. You need to put a temp strap or rope on the stern to the rear of your car to keep it from kicking out when you are first putting the bow on the wheels. Haven't tried it yet but will this weekend
I just got that exact one a week ago. I have a 94 lbs Fishing Kayak and it works perfect! I deliberately took it over rough terrain just to see how it worked and it never failed. A must have for Kayaks.
Thanks for the video.
Great video! After watching this I finally got my kayak to balance on the cart properly, it only took me six years to figure out! From watching this video I realised that the crucial element is which part of the kayak that you balance on the cart!
Glad you found use to the video!
This is awesome, I've been going back and forth on which one to get and found this on amazon but wasn't sure if it was good or not. I'm glad it's so simple to use. Thanks for making this video!
Lol good luck with that
People, put that cart closer to center and that will make your yak almost weightless, trust me its much better and mine has a 46lb battery and gear and I can use three fingers and take it to the water, and i walk far sooo !!!
@1488 Goy Buy another strap they're not expensive
Mate you are a genius because I have a really heavy kayak and I have to go down a steep hill and right in the middle it fits without it pivoting thanks a lot!
Worth noting. The current model in 2021 has a third 'full' bar that they call a kick stand. I have a new one that I have not used yet, but the product is being improved/updated. Thanks for the demo. The sad part is that I can't hit the water for six months now...
Thanks! The instructions I received only explained how to attach the wheels. I had no idea how to use the strap. Also if I hadn’t watched your TH-cam I wouldn’t have known about the kickstand. Knowing about that is a game changer.
Hey bro thanks for the demonstration I just bought one of these for my kayak and you've been a great help God bless all the way from New Zealand
Thanks. Mine didn’t come with instructions so I want to see how you strap it correctly thank you buddy
Have you tried rolling your kayak across rough ground or on a trail? I’m just wondering if the cart slips off the kayak.
@@georgebowman3051 I got the same one and it's total garbage don't buy it. it constantly slipped off no matter how you use the strap. It's just poor design and I get a different one
@@georgebowman3051 It will guaranteed. Those carts are absolutely useless. I tried the same cart and it slid off the back in 10ft. I ended up dragging my kayak across the ground that was easier then dealing with that piece of shit cart. absolute junk.
Glad I found your TH-cam page.
Excellent video on this kayak cart!
Grad to see how you strapped it. Mine always comes off. I have a 128t and it’s a beast to handle
THANK YOU! Mine didn’t come with instructions so this is greatly appreciated!
comes with the actual cart itself. my man that crack me up
Just a heads up.The same one is cheaper on EBay for $25-$30. Nice video.
Your incorrect in how you did the straps-crossing from front to rear bars. The cart will twist when moving any distance and over anything but a sidewalk. Then the boat will be "crabbing" and hard to steer. You have the cart oriented right, but you tightly go from the bar toward the rear of the boat-the one with the kickstand-and then push the boat from the rear.
Can't push through loose ground or sand, need to drag
@@bellbouy for loose ground or sand your best bet is to use Beach/Balloon Wheels - you can go to suspenz.com and see the carts that are great for fishing kayaks and go thru sand and gravel will ease.
Hi Ed, we agree... if is best if you use two sets of cam-buckle straps as that will stop the load from shifting and stops the cart from folding when going over large bumps. One thing that Suspenz has done different from that cart is the platform has a slight v in the design so the kayak will be more stable on the platform when loading and transporting the yak. Another point on putting the kayak in the center of the cart is so the cart carries the load, if you put it towards the end - you carry more of the load - there is a video on Suspenz.com on how to load a center cart that may be helpful. Lastly - Airless wheels are an added benefit - as you never have to worry about getting a flat in the middle of your adventure. These carts will cost more than the $40 for the one in the video - it is a different cart that has been well thought out in its design. Hope this perspective is helpful when what to look for when choosing a cart.
So how do you strap it?
I was ready to throw my cart out like this because I couldn’t get the straps right. Thanks
No disrespect, but that dolly is junk. I purchased one also, will not sit right, moves all over the place. Slides off when pulling up or over anything. Save your money and get a better one.
Just bought one, just keeps folding up, how someone put this into production I’ll never know!!
If you strap it like in this video it just twists. No use at all. If it’s intended to be used different you would think there might be some instructions
I have a similar one designed the same way. Absolute junk. Lol
If you pull/push with kick stand on side of travel, it will fold up.
Had mine for a month before it broke. Now have to use ratchet straps to keep it from falling apart. Would of been better off just building one out of PVC. It would of at least been stronger.
Use the wheels and make one. good idea, I will do it eventually.
Yeah exactly those carts are junk. im thinking about making one out of pvc
THANKS for the video my friend!!! :)
I have one also,If you don`t have a long drag its good ,mine slides off after a while . let me know if you have same problem.
Definitely I’ll let you know what the result is after I take it out
We got the same cart an ours fall off or folds up
I have the academy version. I just add 2 bungee cords and it's GOLDEN
You must have made a mistake attaching the wheels. Did you read the directions? What would keep the wheels from twisting under the boat the way you attached them. What would keep the wheels from sliding off the back of the boat?
I recommend you make some modifications so that it doesn’t fold in on itself when you’re rolling it. It is a pain in the ass otherwise
Any feedback after using it? I'm looking for a cart and have thought about purchasing this exact model. Have been hesitant as I've been looking for some reviews. How does it handle having weight on your kayak(crate, anchor, rods, etc)? How about storage of the cart on the kayak once out on the water?
Hi. So I bought a 9 ft kayak and it's of course a bit wide. With that thing work ok for me ? Thanks
hey budy I got the same ,thinkimg on pull it with my bicicle,about 5 miles on pave.,do you think will it survive?
As long as you strap it down tight!
No way. First bump and kayak will be cattywampus
Nice review broo
just got one this week yet to use it. i did however took a pool noodle and cut 4 pieces 5 inches long and zip tied them over the black foam that already on there. kayak seems to fit better. guess we'll see.
Let me know how it works for you! Mine is still going strong!
Hi i have 3 step stairs can i use it ?? Will it be easy to carry the kayak up using it if my kayak is 88 pound,, thanks
If you put the cart in the middle of the bottom you will distribute weight much better and you will not have to lift so much weight.
I bought 2 of these carts from Walmart for my grandson and I. I had to modify them by adding skids but they work great. We tried them at the lake on Thursday and pulled our kayaks over pretty rough ground. The carts stayed firmly attached for the full trip to the lake. Here’s a link to the post I made showing them modifications. th-cam.com/video/rTmQaTLr7Ak/w-d-xo.html
New friends here! Been wanting to get one of these but want to make sure I get the best and lightest one. Thanks for sharing!
Found that the straps slip down and rub against the wheels damaging the straps as a lot of time you don't realise, the tighter you put the strap the more it's forced into contact with the wheel.
Do you take you cart back to the truck ? Or do you strap it down and take it out on the water with you?
I store it in the back of the yack!
I'm gonna buy same kayak dolly,thanks for this video.
do you have to take it off to put it in the water or does it stay on
Take it off, definitely
Thanks for sharing!
Super, tu arrives à lire un mode d'emploie ! wow!
The wheels on that cart are garbage both of mine have cracks in them and do not seal I have not yet but I am going to replace the wheels
I put green slime in mine works great
You strapped it wrong. Plus it's totally not strait what so ever. You eather strap it to the front bars of the dolly or the back not one of each. Also the kickstand goes towards the back as well. Just play with it till you figure out how your kayak will fit
Doesn't work too well on mine, even with 2 straps criss-crossed
Trust me. The design to strap this dolley is bogus. I bought one too and first thing I did was switch to a ratchet one and still have hard time strapping down tight. Had to wrap two legs then the opposite legs otherwise what he did will make your kayak slide off. Might as well modify two woods onto the middle.
This cart is trash! I Have it bandit slides off everything I try it on!
Dooooooope. I think I might have a hunch as to where you're thinking of taking that bad boy;)
Lol maybe we can fit the Jon boat on there
Spartan kid outdoors I think it's worth a shot!
I hoped to find a video on YT to show correct strapping... your's definetly not the one ;-) (You strap front and backbar together wich leads to folding together and there is no "protection" against twisting... Doesn't work on bulky terrain..)
My kayak doesn’t stay still, it just wobbles and does different things not stable at all, in tips?
I made a small ply baseboard with short lenghths of broomstick to locate in the scuppers. It's fixed to the trolley with pipe clips .It was a labour of love but works well.
Strap it to the middle of the kayak not the back
How has it held up?
Great still use it to this day!
Have you tried rolling your kayak across rough ground or down a trail? I’m wondering if the kayak comes off the cart.
Yes I have. You may run into it coming off. The trick I learned is putting something in the rod holder for my kayak so if it does start to slip, it catches on the rod holder
Thanks! I just ordered 2; one for my grandson and I. I’ll take your advice. I have another idea that may work as well but I want to try it first. I’ll let you know how it goes. Thanks again.
This cart was no good for my kayak. I ripped the wheels off and did a DIY
Man that s*** don't work ! them straps don't hold nothing down especially when you put a load in the kayak, I know I have the same one and another thing it also helps to put the cart in the middle of the kayak
True, the straps just slowly loosen up.
Do you think i should get a lews speed spool
I think you should get whatever you like!! I’ve only used a lews once and it was definitely nice!
I got the speed spool baitcaster and I love it
You really think it's going to stay underneath there
Gary Sumlin I’ve now used it well over 50 times and it has every time.
Yes! They work great even on rough terrain.
are they ok on sand?
I’ll be honest I’ve never tried it on sand.
You have to get the strap on really tight, and in reality you are just dragging it as the wheels sink in and don't really roll, but it is better than dragging the kayak on the sand
God thanks for telling me there were two wheels I didn't learn to count. Gee wiz
You’re welcome! 👌🏽
Cheaper at Walmart
tires are foam....
Look at 1:27 Valve Stems, mine have tubes
You should put a couple twists in the straps to cut down on wind noise!...........................................LOL. JK....
Would this work with a canoe?
🛶 :-)
You are so cute
Camera angle bad
:)
But how does this help you He-man it onto the roof rack?
It doesn’t lol it just helps you transport it to the launch lol! You have to just toss it up there. Lol
Do you know which ones help you load one on the roof? I saw a guy use one like it. Put it on his trunk upside down and put the yak on the wheels and pushed it up
The best trick for the roof rack is putting a bath mat on the top back corner of your car. Set the front of kayak on that and slide over the carpet and up to the rack then put the bath mat away. Cheap it out on a TH-cam video.
It can be done, there is a youtube on it. You put your strap around the roof rack and the tote. Put the tote foam side down on the rear window. you put the bow between the wheels and from the stern walk it up the back of your car, the kayak rolls up the wheels. You need to put a temp strap or rope on the stern to the rear of your car to keep it from kicking out when you are first putting the bow on the wheels. Haven't tried it yet but will this weekend