Amazon.com Product Description

Tipke's Fold-It cart carries up to 350 pounds of wood, soil, leaves, debris, and anything else you need to haul, and when you're done, it folds up tight to fit wherever you need to store it. Because it balances the weight of your load over the wheels, it's easy for anyone to tote and maneuver--even when fully stacked. Its sturdy aluminum construction is rust- and corrosion-resistant and cleans up quickly with a spray of the hose. The durable 20-inch pneumatic tires add stability and help it negotiate even the toughest terrain. A removable front panel allows for larger loads and easier dumping of soil or leaves. ... Read more

Features

• Folds for easy storage, requires less than 2 square feet of space
• Sturdy, aluminum construction
• Completely rust and corrosion resistant
• Hauls up to 330 pounds
• Open dimensions are 55 by 33-3/4 by 23 inches

Reviews (17)

Awesome Tool!
When I told my husband that I needed a compact, folding if possible cart or wheelbarrow, he said I was asking for the moon and was doubtful that he'd find one. Well sure enough he found this one and I was thrilled! I'm a professional gardener and when the cart arrived, the assembly was so simple that I was off and loading it up right away. All my tools fit, it was very light weight and it fit very compactly in the back of my Jeep Cherokee. The real test came when I loaded it up with mulch to see how it would work as a wheelbarrow. It was teriffic!! I could fit more in it than the wheelbarrow I was using, and it was easier to fill. Because it has 2 wheels instead of 1, it wouldn't tip over when filled to the brim! Unloading it was easy too, I just took the back off and dumped the mulch where I needed it. The channels for that back panel do get a bit plugged up with mulch after a hard day of work, but clean up easy enough. This cart is totally awesome....this is the best tool investment I made last year! Thanks for a wonderful product!!

HANDY HELPER
Arriving to the job site in a 1-ton utility work truck loaded with all types of tools/equipment/materials is one thing, getting into a building/site with limited access is another. The solution, "fold-it" !! This light weight "mule" has become my best buddy. Prior to purchasing my "fold-it" i either made several trips to and from my work truck, arms loaded to the gills or used a bulky wheelbarrow to carry my tools/material. This is certainly a "tool" that has REALLY made me money (time saver). Although i thought it was pricey for a "cart", i have no regrets. The solution for me as for the gauge of the aluminum was a $35 investment. I went to a local metal materials shop and had 3 pieces of "aluminum diamond deck" cut to fit, 2 lower pieces (by the way, if it really matters to you like it did me, make sure that the fit is the same as the bottom deck of the cart, one side is slightly less then the other in width)the other piece was for the sliding back. I attached the diamond deck using a rivot gun.Maybe if your lucky, after TIPKE reads this, they may offer this idea as an accessory. The thought in my mind as i was "customizing" my "ride" was that regreting the day it would be "car jacked" :( Not only does she look good, but really re-inforced it without much added weight. Now if i could only find someone to cut me some custom aluminum wheels on a CNC machine i could start a "fold_it" cart club. :) All in all dont' hesitate, BUY ONE!! ops, one bad note, the rubber "boots" attached to the front legs fell off. If your not going to do the "diamond deck", at the very least use a dab' of silicon caulk to adhere the rubber boots to the legs. happy haulin'

Best Thing Going BUT----
This will be our third Foldit. (Amazon's got by far the best price at this moment--) It's a workhorse and still the best thing going that I know of BUT be aware:

1. The tires are flimsy. Get good tubes (if the tires come without them) and get a plastic strip thorn-proofer from a bike shop. It will help. Might as well get a can of flat tire spray, too, if you're going to pull it over anything rough or thorny (like berry prunings).

2. The design has a serious weak point: the rolled sides of the cart (where the handles slide in) will split at the handle-locking rivets if you habitually carry much weight (say 50 lb or so) over rough ground. This is very hard to fix and the split widens until there's a big tear and the handles fall out --permanently. That's what finally did in carts one and two. This time I'm going to try to reinforce the area around the rivets immediately, before they have a chance to start a split. Fold-it seems to outlast expensive wood carts by years despite this flaw.

3. Plan to pull the cart. Pushing as you would a wheelbarrow is hopeless. (A Fold-it is not necessarily a wheelbarrow substitute.) It's handier and better balanced by far than any deep plastic or wood cart I've tried, but it's not good at moving manure or heavy loads into the garden --the tires are narrow and sink into worked soil, and it's not made for turning in place or flipping upside down as you would a wheelbarrow. You can push it down a row empty and pull it out with a light load of weeds or produce, though.

4. You get to balance the load yourself. This is good. Some carts get heavier and pull harder as you load them. Balance the load in a Fold-it so there's weight behind the wheels and you can pull it with one finger, on hard ground.

5. The bed is a convenient height, great for taking to the orchard to bring back with heavy baskets of fruit, to the clothesline with heavy baskets of clothes, from car to kitchen door with mega-loads of groceries. Easy to load because the bed is flat and rectangular, and you don't have to lift heavy dog food bags (for instance) over the sides. You can slide them out the back with the gate off.

6. If you use the Fold-it for hauling hay, compost or weeds, expect to spend some time cleaning the fold lines if you ever need to fold it. Plan ahead if you're taking it to a horse show!

it works well WHEN it works, but ...
1.
The plus side is that this thing FOLDS, which saves space during
storage, and which permits it to be carried in a bigger vehicle,
much as a boat supposedly can be carried by a ship.
While the fold feature IS a plus, it also invites p-r-o-b-l-e-m-s
(because moving parts are prone to breakdown and mismatch).
2.
Should the ability of this thing to "go away" (by folding when it
is not needed) not be essential, this reviewer would recommend a
look at the B00011SPU0 (highlight/copy/paste this into "Search").
Although the B00011SPU0 cart does-NOT fold, it has three features
- it has a nice blue color (hey, ya gotta live with it, no?)
- it ships postpaid: i.e., free shipping, though from third party
- it has puncture-proof solid rubber tires, yielding rougher ride
3.
Should you intend to store or use this thing near the seashore, I
suggest that you weigh in the salt air as a factor in the useful
lifespan of your cart. Although the aluminum supposedly* resists
corrosion, there is the (remote?) possibility that the salt air
of an ocean-front location would ROT the aluminum. ROT, not rust.
*"marine grade aluminum"
By way of comparison, the B00011SPU0 has a polyethylene tub; this
plastic is heavy-duty (and non-biodegradable!). The zinc plating
on the B00011SPU0's steel frame (galvanized to resist rust) isn't
permanent, yet your back will probably go out before the cart has
gone to the Road Warrior graveyard.
4.
I omitted one star because aluminum requires obscene amounts of
electricity (uranium or fossil fuel) to manufacture.
The other star is gone because I'd rather hand it to B00011SPU0.
5.
In case you have the determination or patience to forgo WHEELS, I
suggest that you make use of your hip joints to schlep your cargo
-in a SINGLE-wheeled wheelbarrow (more balance, less "footprint")
-in a shoulder-held coolie carrier (twin sides require dexterity)
-in a basket or padded tub atop your head (calls for sobriety)...
6.
Should you intend to use this thing anywhere near motor vehicles,
such as in a driveway or in a campground, please take the time to
affix generous amounts of conspicuous RETROREFLECTIVE tape to all
outer borders of the container. Although MUD and sludge would not
permit the beam of headlights to bounce off the carefully applied
RETROREFLECTIVE tape strips (back to the eyes of the driver), you
still stand a b-e-t-t-e-r chance of saving your Fold-It cart from
being trashed by two tons of steel than by leaving it defenseless
withOUT the 3M tape (preferably canary yellow or zebra-striped).
Apply the tapes BEFORE you first dog the cart, so that the bond
of the adhesive is stronger than when compromised by water/grit.
7.
In order to make your neighbor's cart more attractive to thieves,
mark YOUR cart by either drilling your initials, social, or home
address into a flat panel of the cart. Alternatively, borrow the
"engraving tool" (loaner unit) from your friendly peace officer.
While you're at deterring theft of your cart, take time to also
inscribe a traceable ID onto a hidden part of your nonexpendable
BICYCLES (such as on the underside of the crankshaft): PREVENTION
8.
Hope this review was helpful. Comments welcome to my web address.

Very useful and convenient
This is a very useful cart for anyone who has a large yard like mine and lot of leaves and yard waste to haul around. The ability to fold is a big plus. The light aluminium body makes it very easy to pull it with heavy load. I am surprised that Home Depot or Lowes do not sell anything like this. This is definitely more elegant and easier to handle than the typical wheel barrows. I reduced one star for the high price. I think it can be a little cheaper. The 170 dollars price tag is not completely justified. ... Read more

Features

• Hauls up to 300 pounds
• Folds for easy storage
• Completely rust & corrosion resistant
• Sturdy, aluminum construction

Reviews (2)

Tipke Marine Utility Cart
I bought one of these carts about 6 years ago. I am an artist who participates in art and craft shows so I use it to haul my display, canopy and products. It has held up perfectly over the years. It's been the best cart I could have purchased. It folds up small enough to fit in the back of my Toyota Tercel hatchback with plenty of room for everything else. It hasn't rusted or dented. I barely even have to oil the 2 hinged elements (I think I've done that once or twice since purchase). I've loaded it up with sand bags and heavy umberella stands and it takes a lot of weight. All I do is add air to the tires about twice a year. I use it every weekend so it's seen a lot of use. I've had lots of other crafts people ask me where I got it. They all recognize how much better it is than a dolly that requires straps or bungee cords to secure everything in. This is a great price for it... I almost feel like getting another one, but mine is still fine so I don't need it.

Comparison of 1300 and 2100 model
I purchased both the 1300 and 2100 model. The 2100 was...more expensive. Other then that the 2100 is painted blue, I was unable to find a difference in the two models. The only actual problem with either cart is that when loading the cart you have to balance some of the weight up near the legs because if you put all the weight by the wheel the cart will tip. ... Read more

Features

• Runs all day long a single charge, recharges overnight, environmentally friendly
• Premium motorized, battery-powered and self-propelled
• Self-propelled with forward and reverse modes, and 2-speed operation
• No lifting, no pushing, no awkward balancing
• Hauls up to 200 lbs, holds 5 cubic feet, and travels at 2 mph

Features

• Heavy-duty powder-coated metal construction for years of service
• Ground level loading
• Self-centering design for bulky large loads
• Foldable for easy storage
• Tear-proof Dura-lite fabric holds up to 350 pounds

Reviews (4)

Handy cart
I have been using and abusing this cart since I got it from Amazon. It is highly maneuverable and, with a quick change of the pins, is storable in a small space.

It doesn't hold as much as I'd like in terms of volume. The flaps on the straps come undone pretty easily. And it is hard to upend the cart as you would a wheelbarrow to empty the contents. And when you do upend the cart, not everything falls out.

It is strong and light. All in all, I recommend the cart for light to medium gardening.

allsop wheelbarrow
I was eagerly awaiting the arrival of this product. When it came, the box was ripped on both ends. the gripper part of the
handles were dirty and one of them was ripped. Don't know if that was from shipping. There were no directions enclosed.
After spending 45 minutes to get it together I gave up.
I was very surprised that you would have to change the pins when you store and then again when you use. Think that would be very difficult as time goes on and you use the product.As a woman, I would have problems changing the pins.

Extremely pleased with this product
Great design! Easy to load, unload and maneuver. Easy to clean and store.

A must for gardeners with limited storage space.
This sturdy cart folds up for easy storage against the wall of a garage. Not having room for a wheelbarrow in a so-called two car garage, I had been looking for a sturdy alternative to tote dirt, rocks, compost and mulch around the yard. This little number fit the bill perfectly. Seven 40 lb. bags of compost (which were heavier than 40 lbs. owing to rain) were no obstacle to this cart. The canvas out of which it is made is very hardy, and the frame is of a heavy-duty metal construction. I wouldn't suggest mixing cement in it, but almost any other abuse to which you would subject a wheelbarrow, you can subject this cart to. And when you're done with your project, you can fold it up and lean it against the corner of the garage. A great product. ... Read more

Features

• Two-wheel design for ease of movement and added stability.
• Large 6 cubic foot capacity
• Full size hardwood handles for maximum leverage
• Fully supported steel tray for additional strength
• Pneumatic two-ply ball bearing wheels

Reviews (2)

Worth the assembly time
I agree with a previous reviewer that the assembly instructions are not step-by-step or geared for the average gardener. If you do not have a good mechanical aptitude, it is still well worth buying this sturdy wheelbarrow and having a wrenchhead friend assist for a half hour or so. The instructions are written for a one-wheel version, so double wheelers have to wing the last few steps. All parts are furnished for BOTH models, strangely, but it only fits together one way and you end up with some hardware for your junk box! Much better than the expensive plastic hopper barrows I was finding at the discount home stores, and should last many seasons.

Impossible to Assemble
... The directions are terrible. If you add the name plate, everthing else does not line up. The name plate is needed for stabalization, but it is impossible to connect the way it is designed. Right now it is on my basement floor in pieces - TOTALLY UNUSABLE!!! ... Read more

Features

• Motorized, battery-powered and self-propelled
• Runs all day long a single charge, recharges overnight, environmentally friendly
• No lifting, no pushing, no awkward balancing
• Hauls up to 200 lbs, holds 5 cubic feet, and travels at 2 mph

Reviews (7)

Great gift
This cart is perfect. i got one as a gift from my kids last christmas, and i can't imagine doing yardwork without it now.

Obviuosly much easier than lugging potting soil around by hand.. which was gettting harder and harder to do with my bad back!...

The drink holder comes in quite handy too.. no more turned over soda cans in the grass. A small feature on this produc. but handy.

I didnt' think i needed a wheelbarow with a motor.. but this is really a great help for me. I'd recommend it to anyone who likes to garden but hates the hard work associated with it. i love mine..

LUV is a luv
I just got this a week ago...assembled in about an hour, goes together well.

I have been using it in the garden, and it lets me do things that exhausted me previously...I am somewhat weakened because of surgery last year, and a regular wheelbarrow is really hard to handle.

the LUV makes all things possible - planted two big plants today, and used the LUV to haul the un-needed dirt from the hole to the dirt pile.

also, carry all my tools to the site in the LUV so that I don't have to go back to get anything.

LUV the LUV. don't know what I would do without it! just checked to make sure that it seems popular, because if there is any chance the maker would go under, I would buy a backup LUV (ie, an extra).

however, looks like it is being sold in more and more places, and I cannot imagine any senior citizen (like me) going without it.

Michael

Yardmans helper
I just got this cart and I think it is already worth the money. I had a truck load of mulch and hills to go up with it. The cart went up hill with no problem. Dug up huge clump of zebra grass so heavy I couldn't lift it. But just rolled it into the cart pushed the control and away we went up hill to woods, dumped not a problem. I think this thing is great for an older person like me when you can no longer do the heavy stuff. I LUV it.

Gardening Pleasure Returns
I highly recommend this product to anyone doing gardening or yardwork. It was so wonderful to have some help spreading 20 yards of mulch, it was actually a pleasure. Instead of some dreaded yard work, I now look forward to other garden chores with excitement. I don't know what I would do without my LUVcart.

Not Worth It
Two parts required to assemble it were defective and I had to make my own. The instruction manual says no steep hills, but the web site said nothing of this limitation. (I bought it because my yard is very hilly.) The instruction manual says not to store it in temperatures over 75 degrees F. This apparently eliminates outside use and storage in the summer. The instruction manual said not to discharge the battery all the way, or it would be damaged. (How does one know when to stop and charge the battery unles it stops propelling the cart, and is thus completely discharged?) The instruction manual says to charge the battery every month even if it has not been used. Winter storage thus becomes inconvenient. (Whoever heard of maintaining your wheelbarrow in the winter?) ... Read more

Features

• Carries 500 pounds
• Easy manuevering in tight spots with a front-wheel vertical axis that rotates 270 degrees
• Easy single handed past 90-degree dumping
• Handle converts to connect with a lawn tractor, all-terrain vehicle, or snowmobile (requires optional clevis hitch)

Features

• Ground flush loading
• Foldable compact design
• Strong ergonomic design
• Holds up to 125 lbs.

Features

• Large 6 cubic foot capacity
• Full size hardwood handles for maximum leverage
• Fully supported steel tray for additional strength
• Pneumatic two-ply ball bearing wheel

Features

• White
• Flat proof
• 6" Ball bearing hub is universal to fit all wheelbarrows
• Light-weight
• Solid polyurethane tire - no flats, no air tanks

Reviews (2)

Not cheap, but VERY much worth the investment
It seems that I could rarely get more than about ten uses of a new wheelbarrow tire before a heavy load over hard, uneven surfaces would cause a flat in a supposedly "flat-proof" tire. And then I'd have to go back to the hardware store, invest another $10 or so and put a new tire on, inflate it, try to balance it and basically waste another ten bucks and another hour of my time as it would pop and go flat again shortly.

Getting tired of this, I decided to ante up and give this one a try -- and I'm thrilled! It feels like an air-filled tire; the solid material is a bit like soft, air-filled rubber which acts as a shock absorber over bumps and uneven surfaces. But when you bounce this one around or roll it over hard and sharp surfaces with hundred-pound loads, it just keeps rolling and coming back for more!

I only wish I bought this when I first assembled my wheelbarrow. When adding up the cost of frequently popping and flattening air-filled tires, in the long run this is a very good investment for anyone who frequently uses a wheelbarrow with heavy loads. It WILL pay for itself over time, and plus you don't have to hassle with replacing a tire as a regular ritual.

Do yourself a favor -- plunk down the sixty bucks and invest the money in a solid, flat-proof tire such as this one. You will be pleased when it's still going strong months, even years later. The reduction in flat-induced aggravation alone is worth this price several times over. You certainly get what you pay for.

No more flats, what a savior
This product will save me 2 fold when it comes to not having to take time out of my busy schedule to replace the tire. This tire lasts longer then the wheelbarrow and I will keep it when I junk the rest of the wheelbarrow. Couldn't be happier with this product. ... Read more

Product Description

Garden Wheelbarrow. Designed with ease of use in mind, this wheelbarrow has dual pneumatic tires that take the brunt off arms and prevent tipping when hauling heavy loads. Cushioned grip keeps hands comfortable. High density UV-resistant black polypropylene tray carries up to 300 pounds. Steel frame and 20" spoked wheel rims. 38" L, 27" W, 14 1/2" D. ... Read more

Features

• Black polypropylene, steel-framed wheelbarrow designed with ease of use in mind
• Dual pneumatic tires take the brunt off arms and prevent tipping
• Cushioned grip keeps hands comfortable
• High density UV-resistant polypropylene tray carries up to 300 pounds
• Measures 38" L, 27" W, 14 1/2" D

Features

• 5.5 cu. ft. capacity
• Carries 250 lbs.
• Thick Poly Tub
• Durable Steel Frame
• Strong Steel Wheels

Product Description

True Temper, Professional 6 CUFT Wheelbarrow, Seamless Metal Tray, 1 Piece, 16" x 4" Pneumatic, 2 Ply Tire, Wheel Size 8", Wood Handles, Replacement Wheels Are From Gleason Industrial, 4" Hub, Model # 47379, 6" Hub, Model # 24820, Flat Free Replacement Wheel From Marathon Industries Use True Value #168107 Or True Value #182-102, Replacement Handle, Sequatchie #35-025, True Value #169-125. ... Read more

Product Description

Two pneumatic wheels for greater loads and stability make this large capacity, double-wheel barrow a pleasure to use. Extended front bumper capacity is 330 lbs. Volume capacity is 5 cubic feet. Approximate shipping weight 47 lbs. ... Read more

Reviews (2)

follow-up on Grizzly
I finally got replacement parts (2 sets, actually!) and still had to buy some hardware so the wheels would not flop around on the axle. Also, the handles are not straight and kind of "wobble"--but the thing works and compared to sturdier models for 3-4 times the price, it's okay.

Wrong parts and no instructions!
This looks like it'd be a real nice item, especially for the price, but the axle is too short and there's hardware missing. The box was a mess of "peanuts" but the worst thing was the absence of any instructions. Fortunately, someone with a little technical ability can piece this together--but it won't run without wheels! I'm waiting to hear back from Grizzly customer service... ... Read more

Product Description

mfg by: CLARKE POWER PRODUCTS, INC. HAND TRUCK Tough steel construction Reinforced welds for strength High visibility red color 10 x 3" pneumatic tires 600 lb. capacity HT5300 600# HAND TRUCK ... Read more

Product Description

True Temper, 8 CUFT Polyethelyne Wheelbarrow, Seamless Polyethylene Tray, Pneumatic 15" x 3-1/2", 4 Ply Rated Tire, Wheel Size 8", Oil Lube Bearings, Leg Bar Brace, Replacement Wheels Are From Gleason Industrial, 4" Hub, Model # 47379, 6" Hub, Model # 24820, Flat Free Replacement Wheel From Marathon Industries Use True Value #168107 Or True Value #182102, Replacement Handle, Sequatchie #35025-29, True Value #169125. ... Read more

Features

• Seamless Polyethylene Tray, Pneumatic 15" x 3-1/2", 4 Ply Rated Tire...
• Oil Lube Bearings, Leg Bar Brace...
• Pneumatic 15" x 3-1/2", 4 Ply Rated Tire, Wheel Size 8"...
• Note:Has To Ship By Truck, Phone # Needed...

Product Description

Junior Wheelbarrow, Has Rugged Red Poly Tray, 31" Hardwood Handles, Steel Front Tray Braces & Legs & A Solid Rubber Tire, Can Be Used As Gardening Cart Or Childrens Wheelbarrow. ... Read more

Features

• Has Rugged Red Poly Tray, 31" Hardwood Handles...
• Steel Front Tray Braces & Legs & A Solid Rubber Tire...
• Can Be Used As Gardening Cart Or Childrens Wheelbarrow...

Product Description

mfg by: Marathon Industries NO FLATS! -
NO DOWNTIME! -
Wheel Size: 4.10/3.50-4"
Hub Length: 2.25" Offset Hub
Bearings: 5/8" Shielded Ball Bearings.
***Lightweight - Solid - Durable***
Perfect for Hand Trucks, Air Compressors, Garden Carts, and more!

This tire is made up of millions of tiny air pockets providing the tire with bounce and load handling characteristics similar to an air-filled tire - with the benefit of never going flat.
POLYURETHANE - the material used to produce the world's greatest tire will not break down from sun and the environment like rubber. This unique formulation creates a tough outer skin making the tire resistant to abrasion and chemicals. The tires come mounted on a heavy-duty steel rims with 5/8" shielded ball bearings. Two year guarantee that each tire is free from manufacturer defects. Capacity exceeds 300 pounds per tire.

FURNITURE & APPLIANCE MOVING Marathon Industries> WHEEL BARROW & HAND TRUCKS Marathon Industries> ... Read more

Features

• Feet won't rust or dent
• Extremely rugged polyethylene pan for durability and easy cleaning
• Steel channel undercarriage will stand up to most demanding job site work
• Oversized 64" American Hardwood handles to lift heaviest of loads
• Single wheel design