I had an idea I would need this cart for a camping/kayak trip on a seven-day camping/kayaking trip to a lake, and I was right. The lake level was down...a lot... the bank was steep and covered with small boulders, rocks and what is known as rip rap. the cart functioned as I needed taking the kayak down to the lake, and at the end of my stay, it was this cart that allowed me to haul my kayak back to level ground. If the cart had smaller wheels or lighter structure, this would not have happened. If you need a kayak cart that is going to perform when you need it, this is the one!