Homemade Wheeleez Beach Cart Kayak Cart Wheels

Homemade Beach Cart Kayak Cart Wheels, Wheeleez, Beach Wheels, 10 inch diameter hub, 8 Inch self sealing/puncture resistant inner tube, which inflates up to 20 inches in diameter, and the width of the hub is 4 inches. I used foam insulation sheeting from Home Depot and sandwiched it to form the inner part of the hub. Any kind of Styrofoam will work. -- Make your own Fishing cart or Kayak cart Beach balloon wheels...These inner tube wheels are equipped with a self sealing puncture substance for tires that will roll, even glide, over soft sand, turf and other challenging terrain. The tire's low pressure permits rolling heavy loads over unstable/uneven ground with ease. These balloon wheels will not sink or plow into soft ground. They are great for use on delicate surfaces preventing indentations, as well as providing shock-absorbing qualities. I am thinking about re-making the hubs from Aluminum Diamond Plate...
Here is a short video of them on the beach. • Home Made Wheeleeze be...

[@JohnSims3]

I used them for the first time last weekend and with a fully loaded yak, they didn't sink one bit in the sand! There was a slight depression in the soft beach sand and that was it! I was able to pull my fully loaded Yak all the way from the parking area to the water without stopping and I was not out of breath. Usually where I park, I have to stop and rest 3 or 4 times and I am virtually worn out with small regular cart wheels. These tires work like a charm!

[@JohnSims3]

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[@JohnSims3]

I used these for the first time at the Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament. I was able to pull my FULLY LOADED Yak to the beach (220 yards) without stopping! Last time I did this launch, I needed help. Way better than what I had!

[@ECE2424]

U Sir are a smart man! Obviously I found your video after finding out what the real brand costs.😬 I will definitely make a set for myself from your design. Thank u fir the great idea.👍 Keep em coming

[@chopperg2142]

Thank you very much. I will be using your idea to build a beach wheelchair for my son. We are so happy to have found your post before we bought the wheeleez. AWESOME!!!

[@JohnSims3]

My pleasure! Check out Big Kahuna Beach Wheels also. beachwheelcarts.com/

[@melissamoschella4340]

This is really awesome! Great work!

[@kevinnelson507]

I admire your Americanism. God Bless the land of the free.

[@JohnSims3]

Thank you so much! God bless you!

[@windsurfsnow]

Great job Mr. Sims

[@Joeak74]

AWESOME job John!!! Wheeleez is TOO EXPENSIVE!

[@JohnSims3]

thanks! Check out Big Kahuna wheels.

[@henryburt72]

I know this an old video, but still awesome idea. I took it a little different direction but would not have thought of without your idea. I bought 2 13" tire-wheel-tubes at Harbor Freight for $12.99 each less 20% coupons. I removed the tires and reinflated the tubes on the rims. They aren't flat proof, but at 2 PSI I think it would take a pretty sharp object to puncture them; if needed I'll upgrade the tubes. Haven't tried them in the sand yet, but they roll around my yard great, lol. One last thing, the hubs were a little too wide to fit on my axle so I disassemble the rims (these are split bolt together rims), knocked the outside bearing out, cut about 3/4" off the tube and put the bearing back in.

[@JohnSims3]

Very nice! Post a video!

[@tamerat3794]

Great idea! Did you ever do an update to show everyone how well they work on the beach?

[@JohnSims3]

Thanks! Yes, somewhere on U Tube...

[@heyyitsandy]

This is perfect! I already have 8" aluminum rims, with ATV tires on which are way too heavy for sand, this is the perfect solution! Thank you for sharing....

[@JohnSims3]

My pleasure. Let us know how it works

[@heyyitsandy]

John Sims Will do..... could be a while though, bought an All Terrain Radio Flyer with a fabbed steel lift kit. It looks bad-ass, but I realized now it’s too heavy to transport.... so I’m going to build something lighter and sensible for the beach 🏖

[@JohnSims3]

@@heyyitsandy cool!

[@1marMusa]

hey John Sims, i appreciate you sharing this video with all of us. i'll be attempting to make a pair like it for a beach cart.

[@JohnSims3]

Awesome! Let us know who they work out. Also check out the other guy's links on here for some good tips and tricks.

[@matttrull5205]

Awesome! I have been thinking about making my own tire/wheel combo for a while now. The commercial option is so expensive. I had also considered using inner tubes. There are some videos showing Russians with homemade low pressure flotation tires that look like large inner tubes secured to wheels using bands or something.

[@drodss]

Looks great! Love to see it in action.

[@JohnSims3]

Thanks @drodss...I will post a video of them in action on the beach!

[@JohnSims3]

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[@jwat899]

This looks great, and thanks for the link to the actual product. Can you share details as to how you attached the finished wheels to the structure? hardware, photos, tips, all appreciated. This seems to be my weak point.

[@chefalbino]

you inspired me - thx!

[@Pewit35]

I wonder if a quicker way to make the central foam section might be to sandwich the partly inflated tyre between the wooden/aluminium rings and bolt them together. Then fully inflate the tryre (to provide resistance) and squirt some polyurethane expanding foam in the gap between the rings using the the central hub hole. Let it expand until it dries and cut off any excess poking through the hub. Drill through your hub pipe and let some air out of the tyre to spread the load on the sand. Another improvement might be to add some 25mm bore stainless steel pillow block bearings which you can find on eBay.

[@JohnSims3]

EXCELLENT IDEA! I will have to give it a try for my next cart...

[@TK42138]

Great use for an inner tube. No one in the UK seems to stock proper sand tyres and the US based retailers won't export without some complex freight forward set up. Did find a Spanish based retailer but all their tyres/wheels were out of stock. Us Brits have been slow to catch on to the benefits of using a beach cart to carry all the usual equipment for a day at the beach. I did look at using off-the-shelf fishing carts tend to still have narrow mud tyres which are useless in soft sand. Definitely going to try this method but maybe add some rubber matting to outside to reinforce the tyre.

[@JohnSims3]

***** Thanks! I have had no problems regarding reinforcement. Maybe a thicker 'wheel' using wood, or even thin aluminum. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

hello John, I really like your improvisations. Made me a subscriber. I saw in one of your videos you launched from Morningside. I used to live at banyan bay a few blocks north for about 17 years and sailed the bay a lot. look forward to more of your videos.

[@JohnSims3]

+Robb's Homemade Life Thanks Robb! Check out my other vids on my channel.

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

+John Sims John, I watched several and they are all excellent. I make DIY videos a lot myself and enjoyed your creativity and improvising. Hope you get a lot more subscribers, you have a great channel.

[@JohnSims3]

Thank you sir! I wish I had more time to do more DIY!

[@joeyscott1030]

I haven't made these yet but I have a couple of recommendations. Instead of using foam for the inner tube to rest on, I'm going to use 1-1/4" PVC to go around the carriage bolts. I plan on using a hole saw to create slots for the PVC to fit into. That will keep them from shifting around. In addition to that I'm going to pre drill the carriage bolt holes and coat the plywood discs with several coats of FlexSeal. Not only will that make them waterproof, it'll also ensure that no splinters, should any pop up, will puncture the inner tube. I'll post a video when construction is complete. Thanks for the video!

[@JohnSims3]

Outstanding idea! Let us know how it works out. There is a cheaper alternative to Wheeleez... www.beACHWHEELCARTS.COM Jason SELLS THE WHEELS AND THE AXLE FOR AROUND $150!

[@trevorearly2510]

Pretty Sicc🤙

[@delunderpar]

Hi Jim, Thanks for sharing this idea. I intend to make four wheels in total for a fishing kayak that has gained a lot of weight due to added equipment. I have made two wheels thus far and would like your thoughts about modifications. 1. I used four 6" hex-head bolts to join the two wooden discs, intending to use the foam filler as hub material. This step now seems unnecessary. Any reason I should not skip filling the void? 2. Adding two or three layers of duct tape to the tubes would help protect the rubber from any damage. Any reason I should not do that? I appreciate any help. Peace, Fred

[@tominglis3465]

Very nice idea John- thank you. I need to make a simple cart to carry my camera time lapse rig down to the beach with 2 tripods, two chairs, pipe, electric motor, battery and controllers. You've got me thinking in a whole new direction ! It has to be light enough to go up and down about 4steps(risers).

[@JohnSims3]

Thanks Tom! I am going to make the hubs a little stronger with aluminum diamond plate. Thicker wood may also be an option...

[@tominglis3465]

John Sims I think tha idea of putting some tubing around the edge of the diamond plate would be a good idea, with some silicone caulk to hold it in place. I decided to just order a cart off eBay because it will make it easier to get everything done in a quicker fashion. But I will probably still end up making my own, later- I just like the idea better !!

[@DLJFunk]

thank you for sharing

[@JohnSims3]

thanks for watching! Nice fishing trip! I love SoCal!

[@DLJFunk]

thank you I'm now turning into a surf fishing guy sand is not my friend I'm looking for easy way to get my gear out to the surf.

[@JohnSims3]

I love surf fishing Darryl! I need to make a set for my beach cart also. Check out Blake Rutherfords vids (link on my page) and Joeys here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3LCqmp9ja6Wrs0 and Buck 91 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/inWwaaSHfK2MmNU

[@JB-gf8qc]

Sweet! Might want to put some rubber hose or around the wood edge so the wood will not cut into the tire/rub a hole in the side wall. A couple very short SSteel wood screws to hole the rubber bead will work w/some Gorilla glue. Just a thought. Great Job.

[@JohnSims3]

Not necessary. I rounded the edges of the plywood. The inner tube is very thick also.No rubbing or puncture concerns at all!

[@JohnSims3]

@Fred Mueller If you use thicker wood for the wheels, maybe you won't have to fill the void. My plywood was thin, so I used the foam board inside to strengthen the hubs. I have not seen a need for the tape. The edges are not sharp and won't puncture the tubes if sanded down real well. Good luck and post your completed project!

[@YknotLearnall]

I really enjoy diy and like your build. Since I live on the coast these type tires/wheels come in handy. I'm curious though, I didn't see a way to fill the tube once it's together, did I miss something in your video? As well, repurposing goes hand in hand with diy. May I ask, have you given thought to just using golf cart tires? You can pick up used balding tires with the rim for around 5 bucks. Here you can at any rate. just build a center out of plywood like you have done only smaller and your axle will fit. they even make similar tires for around $35 with the rim new. Just a thought mind you... yours I'm sure are much lighter.

[@JohnSims3]

+chase Yes. Thanks! I had to drill a hole and add a valve stem extender. Golf Cart tires would be perfect! You may even be able to use the rims and put a tube on them.

[@user-dw2tm3jm5h]

As an electrician, I would suggest an old wire spool , found at lowes, HD or an elec. supply shop

[@blakerutherford5243]

+John Sims, love it. Used some of your ideas for the H bar to make one for my Kraken. May have to do the same here.

[@JohnSims3]

Thank you! let us see the final product!

[@blakerutherford5243]

Will do. The video for the stand up bar is on my page if you want to check it out.

[@JohnSims3]

+Blake Rutherford thanks

[@buck91hunter]

Great video, and thanks for sharing! I built a surf fishing cart a few years back for toting all my surf fishing gear, cooler, chairs, etc. I love the thing, but I wasn't going to fork out $200 for some wheeleez so I put some wheelbarrow tires on there--terrible idea!! Did you ever install a valve extender, and if so how'd you make it work? I started building these yesterday, and bought a valve extender from Orielly's; however, once installed the air leaks out of the tire. Just curious if you had any advice or encountered this issue? I'm wondering if it's worth it, or if I should just take the wheel apart if I need to let air out or put more in. Also, I didn't fill the void/gap so I wonder if I just cut a hole on the outside big enough to access the valve--maybe that would work! Thoughts? Thanks again!

[@JohnSims3]

buck91hunter I haven't put a valve extender in yet, but plan to. Why is it leaking? I agree. Wheeleez are way overpriced! I think your idea may work!

[@paulwilliams819]

Yeah, but will the float.....sarcasm. Very nice!!!

[@LeonardSchmiege]

Way to go! btw you can cut a perfect circle with a router and a simple jig, put a pin and arm or wood fastened to the router base to cut a circle, and I have done a lot with cutting pvc sheet, the 1/4 pvc is not very structurally strong when flat but vertically very good might work for wheels instead of plywood.

[@JohnSims3]

Thanks for the tip. I didn't have a router... :)

[@LeonardSchmiege]

@@JohnSims3 Your video was 2014 how did the tubes hold up? Still working?

[@JohnSims3]

@@LeonardSchmiege I still use them to this day! I got the self sealing tubes from Lowes. Amazing how long they have lasted.

[@LeonardSchmiege]

@@JohnSims3 That's really great that they are holding up. I am thinking about building a beach cart for my beach sherpa business, it should hold everything needed for a dozen people, including a large floaty and batteries, water, and laptop (Its going to have a beach computer work station so I can run my other business from the beach.). So it may end up being pretty heavy. Ive done the business three times, 2 years ago. Thinking the large cart would be towed in a trailer parked at a boat ramp and then pushed or maybe even be dc powered to beaches in Pinellas County Florida. It will need to go over road, sidewalk and beach. I might build a cheap test version first though. What do you think the total weight capacity of four of those tubes is?

[@JohnSims3]

@@LeonardSchmiege Hard to say without a tire, but my yak fully loaded is 200 pounds and they hold up

[@socramslav]

buenas idea y baratas no todo el mundo puede comprar accesorios originales tambien te matan con los precios graxias

[@JohnSims3]

socramslav Así que es muy cierto!

[@glennschot3542]

Great idea! I bought the large 49cm Wheelez and they both blew out at the valve stem. impossible to fix (At $300 a pair!). I'm gonna use an innertube!

[@JohnSims3]

cool! You can definitely innovate!

[@2216sammy]

Yeah , Wheeleez wheels went straight down the drain , everybody has major valve problems.

[@mauibuck]

Positively brilliant! Thank you. Saw the video with the tracks in the sand. How many times have you taken it out? Total weight supported? Any ideas on improvement of this design? I'm grabbing your idea and going for a really cheap beach wheelchair that can go in the ocean.

[@JohnSims3]

mauibuck thanks! I have had it out about 25 times with the plywood hubs. No problems at all with a fully loaded Hobie Outback. I would say that my loaded yak weighs in around 200 pounds which includes a live well. Yes, read below for improvements. I am going to redesign using aluminum diamond plate for the hubs instead of wood and do a video. I already made a cart with diamond plate I had in my garage and it works beautifully. I need to make another cart for my other yak. Also, depending on the tubes used, you may want to get valve stem extenders. your project sounds like fun...

[@mauibuck]

John Sims Thanks, I read all the entries below. I'm a wee bit concerned about rust on the all-thread. I understand the zinc coating won't stand up well to ocean water. However, this is not meant to be "live forever" tank. I'll probably try the wheelbarrow tube first for "proof of principle" and am looking at 7-9 inch, heavy duty ATV inner tubes as larger wheels if needed. I make my own leak sealant so I'm not tied to the store bought and certainly not Slime. It only lasts 2 years. I'm also mind surfing about the possibility of casting wheel rims in foam and then covering in fiberglass. I wonder if there are any existing plastic rims available. And another possibility is to 3D print the rims. Don't think I have access to a printer that large...yet. Everything is out there in dreamland right now.

[@JohnSims3]

Nice ideas! Yes, the all thread will eventually corrode, and 1/2" or 5/8" stainless isn't cheap! ATV tires should work fantastic! Let us know! I have seen some wide plastic rims out there, just can't remember where...

[@JohnSims3]

I think I am going to re-do the 'hubs' using Aluminum Diamond plate that I have laying around...That will make them sturdier and they will look better...

[@JohnSims3]

@manx77 thanks for the great idea!

[@donsgee9654]

thanks for the video i made a set instead of using plywood i made mine out of stainless plates and put 6 holes 60 degress apart for cross ties a little bigger than the inside diameter of the tube stretching the tube over the cross ties and used the 6 inch tractor tubes 15 diameter really thanks i used mine over the sand what a difference from the plastic wheels thank you very much saved my back

[@JohnSims3]

Dons Gee Awesome! I am happy this helped you...and your back!

[@jmart73]

So has your project tires/tubes been proven in the sand? I'm planning on making a beach wagon but I would think that the tubes would easily puncture. Please reply and let me know.

[@JohnSims3]

jmart73 yep. See this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2iqmZaNjLt0adWIhey are self sealing tubes, so no leaks!

[@asulliv1954]

Yea you are right John $200 for two rubber inner tubes from China,shit who do they think they are that’s robbery,have you tested these out with a load and on the beach,I would like a follow up how these did!!Thank You for your diy it helps me!!Found your follow up video,thank again.

[@JohnSims3]

Yes, they work great with a fully loaded yak with a full baitwell. I have not yet had any issues with these tubes!

[@SuperFreddyja]

Having trouble finding your inner tubes, could you send exact link. Thanks can not wait to build one

[@JohnSims3]

Freddy, I think it is this one: www.lowes.com/pd_378902-442-490-328-L016_4294542212__?productId=3606510&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=

[@redwood1957]

How do you think these would hold up if I had to pull a kayak about 1/4 mile by bicycle and then a short walk over the dunes? Thank you

[@JohnSims3]

Mine have held up for 4+ years now!

[@JohnSims3]

Latest update...These work great, however I am going to make the hubs from some Aluminum Diamond Plate I have laying around. This will make them a bit stronger.

[@kanasorama]

do you have an idea where can we find the tubs online(international shipping maybe)?

[@JohnSims3]

Lowe's .com www.lowes.com/Search=tire+tubes?storeId=10151&langId=-1&catalogId=10051&N=0&newSearch=true&Ntt=tire+tubes#!

[@jaymallette5]

What did you use for the axle and how did you attach it to the wheels?

[@JohnSims3]

Jason Mallette I used 1/2" copper and switched to stronger 5/8" All thread. I ran it thru the hubs and used PVC pipe as a sleeve and big fender washers on both sides with cotter pins to keep them tight.

[@vqfive]

I found 20x10.00-8 tubes on ebay (2) $22.00 shipped. Just put Slime tire sealant into them make them self sealing.

[@JohnSims3]

vqfive i got hem at Lowes. They have the puncture sealant in them

[@Bengey9103]

Could you explain how you attach the axle? Just a rod in a plastic tube?

[@JohnSims3]

Georges - It's a threaded rod slid inside of a piece of PVC pipe. Then it goes thru the cross piece of the cart that holds the axle. See this webpage www.watermanatwork.com/KayakFishing/KayakRigging/KayakCarts/KayakCarts.html . Then click on this description for a drawing: "Click HERE to see a detailed drawing of how to fit the axle into the PVC frame." on the above webpage.

[@JohnSims3]

It's a copper tube inside of a pvc pipe. The pipe is used as a long spacer between the wheel hubs, and a big washer and a 'C' clip holds it on. Here' s some ideas: www.google.com/search?q=kayak+cart+axle&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiaktb43YneAhUEslMKHUiTCloQ_AUIDygC&biw=1280&bih=614

[@Z71Ranger]

Do you think 2 psi of air will make that tube seal if it gets a puncture?

[@JohnSims3]

Yes. Definitely

[@bl3nd3rs]

Any thoughts on the weight capacity for a tire like this? Looking to build a beach dolly to move a jetski that is around 250lbs.

[@JohnSims3]

Michael, I've put my fully loaded Hobie Outback with a full live bait well and no issues whatsoever. You can try bigger tubes if necessary...

[@marcushennings9513]

I think it is good for anything that's fairly inexpensive but wouldn't risk it or take responsibility on an item like a jetski that has the same cost of a car and definitely wouldn't if someone's safety is involved and I could be held liable.

[@user-gx7fs2hm6o]

i wonder what durability it has for traveling over some road asfhalt going throu sidewalk into a non pure sand.. can the tube last a weekily traveling like that ?

[@JohnSims3]

yes, it seems like it will work fine. I use it on asphalt and on sidewalks. The rubber is very thick, not cheap and thin, plus it has the automatic sealing feature for punctures up to 1/8 inch.

[@doz161]

i would suggest instead of plywood try using something plastic, no matter how good you cover that plywood the water still is going to get through, resin, gel coat, paint, i did it all and with time the wood starts to rot.

[@JohnSims3]

Darth Teabagger I actually changed them to thin aluminum diamond plate that I had laying around...

[@jtoker9758]

How long these cheaper tires last? 7 years later, they still haven't went flat?

[@JohnSims3]

Nope! They are still working just fine! They are definitely puncture resistant. I am noticing some cracking though in the rubber. Time to replace them...I'm surprised also.

[@patrickbridges5359]

how much did it cost to make the wheels?

[@JohnSims3]

+Patrick Bridges I had the bolts and plywood laying around, and if I recall the tubes were about 25 bux for both at Lowe's

[@patrickbridges5359]

+John Sims Thanks John

[@pstrap1311]

So how did these hold up?

[@JohnSims3]

I still use them but i made the hubs/rims with thin diamondplate after 1 year. Much sturdier.

[@pstrap1311]

Nice. So the innertubes didn't fail too quickly? What about the load limit? I would think they would bottom out onto the rim before they supported much weight since the tubes can't hold much pressure without support from a tire.

[@JohnSims3]

@@pstrap1311 No, Actually they lasted quite a long time and I got the one's with the puncture seal inside. I used 5-7 psi and they never bottomed out, even with my bait tank full. Actually, they didn't expand as much as I thought they would. Also, check out Buck91Hunters vids in one of my comments.

[@pstrap1311]

@@JohnSims3 Okay, cool thanks for the information. Thanks for doing the project and making the video as well!

[@JohnSims3]

@@pstrap1311 Awe some! Let me now how it turns out!

[@djbrent99]

i know this is a money saving project, but why not put it on a wheel barrow rim?

[@JohnSims3]

Great idea, but I didn't have any at the time. I had fun making them anyways...Even some of the lawn tractor rims might even work...

[@djbrent99]

John Sims i have some old hand dolly rims and bought matching innertubes, but the tube is too big for the rim. im guessing the tire keeps the tube contained, so no need the tube to actually fit snugly on the rim. i have an 8inch wheelbarrow rim, im going to try to put a 6inch inner tube on. i will let ya know how that works.

[@JohnSims3]

Great! Let me know how they work out!

[@djbrent99]

John Sims a six inch tube does fit on an 8" wheelbarrow rim. It looks like a bald tire. i have 5psi in the tube l. now i have to build a cart and test it

[@JohnSims3]

Sweet! I have a lot of weight in my Yak, so 5PSI should work!

[@buck91hunter]

Hi John - just uploaded a video showing my finished build: "Homemade Beach Wheels for Surf Cart". Check it out and let me know what you think. Thanks again for sharing the idea!

[@JohnSims3]

buck91hunter Will do! thanks!

[@joeyscott1030]

I have posted video 1 of 2 for my wheel build. I'll post the finished product at a later date. Check it out and let me know what you think. It's titled "Homemade Beach Wheels - Part 1"

[@JohnSims3]

Sweet!

[@JohnSims3]

Great! I'm sure everyone can improve on my design...

[@JohnSims3]

You can see how good my home made Wheeleez work in soft sand here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2iqmZaNjLt0adU

[@JohnSims3]

I think these are the exact tire tubes I used: www.lowes.com/pd_378902-442-490-328-L016_4294542212__?productId=3606510&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNs%3Dp_product_qty_sales_dollar%7C1&facetInfo=

[@JohnSims3]

Check out Buck91Hunters video he made on these wheels! kzbin.info/www/bejne/inWwaaSHfK2MmNU and also Buck 91's vid here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/inWwaaSHfK2MmNU