A plastic-and-stainless kayak cart with puncture-free wheels that comes apart without tools and fits in a kayak hatch. People pick it so one person can roll a heavy kayak or canoe from the truck to the water.
Specs
- Load capacity: 260 lb static (maker notes it varies on rough terrain)
- Weight: 12.21 lb
- Wheels: puncture-free, high-grip rubber tread
- Materials: UV-stabilized ABS, acetal and nylon plastics, Santoprene pads, polyester strap, die-cast aluminum cam buckle, stainless hardware
- Assembly: tool-free; dismantles in under 20 seconds; fits inside a kayak hatch
- Warranty: lifetime on RAILBLAZA products (exceptions apply), 30-day returns
- Price on maker site: $140 (Oct 2026)
- Maker site rating: 4.8 of 5 from 47 reviews
What reviewers say
Field & Stream named the C-Tug its top overall kayak cart, praising how compact and tough it is and that nothing on it rusts. Reviewers like the bushings in place of bearings, which shrug off sand and grit. Outdoor Life found it easier than some rivals on soft sand and gravel, while others prefer big balloon-tire carts for deep beach sand. Its 260 lb static rating means a big fishing kayak loaded with gear is near the top of its range.
Good
- No flat tires and no rust
- Breaks down small enough to carry in the boat
- Light for a sturdy cart
- Long warranty
Not so good
- Narrow wheels can dig into deep, soft sand
- 260 lb limit is tight for loaded pedal fishing kayaks
- Costs more than basic folding carts
Who it's for
Anyone who launches alone or has a long walk from parking to water. Skip it if you mostly launch on deep beach sand; a balloon-wheel cart works better there.
Sources
Last checked 2026-10-19. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.