transporting 8" dobsonian

[asset189]

I've found a new semi dark site at the edge of town. Problem is that it's some 500m away from the road along a tarred footpath. My 8" Dob weighs around 30kg , how best to get it there? Even splitting it I do not fancy lugging two 15kg parts 500m up hill. Though of a sack barrow but I Afraid I'd rattle the mirror loose. Any ideas? How do you transport yours?

[scarp15]

For where the tube is concerned perhaps you could attach some form of webbing for making two carry handles. I think though that it might require a good dose of determination and if necessary pause a couple of times en-route to the top, reminding yourself that it will be worth it. You may find that after you have done it once it becomes a little easier setting the pace so to speak. Anyhow no need to sign up for a gym.

I sometimes carry my 8" dob in two parts / journeys to my allotment site which is a few minutes brisk walk.  I have the OOUK version and carry the tube by the trunnion rings for balance and the dob mount isn't too much of a problem, no hills though. I expect will at least be easier coming down.

[bingevader]

Some kind of sack trolley?

Pneumatic tyres would be better, but if the path is tarmac then it shouldn't be too much of an issue.

[RWB]

Some kind of sack trolley?

Pneumatic tyres would be better, but if the path is tarmac then it shouldn't be too much of an issue.

Pneumatic tyres are a must and pump them up VERY soft  but not too soft for shock absorption

and the job should be a good'un 

Clear Skies         Robin

[asset189]

Thanks for all the advice, sac barrow ordered