Advice on motorised trolleys

[Tel]

I am looking for a motorized trolley and any advice on the befits of a one motored or two motored version would be appreciated, or any recommended models.
I have looked at Go Kart and Explorer 6 if any one has experience of ether.

 

[haplesshacker]

Ah ha.

Got my GoKart a couple of weeks ago. Good service, good value, good product. Folds up smaller than most other types I've seen. I have an MX5 so size is important, and it fits into the boot. Some aren't so sure about the looks, but hey, how long do you really look at a trolley for? Mines grown on me and looks a lot tidier than some other makes.

Just my ha'pennys worth.

 

[CarpeDiem]

I have a motocaddy S1 Digital and can't complain in the slightest. The motor it's self is nearly silent unlike some of the other models out there and its fast but not as fast as the GoKart! Folds away neatly aswell, and to put the icing on the cake it looks awesome.

 

[Tel]

Thanks for that I’m a pensioner that’s creaking a little so speed is not a requirement just reliability.

 

[Imurg]

Recently got the Hillbilly Terrain and its marvellous. Silent easy to put together and fits in the boot easy enough.

 

[andiritchie]

What is the average age of a powered trolley user,I do like the idea of one they cant go through trees so might be a waste on me

 

[USER1999]

What has age got to do with it?

All the kids at my club are advised to ge one, as carrying a big heavy bag is not good for kids who haven't stopped growing yet.

Most of the oldies have them too, but also a huge number of inbetweens. Whatever makes the game easier really.

Mind you, I think more people are carrying since the invention of dual strap bags. Prior to this, you had to be dedicated to carrying.

Push / pull trolleys are the strangest choice. Either go electric, or carry.

 

[andiritchie]

thats what i mean the majority i seen are juniors and seniors with them,If i played more than once a week it would usefull

 

[TWM]

"Push / pull trolleys are the strangest choice. Either go electric, or carry."

I must be strange. I use a GoKart because of age and recent infirmity but I am happy to use my pull trolley on short rounds.

 

[USER1999]

Pull trolleys are really bad for your back, as your spine is twisted when pulling, and the load only goes through one arm, which again loads your back in an un-natural way. Not good. Push trolleys are better, because your back is straighter, but still need to be pushed with both hands. Better to go electric.

 

[haplesshacker]

Kids. Tut!

When I were a young lad we had to carry 20 kgs of newspapers in a bag slung over one shoulder, and whilst riding a 3 or 5 speed overweight bike. No breathable lightweight clothes either.

Back on topic. Perhaps that's why my shoulder is now bug42%756d, and at the age of 39 have resorted to an electric trolley, as carrying and pulling made my shoulder much worse. Mind you, falling off a roof didn't help much either.

 

[evita4]

Kids. Tut!

When I were a young lad we had to carry 20 kgs of newspapers in a bag slung over one shoulder, and whilst riding a 3 or 5 speed overweight bike. No breathable lightweight clothes either.

And what was with all those supplements in the broadsheets, weighed an absolute ton.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Not sure I'll ever get use to seeing juniors with electric trolleys. To my mind it smacks of being spoilt (maybe because we never had the same opportunity when I was young but just my opinion) and that some of the youngsters (8-11) would be better off with a light bag and a half set of clubs.

With clubs and bags both being lighter than even 10 years ago it shouldn't be too much of a strain for a fit youngster to carry a set for a round.

 

[Cernunnos]

Homer, I've yet to see kids with electric trolleys round here, but the mental picture, just sends shivers down my spine.

I love using my electric trolley, but there are days when just roving with a lightweight golfbag on my back just suits my karma.

It would be a real shame if youngsters didn't experience the joys of carrying. Its like these kids that play all their sport on the playstation & PC without ever playing a real game of Chricket or Rugby on the recreational sportsfield, Never Playing Tennis or Badminton, or for that matter never climbing in the Lake District or Wales etc... (Yeah I know I'm a bit off topic now, but who cares)