Life saver, I found the hitch and installed it on my bike. It's a night and day difference from my DIY. What I did to install the hitch on the back rack was I cut a 3" pc of 1-1/2-in x 3-ft Zinc-Plated Steel Perforated Square Tube as the hitch lines up perfectly with it. I drilled a hole through the rack and used 5/16 x 1" bolts, which were super easy and solid. I also drilled and used two 5/16 x 2 bolts for the hawk crawler.
I too am interested in the ebike attachment. As far as getting the deer in the truck while being alone I use a couple wood boards for a ramp and keep a jet sled in the truck. I cart deer to truck, off load into sled and then pull it up the board ramps. Works like a charm.
Thank you! If I remember correctly my hitch only took a couple of days to arrive. I can’t say what else you may need because your bike setup may be different from mine. I attached the hitch to my bike rack which had predrilled holes in it. I modified an aluminum block (minor cuts and a few holes) to serve as a coupler between the rack and the hitch. It’s a bit complicated to explain in writing so I’ll have to get on that video soon.
Thanks for the detailed report. Hunting alone in the past with a cart, I would walk the cart up to my tailgate, lay the handle on the tailgate, then pick up the cart by the wheels and slide it into the bed. Do you think that’d work with this cart? I do not have room to take my ramps plus the cart plus a deer in the bed and keep things unseen. Maybe, but I don’t think so. Thanks
Thanks for the comment! Well, this is my first cart so your suggestion seems like a great solution. If I were to try that with the Hawk Crawler, due to all the extra force that would be added to the handle, I would definitely add the extra bolt in the handle to prevent it from folding over unexpectedly. But I wouldn’t be able to grab it by the wheels because they are not fixed in place; (could probably use the rear handle though!). But even under the best circumstances it seems laborious. However in my case, I store my ramps in the back seat of my truck to protect against theft, leaving plenty of room for deer, cart and other gear. The ramps are also lightweight and collapsible which makes them easy to deploy. But thanks to you, I now have another option! 👍🏽
Hello thanks for your review! I just bought the Hawk deer cart because I hunt by myself and dragging deer is getting old since I'm getting older. I'm just curious if you think the cart is sturdy enough to put handle on the tailgate and lift the cart with the deer into the bed sort of like a lever? I'd like to hear your thoughts.
Based on other people’s experiences, I do not. If you intend to do that I suggest you add an extra bolt to ensure it does not pivot. Thanks for the question. Good luck!
Yes. What hardware you need will depend on how and where you mount it to your bike. I attached mine to the bike rack which required a custom piece which was easily made. I plan to explain in detail when I make the video.
Life saver, I found the hitch and installed it on my bike. It's a night and day difference from my DIY. What I did to install the hitch on the back rack was I cut a 3" pc of 1-1/2-in x 3-ft Zinc-Plated Steel Perforated Square Tube as the hitch lines up perfectly with it.
I drilled a hole through the rack and used 5/16 x 1" bolts, which were super easy and solid. I also drilled and used two 5/16 x 2 bolts for the hawk crawler.
Awesome! So glad it worked out for you! It is a great find!
I too am interested in the ebike attachment. As far as getting the deer in the truck while being alone I use a couple wood boards for a ramp and keep a jet sled in the truck. I cart deer to truck, off load into sled and then pull it up the board ramps. Works like a charm.
Ok, thanks for the feedback. I’m hoping to put that hitch video together soon.
Great hack for loading deer when solo!
Looking forward to the ebike attachment video. New subscriber!
Sure thing. Welcome!
Can you share more on how you hooked it to your bike?
Ok. I plan to. Thanks!
Great video. I ordered the trailer and hitch. Kinda bummed the hitch ships from the UK. What else is needed to install this on the bike/trailer?
Thank you! If I remember correctly my hitch only took a couple of days to arrive.
I can’t say what else you may need because your bike setup may be different from mine. I attached the hitch to my bike rack which had predrilled holes in it. I modified an aluminum block (minor cuts and a few holes) to serve as a coupler between the rack and the hitch. It’s a bit complicated to explain in writing so I’ll have to get on that video soon.
Thanks for the detailed report. Hunting alone in the past with a cart, I would walk the cart up to my tailgate, lay the handle on the tailgate, then pick up the cart by the wheels and slide it into the bed. Do you think that’d work with this cart? I do not have room to take my ramps plus the cart plus a deer in the bed and keep things unseen. Maybe, but I don’t think so. Thanks
Thanks for the comment! Well, this is my first cart so your suggestion seems like a great solution. If I were to try that with the Hawk Crawler, due to all the extra force that would be added to the handle, I would definitely add the extra bolt in the handle to prevent it from folding over unexpectedly. But I wouldn’t be able to grab it by the wheels because they are not fixed in place; (could probably use the rear handle though!). But even under the best circumstances it seems laborious. However in my case, I store my ramps in the back seat of my truck to protect against theft, leaving plenty of room for deer, cart and other gear. The ramps are also lightweight and collapsible which makes them easy to deploy. But thanks to you, I now have another option! 👍🏽
@@northofdetroitoutdoors7404 my ramps do not fold. thanks
Hello thanks for your review! I just bought the Hawk deer cart because I hunt by myself and dragging deer is getting old since I'm getting older. I'm just curious if you think the cart is sturdy enough to put handle on the tailgate and lift the cart with the deer into the bed sort of like a lever? I'd like to hear your thoughts.
Based on other people’s experiences, I do not. If you intend to do that I suggest you add an extra bolt to ensure it does not pivot. Thanks for the question. Good luck!
Did you need any additional hardware to connect the Ventura hitch up to your e-bike or cart ? Thanks 🙏🏻
Yes. What hardware you need will depend on how and where you mount it to your bike. I attached mine to the bike rack which required a custom piece which was easily made. I plan to explain in detail when I make the video.
Your camera crew, script writer and editing team do great work. Are they contractors? If so maybe I can hire them for a few projects.
😂 Thanks for the compliment.
Where did you find the hitch?
Amazon. Look up Ventura hitch for trailer. Or try by the German name “Anhangerkupplung.” Hope this helps.