Transporting Raft from Campsite to Launch Ramp?

mobeewan wrote:
Light boat and raft dollies

We own a 12' Porta Bote with the porta dollies, so no need for a trailer, but I know plenty of Bote owners that make dollies/trailers out of PVC with long handles. Similar ones for inflatable boats are in the link above, just look at some of the photos for ideas. 1.5 inch PVC can support a lot of weight. I've seen some with just 2 back wheels and others with a 3rd wheel up front so all you have to do is pull, no weight to support.

-Michael

Would something like this carpet carrier work?

carpet carrier

I'm posting these only for fun. This 1st one was in Alaska.



This one my daughter sent me yesterday on the way to the shore.

We have similar interest in fishing. Unless we're on a sightseeing mission we camp primarily in state parks and primarily those that offer good fishing. I am an avid hunter for good large mouth bass fishing. Just enjoy the sport because I am only interested in catch and release as a sport. My RV is now a Class C and car in tow. I have a small porta bote which I carry on top of toad and initially had same problem as you in how to get the boat once set up down to the river or lake. I solved this by purchasing a small trailer manufactured by Trailex.com. I have the model SUT-300 all aluminum and can be fully assembled in some 15 minutes. Basically two tires, axle, tongue in two pieces. Very simple I think the SUT-300 can carry up to 300 lbs. It is strictly for off road use. As long as I stay within the Park limits there is no issue in towing the boat down to the launch ramp. Trailex.com makes many different style trailers which you can see on their website. Once at campsite I assemble the porta-bote and the trailer and go back and forth fishing until we are ready to leave. I think the total weight for me on the trailer is only perhaps 150 lbs once I have loaded everything I will need when out on the water. I have been using the Trailex trailer for perhaps 8-10 years and its ideal for the life style we like. When we are camping there has to be good fishing nearby.

FlatBroke wrote:



Fold up wheels. Pick up the bow and pull it to the water and after it launched you flip them up and Be on your way. Works well.

How do you like your Saturn?
Is your use similar to my intended uses?
Any suggestions, advice on purchasing a Saturn?
Considering the FB365....
Saturn FB 365

FlatBroke wrote:



Fold up wheels. Pick up the bow and pull it to the water and after it launched you flip them up and Be on your way. Works well.

Do you tow it behind your truck to ramp? I would be concerned about boat transom with all the bouncing.

I would like trolley to be able to:

-towed behind my truck
-quickly and easily be able to deconstruct/construct
-light weight

ZINGERLITE wrote:
alot of jet ski guys build carts out of pvc pipe. light weight and easy to transport.

PVC is on my short list f ideas.....
BTW...your posted image can not be viewed

Son of Norway wrote:
Back when I was young and strong I used to take people on whitewater raft trips. I had a 12' bucket boat and a 16' self-bailer that I transported on a trailer. I got the boats to the water by giving out a shout. In no time I would have all the hands I needed. Everyone helped each other at the launch sites. 175 lbs. should be no problem even for a long carry.

Not willing to carry.....simple trolley that can be towed with my truck hitch is what I want

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Grit dog wrote:
One of them Horrible Freight 4x8 folding trailers would do the trick. Store it in your toyhauler.

It would work, but but I'd like something lighter and simpler....that can be folded up and stored in back up my truck

Lakeland Bob wrote:
Have you considered one of these, http://www.4boysmfg.com/? If you already have the boat it would save money from buying another.

yes; my buddy just gave one away! I don't need anything that sophisticated.....I'm trying to keep it simple