Reviewer:

Karl Gillard

Rating:

3

Date:

3/12/2013

Review:

When I first received the cart and attempted to assemble it, I found that the body holes were not inline. They were about 1/2" off and would not allow the axle to pass through. ACK and Native Watercraft immediately sent a replacement. While the holes in the replacement were inline, they were cut too small for the axle to be pushed through. Instead of repeating the process, I simply used a small knife to trim away some of the plastic, but leaving enough to make a snug fit. I like the compactness, but after seeing some of the other carts available, I "would not" purchase this unit again.

Reviewer:

L. Folse

Rating:

5

Date:

2/16/2013

Review:

Cart worked great. Very stable and compact. Very easy assembly.

Reviewer:

RL

Rating:

4

Date:

1/16/2013

Review:

solid , well made . Gets thru the sand better than i anticipated.

Reviewer:

GregZ

Rating:

4

Date:

8/20/2012

Review:

Perfect for wheeling my Ultimate 14.5 from the storage shed in the back yard out to my truck. Doesnt take up much space.

Reviewer:

JasonSRX

Rating:

4

Date:

7/24/2012

Review:

The Native kayak cart is a great item to have. Like all Native accessories it is a bit expensive but boats like the Ultimate 14.5 haul like a dream on most surfaces. Note: most surfaces. If you get into any type of dry, deep beach sand typical you will not enjoy using the wheel cart. When I encounter such situations the cart must come off. Other than that it works well and is a must have accessory.

Reviewer:

Ryan

Rating:

5

Date:

4/28/2012

Review:

These wheels really do make a difference, very happy with them. Very easy to use and the whole setup is surprisingly compact. I keep them with me when I paddle to portage into new water.

Reviewer:

Craig in windy Kansas

Rating:

5

Date:

1/16/2012

Review:

Great product: compact, very few parts to keep track of, and very well designed. Great service from ACK as usual.

Reviewer:

Ron

Rating:

5

Date:

8/22/2011

Review:

Very good design and compact, fits perfectly into the back of the Native Watercraft Material seems very durable should last for as long as the kayak Only change would be the straps, they should lock into place, not able to slide out of the slots, very east to re- install.

Reviewer:

Terri in NJ

Rating:

5

Date:

7/23/2011

Review:

Since my purchase of the cart I have had nothing but success. My first experience was using it on a deep sandy area and it workded so well. It stores perfectly and I just wrap the straps around the unit to store. The wheels are outstanding. My friend who owns a Hobiew was jealous over the size of the wheels and how easily it was to navigate the kayak using the cart.

Reviewer:

Terri in NJ

Rating:

5

Date:

7/23/2011

Review:

The cart's effectiveness was fabulous. The initial trial run was on a very sandy area and it carried the kayak along with ease. I haven't had a negative experience at all. I can easily wrap the straps around the cart when not in use.

Reviewer:

Doug in NJ

Rating:

5

Date:

5/4/2011

Review:

Fits the Native Watercraft hull, includes two straps that are long enough to tie the boat down on a roof rack and everything stows inside the body of the cart. Couldn't be better and well worth the investment!

Reviewer:

Ben

Rating:

4

Date:

1/9/2011

Review:

This cart is handy for hauling your Ultimate solo any distance. I don't find the 3 locking pins to prove a problem in my situation (mostly gravel bank and dry riffle portages) - just make sure the pins are inserted in the pole holes front-to-back so that you don't roll over something that will grab and flip up the clip top while pulling the cart over ground. I did not give this cart five stars because I have the same problem as one of the reviewers below - the cap on the front of the shell doesn't close when the wheels are inside. The material was cheaply cast, such that the cap is supposed to close tight by way of a bump-and-hole snap on either side of the front. These don't meet and thus don't secure, especially once the tires are aired. The lid will hold on its own loosely, but will require a bungee for certainty. Another problem this cart has in common with most others is that of ground clearance: it's great if you're covering beach or field, but if you have to haul over dry riffles or uneven gravel banks, it can be a problem. It's still the best solo-haul solution until Native makes a center thwart friendly to portaging the Ultimates on your back. The cart and its issues still beat sideways turtle-backing the Ultimate any distance! The moderate weight of the cart makes it useful for placing in the front of a solo 14.5 to keep it tracking optimally (those boats need a little counterweight at the bow to keep straight during aggressive paddling). As always, ACK was a professional breeze with which to deal.