I really like this cart. I think that it's really well designed and thought out. We thought it was great at the beach. Here's some more advanced notes:
Pros:
- This cart is extremely well thought out. From the cover attaching to the unit to keep it folded together during transit, to the large wheels for getting through soft sand. It is a workhorse for sure.
- The pockets on the front are perfect size to fit even a 30oz Yeti, yet stretchy enough to hold smaller stuff as well without falling out.
- Handle is broad and ergonomic enough that your hands don't hurt while pulling it though soft sand. It latches tight in the extended or collapsed position and the red "hook" on the handle locks into the main frame of the cart to keep it upright and not laying on the ground.
- Capacity. This thing is a workhorse. We loaded this thing with a ton of our junk for full days on the beach. I didn't weigh the full unit, but I believe we probably had in excess of 80 pounds in it and it rolled perfectly.
- Weight. This unit is remarkably light for what it can handle. We were very impressed. My petite wife could lift and manuver it just fine. It doesn't take a brute to deal with this cart.
Neutral:
- The manufacturer notes that for heavier loads to put the heavy items in the back of the cart for easier rolling. I found that with the heavier stuff in the back, when pulling it through very soft sand, it tended to do "wheelies" on the back tires as I pulled it. It still rolled, but this was just something I noticed.
- When the unit is in the travel case, I would like to be able to carry this from the side "briefcase style" and there's no handle on the cover to allow carrying it in this fashion. You have to carry it from the main handle or roll it. No deal breaker here, just something I personally would like.
- Price. It's expensive, but you get what you pay for.
Cons:
- Couldn't really find any.
Overall this was a great purchase for our beach trip. I envision getting much more use out of it, and I would totally recommend this for beach trips, sports activities where heavy loads are concerned, or other events where you would need to carry a heavy load any sort of distance.
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This little wagon made our beach trip a totally different experience. Other people had wagons with the thin, gripped wheels and they ended up bogged down in soft sand. This wagon is made with wide, smooth wheels with two narrow front wheels that glide over even the softest sand. As much as I love the beach, walking thru soft sand is a workout, and dragging chairs, coolers, blankets, beach bags, body boards, etc can really be a hassle that is physically exhausting. Our beach trip was hassle free.
The wagon is durable, easily folded, and comes w/ a cover. Some complained about the wheels not locking, but I store mine upside down (wheels up)- problem solved. It has cupholders on the side, a retractable handle for pulling, and is made exceptionally well. I researched extensively on beach carts and wagons and this was most definitely the clear winner. One of my main concerns was the ability to pull on soft sand. Other wagons and carts pulled on hard packed or wet sand, but got bogged down in thick, soft sand.
This wagon just glided across the softest, deep sand on the Emerald Coast in FWB/ Destin with no problem. Anyone who has visited the area knows the soft, white sand is thick and powdery like sugar. It was no match for the BeachComber. This wagon held everything we needed all day on the beach. It saved us several trips back and forth to our 6th floor room and we were able to enjoy our day on the beach and relax without the hassle of multiple trips to our room and the physical exhaustion of dragging chairs, bags, etc. One of the best purchases I have ever made on Amazon.
We love this cart. We own a condo 3 blocks from the beach. This cart holds everything we need for a day at the beach. The wide tires roll easily in the soft sand. The cart is easy to open and folds easily. It also comes with a bag to store it in. It is worth the price. I highly recommend.
I have both the Mack Sports Beachcomber and the Sandusky Beach Wagon.
The Beachcomber has wider and taller wheels. Each wheel is 4.25" wide and 10" tall. This is equal to more than five Sandusky wheels which are 3.25 wide and 8 inches tall. The Sandusky wheels have deep slots that hold sand, while the Beachcombers slots are shallow and don't hold nearly as much sand. We really noticed the difference when we loaded them in the car.
The handle on the Beachcomber has a lock to hold it extended, the Sandusky just slides closed when released, very sloppy. The handle on the Sandusky seems stronger than the Beachcomber's handle and I believe the Sandusky handle will last longer. The pivot point on the Sandusky is heavier duty compared to the Beachcomber. The Beachcomber handle pulls from the axle and pulls the wheels out of the sand while the Sandusky digs into the sand.
The Beachcomber is easier to steer and is easier to pull than the Sandusky both on concrete and in the sand.
The frame on the Sandusky is ticker than on the Beachcomber but the Beachcomber's fit and finish are better than the almost homemade look of the Sandusky frame.
As for strength they both will hold more than they state. I am 243 pounds I got in both wagons and my wife, who is half my weight, pulled me with no problem on concrete with both wagons. She was able to pull me threw sand a little in the Beachcomber but could not pull me threw the same sand with the Sandusky. I believe the larger tires on the Beachcomber helped a lot in the sand. They are both noisy on the concrete.
The Sandusky, in the box, weighed 33 pounds while the Beachcomber weighed 28 pounds. That is five extra pounds of steel on the Sandusky, that can be looked at as a plus or a minus.
While the Sandusky is built stronger my favorite is the Beachcomber. It is easier to pull in the sand, and it steers better.
We take a lot of gear down to the beach, looks like we are moving, and we can load the Beachcomber with double the weight and it is still easier to pull than the Sandusky.
I was able to purchase the Beachcomber for $95 with free shipping on another site using my store credit card while the Sandusky was $99 with free shipping.
Feature Product
- ROOMY INTERIOR - Large capacity Wagon opens to approx. 36.2" x 21.4" x 24.6" and sets up in seconds - no assembly required!
- CONVENIENT COMPACT STORAGE - Wagon folds to Only 9.7" thick! folded size approx. 31.5" x 21.4" x 9.7" and includes a carry case. Weighs 24.5 Lbs, maximum weight in deep sand: 50 pounds
- LIGHTEN THE LOAD! - The heavy duty frame allows loads up to 150 lbs., and the Durable 600D Fabric can be easily cleaned. UV and mildew resistant
- FUNCTIONAL FEATURES - Adjustable handle for effortless transport and 2 mesh cup holders keep your beverages secure. Attractive Blue Fabric with Black Frame
- EASY TRANSPORT - Extra large wheels for hauling gear to the beach, outdoor sporting events, concerts, picnics in the park, and around the house. Please note that it is NOT made to transport children
Description
Easily haul your gear with the MAC Sports Folding Utility Wagon. It opens in SECONDS! The lightweight durable design has a 150 lb. capacity and is a must have to transport heavy bulky loads. Great for trips to the beach, park, camping, outdoor sporting events, gardening and much more! The accordion style floor makes set up and break down a breeze. It folds easily into its own carry bag for compact storage. MAC Sports is a trusted brand since 1993!. Size (inside) Approx. 31.8 inch L x 21.5 inch W x 17 inch H
On our recent vacation to Coronado island, we were concerned with which wagon to buy? What will carry everything and not get stuck in the sand? After a bit of research, we purchased this wagon. I was not excited about the $120 price tag as it seemed a bit excessive when compared to the other lower price point options. But I will say that this wagon did everything we needed it to do and more. When you hit the beach and the soft sand, it is tough to pull any wagon through that is loaded up. Our 14yo lad did a great job. One thing I noticed while he was pulling everything is that while it was tougher, the wheels continued to turn. They did not get bogged down. While at the beach, I would watch others using their wagons only to see that their smaller and skinner wheels would get stuck in the sand and stop turning. This turns a relatively straightforward exercise into literally dragging dead weight through the sand.
Back to our story, our son was able to pull our wagon through the soft sand. The wagon carried our cooler (ice/drinks/sandwiches) along with 3 full sized boogie boards, all the sand tools, towels, footballs etc. I would follow behind the lad while he was pulling and I positioned the umbrella so it was sticking out the back of the wagon. This allowed me to "help" by putting my hand on the umbrella (out the back) and help give a little push while he is pulling. This was MORE than enough to lighten the load and get the wagon through the soft sand. Once you get near the water, the wagon takes minimal effort to roll to your final destination. Pulling the wagon on hard ground is a breeze.
Now we read some stories on how this wagon is set up with the front wheels positioned inside the outside wheels. This CAN cause a tip over if you do not probably load up the wagon. Put all of your heavier items (cooler with ice/food) and 3 boogie boards in back and that eliminates (or significantly minimizes) the wagon's ability to tip. For the week we were in Coronado, our 14yo lad tipped the wagon once on Day 1. As he was still learning on how to drive the wagon, he learned what not to do and never again tipped the wagon over for the remaining six days. So that is a non issue for us.
Truth be told, while the $120 is a stiff price to pay, this wagon is top of the line. We had a few people on the beach ask us about it as they were impressed. Once you are done using it, you grab the metal white bars in front and back and the wagon collapses down like an accordion. The wagon comes with with external sleeve that you slide over the collapsed wagon to secure it for packing in your car or at home. This really is a slick wagon once you get past the $120 price tag.
Bought this for one of my married children in Florida. They think it is the best thing they've ever had for taking my grandkids to the beach. It glides over the sand instead of getting bogged down. It pulls very nicely and isn't top heavy or wobbly. They like it very much.
Great Cart! It folds up nicely, opens up easily, turns dependably, holds plenty of stuff and is quality built!
The big tires and tall stance came in handy when the beach path took us through some tide pools, about 10" of standing water. I took it slow and the wagon pulled right through and kept everything high and dry!
Sullivan's Island, SC has pretty fine sand, and in most places it was pretty well packed. The cart pulled easily and handled the soft fluffy parts well too. We are very happy not to be toting arm loads for 3 blocks from the car to the beach!
Easy to rinse off and stow, even in the back of my Beetle.
The handle works well, extends and locks into infinite positions. I like how it stays up too and locks into a storage mode.
We hauled a set of beach chairs, small cooler, bag of towels and snacks, 2 boogie boards, 3 tumblers of ice water and more!
Only con is that it is loud on the pavement, kind of like the old Big Wheels Trikes from the 80's.
When looking for making a larger long term purchase such as this I do my research. I study Reviews do side by side comparisons and try out the products. One website did a full on review and tested these style of carts through the wringer and this one was rated number 1.
I had to buy it.
We use this almost daily. It moves everything heavy or light or bulky it's awesome.
The only reason it gets 4 stars is because there are flaws in its construction.
For example the velcro straps on the handle are already falling apart and the front wheel has begun to wobble. When you use it as much as we do I suppose the breakdown should happen quicker than normal but we've only had it 6 weeks.
Overall though it's the best thing we've purchased for apartment living. Hauling groceries or pool toys or going on walks it does everything. Satisfied owner.
Have used this a handful of times at the beach since receiving it and LOVE it.
-Arrived well before predicted delivery date. Awesome!
-Easy set up and take down.
-Collapses for storage, space saver.
-Wide tires maneuver easily in sand.
-Construction is good, not flimsy.
-Only CON, which has not been an issue so far, is the sides are soft, not rigid. Carefully loading the cart makes this a nonissue. The soft sides make for easy collapsing.
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