putting the pro angler on the hobie cart

I feel silly for asking this. So far I have put the proAngler on its side to remove the cart.
So, I have the side of it all scratched up and I think once I actually load it with gear this will be a problem.

What is the right technique for putting the proAngler on the cart when leaving the water and taking it off before going in?

thanks.

You could take it out and put it in, on the water. Depends on your conditions and physical capabilities. I like this method the best for keeping the kayak clean and less wear and tear from dragging across the rocks, let alone less physically challenging. I take it your using the heavy duty cart, which should more than enough handle your PA and equipment.

Note: The cart does float.

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Mark
Tandem Island- 2013
2 - Sports - 2014

I tie a rope to the cart then stand on the rope while lifting kayak. Move to the side then set kayak down.

I have seen guys use a stand that sits under rear handle whilst putting wheels in. About to start build a light weight one for mine when it arrives.

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2015 Hobie Pro Angler 12 , Hobie Revolution 13

I pull my Prangler down to the water and then simply lift the rear handle enough to allow the cart to drop out. It rolls down to me or to the water, nicely out of the way.

Getting the cart back in is harder. I first unload anything loose. Then carefully roll the Prangler up on one side and slip the cart in. Rolling it on its side can be tricky on an algae-slick ramp or mud. It's easy to have the 'yak slide sideways instead of rolling, and that can scratch the finish. A scrap of carpet or plywood can help.

But I reason that the only time the boat was pristine was the moment in came out of the mould. After that, it's used - and will look like it. Ya wanna look like an angler, or like somebody who never uses his boat?

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Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult
Pro Angler-14 owner

I haven't made one yet, but this seems the way to go to me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRjXKqLwPcc&feature=youtu.be

This is the stand idea I was thinking of reworking to make it less bulky and with out the rod holders .Ideally I would like it to sit around the rear cargo deck with out taking up space inside or very quickly be assembled.
I also would like to try and make it safe and reliable to use on a moderately steep boat ramp I use on occasion .
Normally I am from the "Avoiding boat ramps are the reason I kayak school" but this one is just to convenient to one of my favourite spots .

Well done Sir a neat idea indeed!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZfLFR32KCw

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2015 Hobie Pro Angler 12 , Hobie Revolution 13

i have a reece hitch lift so put the wheels in before i completely take it of the roof of the car and the rear rests on the skids then load up my yak and cart it to the water once in the water i remove the wheels and do the same in reverse when i pack up as i want to protect my investment.

hope it helps

Age create necessity.
necessity is the mother of invention.
If I put a rear rod rack on the hobie that guy certainly has the answer for onshore loading.

thanks.

I saw that one but was not a fan since the car is bulky.

Maybe I just need to get wet to put it on....for taking it off I am thinking of using a stick to poke it out the bottom. Will have to wait for warmer weather.