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Martin Pauly · November 18th, 2007, 05:09 PM

This isn't really related specifically to weddings, but I figured this forum would be the best place to ask my question.

I have a very heavy rack that I need to carry around, but it's too heavy to carry by myself (unless I want to permanently damage my back). Quite often I need to carry it up and down the stairs, so I am wondering if it's practical to use a dolly or hand truck - maybe something with rather big wheels for the stairs.

Does anyone have a solution/product that you can recommend?

Thanks,
Martin

Allen Plowman · November 18th, 2007, 08:18 PM

I also do DJ work, I use a dolly with large tires for moving heavy stuff. This one works very well over dirt, stairs, uneven terrain. its the most economical for going up and down stairs. it works well, but doesnt have asthetics. they go on sale for 35 dollars frequently.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=37520

Allen Williams · November 19th, 2007, 02:06 AM

I would recommend the Magliner Gemini Jr. convertible hand truck. Almost (short of getting hit by a train) indestructable and totaly weatherproof. Looks good and changes configuration. Although I rarely use it for video any more, it has found many other uses when heavy transport is needed. Because the tires are pneumatic, it is easy to transport heavy items up and down stairs.
Check out www.magliner.com
Allen W

Bruce S. Yarock · November 20th, 2007, 08:52 AM

Rock N Roller. I've been using one for a couple of years, and couldn't work without it.
http://www.handtrucksrus.com/crashde...id=460&cx=rock

Bruce S. Yarock
www.yarock.com

Richard Alvarez · November 20th, 2007, 12:20 PM

I use a Rock N Roller... pretty handy, a fair price. Not as sturdy as a Magliner for sure, and DON'T overinflate the tires, but not bad. Folds up nice and small.

Martin Pauly · November 20th, 2007, 09:43 PM

Thanks a lot, guys. I ordered the Rock N Roller - I think this will be working great for me!

- Martin

November 18th, 2007, 05:09 PM	#1
Martin Pauly Major Player Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Posts: 563	Dolly to transport equipment This isn't really related specifically to weddings, but I figured this forum would be the best place to ask my question. I have a very heavy rack that I need to carry around, but it's too heavy to carry by myself (unless I want to permanently damage my back). Quite often I need to carry it up and down the stairs, so I am wondering if it's practical to use a dolly or hand truck - maybe something with rather big wheels for the stairs. Does anyone have a solution/product that you can recommend? Thanks, Martin __________________ Martin Pauly

November 20th, 2007, 09:43 PM	#6
Martin Pauly Major Player Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Posts: 563	Thanks a lot, guys. I ordered the Rock N Roller - I think this will be working great for me! - Martin __________________ Martin Pauly

November 18th, 2007, 08:18 PM	#2
Allen Plowman Major Player Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Paradise, california Posts: 353	I also do DJ work, I use a dolly with large tires for moving heavy stuff. This one works very well over dirt, stairs, uneven terrain. its the most economical for going up and down stairs. it works well, but doesnt have asthetics. they go on sale for 35 dollars frequently. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=37520

November 19th, 2007, 02:06 AM	#3
Allen Williams Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Freeport, NY Posts: 90	I would recommend the Magliner Gemini Jr. convertible hand truck. Almost (short of getting hit by a train) indestructable and totaly weatherproof. Looks good and changes configuration. Although I rarely use it for video any more, it has found many other uses when heavy transport is needed. Because the tires are pneumatic, it is easy to transport heavy items up and down stairs. Check out www.magliner.com Allen W

November 20th, 2007, 08:52 AM	#4
Bruce S. Yarock Trustee Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pembroke Pines, Fl. Posts: 1,842	Rock N Roller. I've been using one for a couple of years, and couldn't work without it. http://www.handtrucksrus.com/crashde...id=460&cx=rock Bruce S. Yarock www.yarock.com

November 20th, 2007, 12:20 PM	#5
Richard Alvarez Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: San Mateo, CA Posts: 3,840	I use a Rock N Roller... pretty handy, a fair price. Not as sturdy as a Magliner for sure, and DON'T overinflate the tires, but not bad. Folds up nice and small.