Whether you agree with me or not, carrying and transporting a kayak from one place to another is surely a tedious task to do, especially if you are carrying an accessorized fishing kayak with a lot of gears, tools, equipment and extras. 

This is where a kayak cart, wheels or trolly comes into the picture. A kayak wheel or cart will help you to easily roll your kayak effortlessly from one spot to another. They are stable on the ground and solid to carry a big size kayak to your desired destination. 

So, in this blog post, I’ve curated a list of the best kayak wheels that come from well-known brands like Suspenz, RAILBLAZA, Wilderness System and lot more. 

So without further ado, let’s get started with the blog post.

20 Best Kayak Carts, Wheels & Trolleys

1.RAILBLAZA Ctug Kayak or Canoe Trolley Cart

With its rugged looks, amazing strength, and stunning looks, this kayak wheel by RAILBLAZA has amazed many sports enthusiasts in the kayaking and boating industry. Made with non-corroding engineering polymers and stainless steel reinforced axles, this kayak cart is durable and made for strength.

These wheels come with C Tug which makes it more versatile and durable in the market. They are punctured free and you can take them on any type of floor surface without worrying about getting your wheel or kayak damaged.

They are designed for all-terrain so you can paddle anywhere. 

Also, it comes with tool-free assembly. You can easily set it up in and dismantle it in under 20-30 seconds. Plus, its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to store under your kayak hatch.

The load-carrying capacity of these kayak carts is 300 lbs (120kg) which makes it compatible with small & medium size kayaks. 

2.Suspenz All-Terrain SD Airless Kayak Cart

If you want to carry a large or heavy size kayak, this All-Terrain Workhorse kayak cart is truly made for large size watercraft. You can position it behind the centre of gravity of your kayak and easily balance it with one hand. 

It is supported by tall bunker bars with oversized heavy-duty foam that will give a good lift to your kayak, while foam material will prevent the kayak from abrasion and damage. 

You can also adjust the bunker bar fittings to various hull types such as V shape, flat bottom, tunnel, steel frame catamaran and a lot more. Plus, its Powder-coated steel frame makes it durable, strong and long-lasting for years. 

For adjustment and fittings, there are attached tie-down straps & a spring-loaded kickstand for easy loading. 

3.Suspenz Smart Airless Kayak Cart

Founded by Suspenz in 2005, this kayak cart and wheel will give you effortless rolling and easy to transport your kayak from one spot to another. It is lightweight and made with an aluminium stainless steel frame so that you can easily fit it into a small size mesh bag. 

It has a carrying capacity of 150lbs which makes it suited for small and mid-size kayaks, tandem kayaks and small canoes as well. It is backed by rubber bumpers that will protect the hull of your kayak from dents, scratches and dings. 

The most important feature of the cart is easy to install without any tools. You can use the tie-down straps to load your kayak and adjust the fittings as per the size of your kayak. 

Another good thing about this kayak trolly is its foldable style which makes it easy to be carried by hand or your shoulder and makes it conveniently portable. 

4.Wilderness Systems Heavy Duty Kayak Cart 

Now here comes the most advanced kayak wheel by Wilderness Systems. This kayak cart has also been awarded as the best wheel in the transport, storage and launching category by paddling magazine in 2018. Therefore, you can surely think of betting your money on it. 

It has no flat wheels which make it strong and durable enough to carry a kayak weighing upto 450lbs or more. The kayak wheel measures 12” in diameter, 3.5” wide which makes it one of the strongest on this list. 

You can also easily break down and dismantle the cart into 3-4 pieces and make them more portable, compact and easy to store and carry. It gives you 2 height options. 18 inches for high and odd-shaped hull and 16 inches for low and flat-shaped hull designed kayaks.

Construction of this wheel is done with marine-grade, high-strength, heat-treated aluminium alloy for superior strength.

5.Perception Kayaks Large Kayak Cart

Perception needs no introduction. They are one of the top manufacturing companies in kayak, boating, watersport gears and tools. This kayak cart by Perception has a compact folding design that will allow you to break it down into pieces and store it comfortably when not in use. 

These kayak wheels are designed to carry heavy-duty and fully accessorized kayaks weighing around 150-180 lbs. It will even haul the largest kayak or canoe with ease to and from the water, to anywhere you go.

The construction quality is above average and makes the wheel long-lasting and durable for years to come. 

Worried about the safety and security of your kayak?

With the included tie-down straps, you don’t need to worry about your kayak falling off the trolley.

6.Wilderness Systems Heavy Duty Kayak Cart

Here’s another top-notch kayak trolley or wheel by the Wilderness System that has a carrying capacity of 330lbs and measures around 13” diameter, 7.5” wide. This size and measurement make this kayak wheel suited for large size and heavy duty watercraft. 

The width, as well as the height of the cart, is adjustable like other Wilderness System kayak carts. There are 2 options available for height for short and large size kayaks. Also, it can be dismantled easily into multiple parts, so that you can easily carry or store it.

The bunker bar frame will protect the hull and bottom part of your kayak from any kind of damages and abrasions, while the Frame is constructed of marine-grade, high-strength, heat-treated aluminium alloy for superior strength. 

One of the best thing about this kayak trolley is large balloon style beach wheels that makes it compatible to roll over sand and other kinds of hard terrain. 

7.Newcod Kayak Cart

A kayak wheel or cart with large balloon wheels always works the best. This kayak cart comes with a large size and 12-inch balloon wheel tires which are wider as compared to ordinary kayak wheels. The wide size of the wheels also makes them easy to carry large size kayaks, canoes, paddleboards and boats as well. 

Another cool part about this cart is its construction material. 

Four powder-coated aluminium tubes are used to make this kayak trolley with stainless steel hardware that’s meant to stand the test of time. This material makes it powerful & durable and increases its carrying capacity to 165 lbs.

Of course, it is also backed by rubber padding on the frame for hull protection.

This kayak trolly is easy to install without any tools. With the help of tie-down straps, you fix your kayak and easily roll it to the paces you want to go. 

8. TOURFUN Kayak Wheels

By looking at the image you might have concluded this to be an advanced level kayak carrier. If you did so, you are 100% correct. 

TOURFUN Kayak Cart is best known for its universal carrying ability, meaning you can carry your kayak, canoe, boat, pedal boat, SUPs, surfboards, longboards and other boards on it, but not inflatable boats.

It features a stable structure and is designed with quality aluminium tubes with stainless steel hardware that makes it powerful, durable and strong enough to carry the load upto 160lbs.

The size of its wheels are  10-inch and they are meant to smoothly work on any terrain like stands, concrete rod, rugged rod, muddy land, mountains, grassy area and lot more. 

9.GanFindX Heavy Duty Kayak Cart 

Here’s introducing a kayak cart suited for small and medium-size watercraft.  It is made with high strength aluminium and stainless steel which makes it durable and long-lasting. Plus, it is also lightweight and easy to assemble and brings to you a good experience.

The wheels are durable and solid which makes them multi-terrain adaptation and good in elasticity. You can easily roll them on the road, flat track, sand and other road types. 

The kayak holding material is made with soft foam which gives good protection and safety to your kayak. It increases the friction and protects the hull from dents, abrasion, scratches and dings. 

The best part of the kayak wheel is detachable & collapsible. You can easily dismantle it and store in a compact size carry bag or in your cupboard.

10.GanFindX Quick-Detachable Sit on Top Kayak Cart

Here’s introducing another high-quality kayak carrier that is quick to assemble without tools. It is designed and structured in a simple and symmetrical way. You can easily assemble and disassemble within 30 seconds or less because of the loss of parts.

It is made with high-quality industrial material using stainless steel and high strength rubber which is anti-corrosion and rust-free. With high-quality construction material, this kayak wheel can perform on any road condition and under any circumstances.

Also, the tier is made with a rubber material which makes it rigid and compatible with a variety of road types. Plus, the 5 spokes also adds more strength and makes it suited for all-terrain like sand, gravel, rough surface, trails and stairs as well.

11.Malone Clipper Deluxe Universal Kayak Cart

When it comes to buying a kayak wheel or cart, make sure there is enough foam material on each arm of the cart to protect your canoe or kayak from dent and abrasion. This kayak carrier rolls smoothly without much effort across the sand and other types of terrain.

It is neatly constructed and designed with an aluminium frame that makes it resistant to corrosion. You can also assemble and disassemble it anytime and keep it in a small size carry bag when not in use.

When loading the kayak, the oversized padding on the frame protects the kayak, while the locking kickstand keeps the cart steady. This cart has a carrying capacity of 200-pound which makes it suited for medium and large size kayaks as well.

To give you multiple adjustment options, tie-down straps are included so you can affix your kayak tightly without fear of falling them apart. 

12.Malone WideTrak ATB Large Kayak/Canoe Cart 

This cart can be used with kayak, canoe, surfboard, rafting boat, paddleboards or inflatable boat as well. Within 2 minutes, you can make your kayak stand on it and tow it anywhere you want to go. Also, you can easily disassemble it when not in use.

This is a medium-size kayak cart that can carry large size boats, SUPs, and canoes at ease. The position of the angle of the left and right support of the plates are adjustable, which makes it compatible to kayaks of all sizes and shapes.

It gets dismantled in seconds, allowing you to stow it in your canoe or kayak hatch to take to your next destination. There are heavy allow buckles included that will allow you to adjust the tightening and hold of your kayak.

Overall this is Good quality kayak wheel made with high-quality components and easy to assemble and break down. 

13.1235 RAD Sportz  Premium Kayak Cart

If you are looking for the best budget kayak cart, this is it. The RAD Sportz kayak wheel will make moving your kayak like a breeze. It is supported with a sturdy aluminium frame to hold even the largest kayak tightly. There are 10″ NO-FLAT airless tires that will never let your kayak down.

When you are done with using this kayak carrier, you can simply fold it down at a size of 27″ x 13″ x 3″ and store it away in the Free included mesh bag.

It has a weight carrying capacity of 150 pounds only, which makes it suited for small and single-person kayaks. It is 100% safe and secure. You can use the tie-down straps and fix your kayak without worrying about falling it apart from trolly. 

Speaking about its construction material, this kayak wheel is made of quality yellow powder-coated aluminium that makes it long-lasting.  

14.LOKNZI T-Shaped Width Adjustable Kayak cart

Here’s introducing a simple, compact and easy to carry kayak cart that is made with industrial quality high strength materials. By design and look, this cart looks amazing and stylish. It has a black color sponge on both arms that will protect the hull of your kayak from any kind of abrasion and damage.

One of the key USP of this kayak wheel is the fuild structure that removes the water out and prevents the cart from rusting and other damages. 

Additionally, this cart has a design of integral foaming that will ensure the tires do not explore or inlate. Plus, the 5 strong hubs makes it suited for all kinds of road conditions and kayaks.

To simply put, you’ll be impressed with the quality, weight and easy to assemble features of this cart. Also, it comes with durable straps to give you perfect fit on various sizes and shapes of kayaks.

15.GONGYI Kayak Cart Sit On Top

When talking about the best kayak wheels and carriers, how can we forget about GONGYI kayak cart? 

With a diameter of the upright tubes 0.79″ (20 mm) and a weight carrying capacity of 88 pounds, this cart is best suited for small size kayaks and related products. There are two ways by which you can install this cart in your kayak. First, plugin installation and opposite directional insulation only if the distance with scupper holes is less than 10.8″.

It is specially made of Aircraft level aluminium alloy material that makes it high in strength. The only drawback of this kayak carrier is its low carrying capacity which makes it suited only for small kayak or youth kayaks.

16.Pelican Boats – Universal Kayak Carrier

Trust me, With a Pelican boat kayak carrier, rolling and carrying your kayak will never be easy. It features an aluminium frame, wide tires and can carry a load upto 110lbs which makes it easy to take along on your short and long trips.

This small and compact size kayak wheel allows you to easily carry and transport all types of boats including kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, SUPs and a lot more. It also features solid tires padded with durable rubber that works like charm on a variety of road types.

Once folded, it measures around (14.5 in. X 12 in. X 23 in./ 36 cm x 30 cm x 58 cm). The cart is also very lightweight (7.6lbs) which will allow you to transport it easily and store it anywhere in your house without occupying much space. 

With this kayak, you have no more headaches transporting your watercraft to the water, this cart will make it easier.

17.Xproutdoor Kayak Cart

With a carrying capacity of 220 pounds, this kayak wheel is suited for canoes, SUPs, boats, tandem kayaks and fishing kayaks as well. It features rubber tires that roll smoothly and without much effort. However, the performance of the tire on sand is quite a week, but the overall working condition is quite good. 

Talking about its construction material, the cart is made of aluminium pipe (20 x2mm) anodized stainless steel. It also works great as a kayak or canoe dolly and breaks down for easy storage or transport. 

The game-changing feature of this cart is its support stand which keeps the dolly cart propped up onshore for quick loading out of water. 

In my opinion, you can think of betting your money on this kayak wheel. 

18.Codinter Kayak Cart

Kayaking is surely one of the fun activities, but carrying a kayak through the woods until you reach the beach is tedious. So, use this easy peasy kayak carrier that can be easily folded down and simple for transportation. It is 4 tie-down straps that are large enough to secure a full-size kayak, boat or canoe.

The tires of the cart can be removed as well with the help of a quick-release pin and can be stored in a mesh backpack or in the kayak hatch when not in use. You can fold the entire carrier as well. 

This kayak wheel is also backed by large shoulder straps that make it easy for you to carry the cart along with your kayak. The arm tubes are made with high-quality powder-coated aluminium dia of 22mm which makes it durable, rustproof, and lightweight.

There are a few holes throughout the rod to keep the water out and prevent it from rusting and damaging. 

19.ASMSW Kayak Cart Canoe 

Most of the above-mentioned kayak wheels are slightly on the heavier side. So, if you’re still hunting for the most lightweight and easy to carry crat, here it is. 

This kayak cart is so lightweight that even kids and youths can roll the kayak easily via it without sweating too much. Backed with soft bumpers to protect your kayak, this cart is also easy to install and disassemble.

It has 2 arm poles located at a distance of 100-335mm(4″-13″) to give good traction between kayak and wheels. Tyres stand at 25×7cm(9.8″×2.7″) and are made with plastic material which is the only downside of this cart.

However, the plastic wheels will work great on a stand without much stickiness and they are easy to clean as well. 

20.CAMBA Universal Kayak Carrier

The amazing thing about this cart is that it’s easy to assemble and disassemble included together with maintenance guidelines and doesn’t even need any tools for you to put it together. The Puncture-proof tire has a high grip so that it can work on any surface.

CAMBA Kayak carrier is different from all other kayak or canoe trollies and is engineered for those who make this product special. The unique walking capability of CAMBA’s technology decreases the strain of moving weighty loads over rough or uneven terrain.

The variety of CAMBA’s extreme wheel design, with reflexive motion across all geography and floating axle suspension technology, for an unmoving and balanced load at all times, delivers the ultimate control to move anywhere, effortlessly.