Polymule cart

[CacheBird]

Mods, not sure if this is the right spot for this, but could it please stay for a day or two to get maximum exposure?

I have been following the development of a hand cart with some cool features. It’s called the Polymule. The person who is the designer has put a lot of thought and effort into this cart and done some pretty tough testing with it as well. He’s trying to get it into production through Indiegogo, and is about 65% there. Please take a look at this link, and see if this might interest you or someone you know.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/p...ssist-sports#/

Just for the record, my only interest or payoff in posting this is to hope get enough interested people so the project can go forward. In other posts where I first heard about this, there is additional talk from the designer about additional designing going on so they can be pulled behind a four wheeler and or bike.

[Lenno]

Easier Hauling: ‘Polymule’ Rethinks The Wheelbarrow

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Padded handles, burly wheels, and a heavy load capacity: The Polymule upgrades trusty old favorites: wheelbarrows and garden carts.

The wheelbarrow is a tool that hasn’t seen much innovation for decades. It functions well enough, but the team at Polymule thinks it could stand improvement.
New to Kickstarter this week, Polymule aims to address common problems found with wheelbarrows, garden carts, or any wheeled hauling device.
The design is all about comfort, ease of use, and increased capacity. Padded grips, high ground clearance, and the ability to set it up completely without tools are just a few of its innovations.
Use it for carrying gear, wood, or even people (as demonstrated in the Kickstarter video below).
It retails for $320 if the Kickstarter campaign is successful.

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Polymule Handcart Features: Updated Wheelbarrow

Poor stability, back and shoulder strain, splinters, and poor ground clearance are problems the Polymule aims to address with its hauling design.
The handcart, as the company calls it, offers 15 cubic feet of hauling space with a 350-pound load capacity. An aluminum frame folds down for a level resting position and folds up to move the cart.
Integrated kickstandAs noted, it assembles completely without tools. Slide the parts into position, snap them down, and haul away. The company claims the Polymule sets up in five minutes.
The two wheels and wheel stands detach completely and fit within the hauling space for storage. When assembled, the large wheels lift the handcart 26 inches off the ground to navigate messy work spaces or uneven ground.
Pack it up entirely within its hauling spaceThrow the Polymule into the back of your car, as the whole assembly fits within its 46″ x 32″ x 12″ frame.
You can also purchase a canvas cover for shade and weather protection.
Optional canvas coverBuild A Better Wheelbarrow: The Polymule

The Kickstarter video shows the Polymule hauled into the backcountry, to a rock climber’s descent, and a child’s rescue after a car accident.
While the applications are not typical of wheelbarrows and push carts, an updated design to the wheeled-hauler may inspire new uses. Of course, it appears to carry typical wheelbarrow items like wood and tools just fine.
Until we get our hands on the Polymule for testing, it’s hard to tell how it will hold up. The durability of the wheels, its plastic body, and the aluminum arms all raise questions for us.
However, we’re all for reinventing things that we didn’t think needed reinventing, much like the YETI Bucket. This could be a welcomed update to an old stalwart.
Grips

[CacheBird]

Thanks Lenno for the additional info. It also doubles a a sturdy car top carrier. Then, if the car breaks down, you can take it down and be on your way.

[BrudderT]

If they made it a little longer and a little deeper it would be cool if they could store the wheels in the bottom instead of inside the compartment. Then there would be more space inside during car top use. As it is all you are really doing is transporting the cart on top of your car. It's not really useful while it's up there.

[CacheBird]

This is the most updated info on the cart:

Light-years ahead of other wheeled haulers, the Polymule was designed for heavy-duty use while remaining nimble and ultra-portable. Thanks to superior ergonomics, class-leading ground clearance and payload capacity, and an industry-first 'uphill assist' feature, the Polymule can take on the toughest jobs OR haul your gear into any adventure.Options: Roof Rack Kit/Cargo Carrier Kit (LEFT), Rear Handle, All-Weather Gear

BORN TO BE WILD

Polymule is a HIGH PERFORMANCE utility cart that was designed for heavy-duty use while remaining nimble and ultra-portable. Unlike traditional garden carts and wheelbarrows, the Polymule makes hauling large loads on rough terrain EFFORTLESS thanks to oversized wheels and sealed precision bearings.
The Polymule is made with ridiculously tough, SPECIAL-DUTY POLYMER andfeatures 20 inches of ground clearance, 400 lbs of payload capacity, and an industry-first 'UPHILL ASSIST' system.
ERGONOMICALLY SUPERIOR to other wheeled haulers, the Polymule significantly reduces back, neck, and shoulder strain thanks to an intelligent design that supports PROPER BODY MECHANICS. Available in Goldenrod, Desert Tan, and Moss Green.