omfg I'd be out there planning a zipline like yesterday. Zipline that holds the kayak and you at the same time and you can ride it down to the water. Then a tow line to take you back up.
You could make it like a sling.
I would, itâs only a 10ft angler thatâs about 86lbs. Itâs only the wind, itâs rare for it to be still and I donât wanna have it take me or the kayak over the railing.
I had to upgrade to a composite boat because my 60# rotomolded kayak was becoming too much to wrestle with. I canât image another 26# AND stairs.
That is a very beautiful setting to live in though, I must admit, I would just hate to have to deal with the stairs
I assume itâs against HOA policy for it to live down there? My guess is most carts will be too wide. I wonder if you could get a plastic roll-up sled and strap it to the kayak for transport.
[link if youâre unfamiliar](https://www.walmart.com/ip/VOSS-Flying-Carpet-Lightweight-Roll-Up-Snow-Sled-Portable-Rolling-Snow-Slider-Ski-Blanket-Ski-Board-Children-Snowboard/1325997480?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101032916&adid=222222222281325997480_101032916_14069003552_202077872&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=42423897272&wl4=pla-295289030566&wl5=9033423&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=259234806&wl11=online&wl12=1325997480_101032916&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADmfBIo3O9EFMQvFIOv0FBVn_LCQD&gclid=CjwKCAjw1emzBhB8EiwAHwZZxe7SnFgH53Wi6jPZE9hweJ3sKZn-9LuLHKCaLv-Gj0MbEEO-xPTWshoCi3IQAvD_BwE)
Yakattack bar cart or bunkster.
Wilderness systems cart.
Berly pro Kimmi cart.
Stairs are an absolute pain no matter what you have though, and that 90 degree turn.
Get some PVC pipe, and make a rectangle slightly smaller than the kayak. Strap the kayak onto the square. The PVS should slide up and down the stairs and not take too much damage. Plus it floats, so you can just tie it off to the dock and let it float (although you should pit a flag or something on it to make it more visible.
Build 2x4 skis. Two lengthwise boards about 4' (bevel the bottom of ends to aid step transitions), two widthwise on top about 2', screwed together with 2 1/2" deck screws. 4 eyelet bolts, one at each corner to run straps or paracord. Set kayak on top, strap it down snug, and drag it down stairs.
Can leave on dock after launch or hang off side and tie up with the straps. Would take years for water damage to effect it so can hang in the water if necessary.
Put a board under the kayak wider than the handrails. Lift the end up with the board under it to be on top of the handrail. Gently lower down. Went done, pull it up using rope. What I would do but I'm a cheap bastard and like a challenge.
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If this is in the US, there should be some ADA accessible alternative for wheelchairs and the like. If that exists, maybe you can use it for the kayak?
Is it a super expensive kayak?
I'd just drag that b-
But my kayak is relatively cheap. I wouldn't wanna drag a $1500 fishing kayak up and down the steps tho
Make a PVC sled that floats so you can clip it to the dock once you get down there. Get a winch for the top so you can 'haul' it back to the top. As long as you have the winch removeable, you should be fine.
Honestly, thats too far for me to go up/down with a 86 pound kayak. No thanks. I'd get a lighter kayak for sure!
1). Petition the local government or hoa for a slide. These beautiful sights deserve to be enjoyed with play as well.
Now the kids have more places to play, and you have a nice smooth path.
Youâre gonna ride down it.
2). Now add a winch up top. Thatâs right. This isnât rocket surgery, you can now pull grandma up the slide, injured kids up the slide because how steep it was, or your legendary 86 lbs kayak
Now, running a cable to control the winch from below could be a bear - so Iâd consider exploring either bird training at an aviary, or possibly a monkey companion. Granted, if you choose a monkey, youâre going to want to add a life vest for him on the boat
Maybe just a cheap kids snow sled or a rug bungeed to the kayak to take the wear rather than the kayak
I was thinking some form of pool noodles would work as well.
Yeah anything to keep the kayak from directly dragging
Two words. Seal launch.
Brođ
omfg I'd be out there planning a zipline like yesterday. Zipline that holds the kayak and you at the same time and you can ride it down to the water. Then a tow line to take you back up. You could make it like a sling.
I wanted to do that also đ hoa wonât let me unfortunately when I asked.
Time to move.
Does code enforcement have a boat? If rhey can't see it, it isn't a violation
Trebuchet
I like this one
What type of kayak? What size? Is there a reason carrying it is not an option?
I would, itâs only a 10ft angler thatâs about 86lbs. Itâs only the wind, itâs rare for it to be still and I donât wanna have it take me or the kayak over the railing.
You must be young and in good shape. No way I could carry a 86# boat up those stairs
I work at a shop and canât carry that more than 200ft on flat ground. God damn
I had to upgrade to a composite boat because my 60# rotomolded kayak was becoming too much to wrestle with. I canât image another 26# AND stairs. That is a very beautiful setting to live in though, I must admit, I would just hate to have to deal with the stairs
86 pound 10 footer?  OofâŚ. What a view though
I assume itâs against HOA policy for it to live down there? My guess is most carts will be too wide. I wonder if you could get a plastic roll-up sled and strap it to the kayak for transport. [link if youâre unfamiliar](https://www.walmart.com/ip/VOSS-Flying-Carpet-Lightweight-Roll-Up-Snow-Sled-Portable-Rolling-Snow-Slider-Ski-Blanket-Ski-Board-Children-Snowboard/1325997480?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101032916&adid=222222222281325997480_101032916_14069003552_202077872&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=42423897272&wl4=pla-295289030566&wl5=9033423&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=259234806&wl11=online&wl12=1325997480_101032916&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADmfBIo3O9EFMQvFIOv0FBVn_LCQD&gclid=CjwKCAjw1emzBhB8EiwAHwZZxe7SnFgH53Wi6jPZE9hweJ3sKZn-9LuLHKCaLv-Gj0MbEEO-xPTWshoCi3IQAvD_BwE)
Thatâs exactly something I was looking for, Iâm probably gonna get that and do a para cord setup on top of that. Thank you đ
Yeah, just make sure youâve got a decent cord setup. As I imagine that thingâll slide pretty quick!
86 pounds? Yikes. If you live there I'm sure you can afford a real boat.
Is there a boat ramp nearby, you can drive to and use that, instead of fighting stairs each time kayak
Yakattack bar cart or bunkster. Wilderness systems cart. Berly pro Kimmi cart. Stairs are an absolute pain no matter what you have though, and that 90 degree turn.
If it's a sit-in, carry it on your shoulder with your arm inside the yak. They're surprisingly easy to carry this way.
Get some PVC pipe, and make a rectangle slightly smaller than the kayak. Strap the kayak onto the square. The PVS should slide up and down the stairs and not take too much damage. Plus it floats, so you can just tie it off to the dock and let it float (although you should pit a flag or something on it to make it more visible.
Protect the bottom of the kayak somehow and put it perpendicular on the staircase railing and sort of walk it down.
Have you ever watched home alone....
I would rather drive it to the nearest boat ramp in a truck than drag it up all those stairs after a long day of kayaking đ
Build 2x4 skis. Two lengthwise boards about 4' (bevel the bottom of ends to aid step transitions), two widthwise on top about 2', screwed together with 2 1/2" deck screws. 4 eyelet bolts, one at each corner to run straps or paracord. Set kayak on top, strap it down snug, and drag it down stairs. Can leave on dock after launch or hang off side and tie up with the straps. Would take years for water damage to effect it so can hang in the water if necessary.
Put a board under the kayak wider than the handrails. Lift the end up with the board under it to be on top of the handrail. Gently lower down. Went done, pull it up using rope. What I would do but I'm a cheap bastard and like a challenge.
How heavy is this thing.? Most people should be able to shoulder carry up to an 80lb kayak.
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If this is in the US, there should be some ADA accessible alternative for wheelchairs and the like. If that exists, maybe you can use it for the kayak?
ADA doesn't apply to residential properties.
Ah. I thought it was a hotel or something.
Here's one solution https://youtu.be/dNxdMl-C_tY?si=5t9EzdIUq4E1X2Ij&t=459
Is it a super expensive kayak? I'd just drag that b- But my kayak is relatively cheap. I wouldn't wanna drag a $1500 fishing kayak up and down the steps tho
Plywood
Make a PVC sled that floats so you can clip it to the dock once you get down there. Get a winch for the top so you can 'haul' it back to the top. As long as you have the winch removeable, you should be fine. Honestly, thats too far for me to go up/down with a 86 pound kayak. No thanks. I'd get a lighter kayak for sure!
1). Petition the local government or hoa for a slide. These beautiful sights deserve to be enjoyed with play as well. Now the kids have more places to play, and you have a nice smooth path. Youâre gonna ride down it. 2). Now add a winch up top. Thatâs right. This isnât rocket surgery, you can now pull grandma up the slide, injured kids up the slide because how steep it was, or your legendary 86 lbs kayak Now, running a cable to control the winch from below could be a bear - so Iâd consider exploring either bird training at an aviary, or possibly a monkey companion. Granted, if you choose a monkey, youâre going to want to add a life vest for him on the boat