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Dollies and Carts Make Our Lives Easier
1 November 2024 · 7 min · 548 views
What this video covers
Kent Blair uses various dollies, carts, and utility trailers to transport kayaks and small sailboats from storage to the water.0:16 For a 42-pound kayak, he utilizes a Railblaza C-Tug cart with large plastic wheels designed to roll over loose sand.0:38 He prefers the Pelican Icon 10 kayak for its adjustable foot pedals, which avoid the awkward ankle positioning caused by notched systems.1:54 For a Sunfish fleet, he employs Dynamic dollies equipped with pneumatic tires and inner tubes to prevent bead failure.2:30 He modifies these dollies by attaching Railblaza dinghy wheels to the tongue, allowing him to tow the dolly behind him without supporting the bow weight.5:12 Larger vessels like the 17-foot O'Day Day Sailor 2, named Cyan, and the Smedley catamaran require dedicated trailers.3:35 To minimize maintenance, he stores boats under double covers to protect against debris and wildlife.6:17 Investing in specialized transport gear and proper storage setups reduces physical strain and increases time spent on the water.7:10
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