Which cart have you used, currently using, for a Hobie Pro Angler?

[curtisakatoyo]

Title says it all... having a hard time deciding whats best for the 2018 Hobie PA 14.

Have used C-tug and Boonedox with other kayaks in the past and loved them, but from my understanding, Boonedox is not recommended.

I have already bought the Hobie Trax-2 30CM sand cart but am having second thoughts because of trying to mount this while the kayak is in the water or using scupper holes.

My next bet would be a C-tug, but unsure of how it will fit the PA's very curvy hull, I may cause more damage than good moving it on that. I did see a video where people put the C-tug near the Mirage Drive area since its rounded to fit the C-tug, but then my concern would be stress on the drive area and causing cracks?

Any input from anyone would be greatly appreciated.

[DanMarino]

https://www.rei.com/product/883360/s...saAnD-EALw_wcB


I use this one and have been very happy with the performance.

[curtisakatoyo]

Impressive, never knew that existed, looks a lot more thought out than the hobie cart.

[nhunter344]

Ive found the easiest cart to pull by far is the wheeleez sand cart. If the load is balanced properly, my 7yr old has been able to pull my 100+lb yak. I have to fight myself not to use it all the time regardless of ground type.

The c-tug is also nice, but Ive replaced their straps with something that holds better. The plastic strap clamp that came with mine pops open any time I hit a pebble.

I've shied away from anything that requires more holes in my boat (boonedox) or puts extra strain on a single point on the kayak (scupper carts).

[curtisakatoyo]

I appreciate the response, it also re-affirms I am not the only one with that same mentality (more holes/single point of weight).

I like how the c-tug and that other product listed, at least break down, so I can store it in the yak, or use on multiple yaks.

[brianisoutside]

I have the ctug. The straps aren’t the best thing and the wheels don’t work well on loose beach sand.
I do like that I can take it apart. Makes storage easier and I’ve taken it out on the water with me instead of walking it back to the car.


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[curtisakatoyo]

Do you have the newer sand wheels or the original wheels on the c-tug?

[mchottie]

The 2-30 can pull over asphalt or sand. The hard tires can only pull over asphalt. I think you did well picking up the 2-30 (I have the Trax 2, Trax 2-30, and Heavy Duty Plug In). I also purchased the BLG, but never installed due to your exact concern, drilling more holes into the hull makes me un-easy...

[curtisakatoyo]

How do you mount/manage the 2-30 while the yak is in the water?

[DanMarino]

The Sea to Summit cart wheels can be removed with those cool spring clip cotter pins. I usually leave the wheels on and put the cart in the back of my kayak. I don't have the sand wheels on mine. I bungee it down. I think I might have a photo that shows it in the back of my kayak.

[mchottie]

How do you mount/manage the 2-30 while the yak is in the water?

They fit perfectly inverted and inserted into the rear carry handle. I'll try to find a picture.

[curtisakatoyo]

What about the effort of putting them in the scuppers while the kayak in the water, so you can get back to the truck? I feel like with the huge balloon wheels it would be a PITA.

[Steve6902]

I have the Boonedox with the C-Tug Sand wheels and love it. I like the C-Tug sand wheels for they do not float and work on ALL surfaces. Plus no worry of a flat. The BLG allows me to roll right up to the ramp, drop the wheels and take it right to the truck and load.

[ReelLucky22]

I bought my PA12 on here from a member that already installed the boonedox. I can understand people feeling uneasy about drilling and all, but it has worked well for me.

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