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Such an under-rated accessory. It still boggles my mind that my home course doesn't have any.
Pimp My Push Cart
Check out "Bar Buoy" at your local marine or 4X4 supply store.
That’s awesome work!I made a nifty rangefinder holder for my Zip navigator. It's really handy to have it right at the top of the handle. I made it integral to the accessory bolt system so it attaches as if it was factory. Lined it with mouse pad foam and painted it semi gloss black to match the Zip. It ought to be available from the factory.
At our course they haven't put sand bottles back on the riding carts, so lots of divots don't get filled. I fill mine before the round and try to make sure it is empty by the time we make the turn so I can fill it up and empty it again before 18. Not getting them all, but getting a few helps.
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Well who knows why I do these things except that I miss my shops in the summer and I have fun fabricating inventions...I have dozens. Not sure I'll use this one all the time but on the really hot days I thought it might be nice to have a cooler for cold drinks. I got looking over my Zip and thinking about how I could secure a small soft sided one. It would have to ride in the center and between the wheels for balance, have easy access to its contents and most importantly, it had to quick clamp and quick release for set up. No nuts and bolts or tools required. I didn't take pictures during the fabrication because it was hot in the shop and I was in and out of welding gear and whatnot and I just didn't have the time to take them so these are mostly post production. It's only painted with primer and eventually I'll paint it semi gloss to match the Zip frame.
First step is a simple sheet metal box to hold the cooler. 7" x 11.5" is a fairly standard and common size so when the soft cooler wears out, it'll be easy to replace. The walls would be 4 inches tall.
So yeah, lots of time, lots of experimenting but it really came out nice. It's perhaps even over built a bit but the cooler box rides very solidly and clamps in an instant. Just slide it over the seat bracket extension and clamp it down with the T handle. The one inch banding steel attaches to the clamping tube such that there's no sag in the box. It has an intentional slight lean forward to keep the box clear of the Zip housing so it doesn't rattle and to allow room for the bag to ride over the cooler. I make two inch thick ice blocks in my downstairs freezer from the plastic boxes wifey buys greens in....they're the same dimensions as the cooler floor so the ice lasts for many hours.
It's only in the 70s here today but I'll take it out for 18 and see how it goes.
First step is a simple sheet metal box to hold the cooler. 7" x 11.5" is a fairly standard and common size so when the soft cooler wears out, it'll be easy to replace. The walls would be 4 inches tall.
So yeah, lots of time, lots of experimenting but it really came out nice. It's perhaps even over built a bit but the cooler box rides very solidly and clamps in an instant. Just slide it over the seat bracket extension and clamp it down with the T handle. The one inch banding steel attaches to the clamping tube such that there's no sag in the box. It has an intentional slight lean forward to keep the box clear of the Zip housing so it doesn't rattle and to allow room for the bag to ride over the cooler. I make two inch thick ice blocks in my downstairs freezer from the plastic boxes wifey buys greens in....they're the same dimensions as the cooler floor so the ice lasts for many hours.
It's only in the 70s here today but I'll take it out for 18 and see how it goes.
The main additions I did on my clic gear were some accessory clips and the XL drink holder. Those two? Super useful.
The third piece? The riser kit for bags. It's really just like a 2 inch rise for the bottom of the bag, but it is sure handy.
The third piece? The riser kit for bags. It's really just like a 2 inch rise for the bottom of the bag, but it is sure handy.
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Dude! This is incredible! Well done!I made a nifty rangefinder holder for my Zip navigator. It's really handy to have it right at the top of the handle. I made it integral to the accessory bolt system so it attaches as if it was factory. Lined it with mouse pad foam and painted it semi gloss black to match the Zip. It ought to be available from the factory.
Great use of space between the bag and cart!Well who knows why I do these things except that I miss my shops in the summer and I have fun fabricating inventions...I have dozens. Not sure I'll use this one all the time but on the really hot days I thought it might be nice to have a cooler for cold drinks. I got looking over my Zip and thinking about how I could secure a small soft sided one. It would have to ride in the center and between the wheels for balance, have easy access to its contents and most importantly, it had to quick clamp and quick release for set up. No nuts and bolts or tools required. I didn't take pictures during the fabrication because it was hot in the shop and I was in and out of welding gear and whatnot and I just didn't have the time to take them so these are mostly post production. It's only painted with primer and eventually I'll paint it semi gloss to match the Zip frame.
First step is a simple sheet metal box to hold the cooler. 7" x 11.5" is a fairly standard and common size so when the soft cooler wears out, it'll be easy to replace. The walls would be 4 inches tall.
So yeah, lots of time, lots of experimenting but it really came out nice. It's perhaps even over built a bit but the cooler box rides very solidly and clamps in an instant. Just slide it over the seat bracket extension and clamp it down with the T handle. The one inch banding steel attaches to the clamping tube such that there's no sag in the box. It has an intentional slight lean forward to keep the box clear of the Zip housing so it doesn't rattle and to allow room for the bag to ride over the cooler. I make two inch thick ice blocks in my downstairs freezer from the plastic boxes wifey buys greens in....they're the same dimensions as the cooler floor so the ice lasts for many hours.
It's only in the 70s here today but I'll take it out for 18 and see how it goes.
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Thanks guys. Took it on its maiden voyage yesterday for 18 holes. It was only mid 70s but I wanted to be sure it rode properly. The only problem I could think of is the T bolt somehow loosening but it stayed solid the entire round.
The cart girl came by and I told the guys I could put her out of business!
Well who knows why I do these things except that I miss my shops in the summer and I have fun fabricating inventions...I have dozens. Not sure I'll use this one all the time but on the really hot days I thought it might be nice to have a cooler for cold drinks. I got looking over my Zip and thinking about how I could secure a small soft sided one. It would have to ride in the center and between the wheels for balance, have easy access to its contents and most importantly, it had to quick clamp and quick release for set up. No nuts and bolts or tools required. I didn't take pictures during the fabrication because it was hot in the shop and I was in and out of welding gear and whatnot and I just didn't have the time to take them so these are mostly post production. It's only painted with primer and eventually I'll paint it semi gloss to match the Zip frame.
First step is a simple sheet metal box to hold the cooler. 7" x 11.5" is a fairly standard and common size so when the soft cooler wears out, it'll be easy to replace. The walls would be 4 inches tall.
So yeah, lots of time, lots of experimenting but it really came out nice. It's perhaps even over built a bit but the cooler box rides very solidly and clamps in an instant. Just slide it over the seat bracket extension and clamp it down with the T handle. The one inch banding steel attaches to the clamping tube such that there's no sag in the box. It has an intentional slight lean forward to keep the box clear of the Zip housing so it doesn't rattle and to allow room for the bag to ride over the cooler. I make two inch thick ice blocks in my downstairs freezer from the plastic boxes wifey buys greens in....they're the same dimensions as the cooler floor so the ice lasts for many hours.
It's only in the 70s here today but I'll take it out for 18 and see how it goes.
That is awesome....THe added weight low on the MGI will reduce tipping too. I found that a cooler bag attached to the upright just above the handle, Where the MGI attaches, increases the back and high weight, increasing tipping
Lost the original cup holder for my push cart but splurged on a new one.. after the last round where My bag ymcouldnt properly hold my metal water bottle and it spilled all over, it was time for a new holder lol
But the wife has already tried to take it to attach to the baby stroller
But the wife has already tried to take it to attach to the baby stroller
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WO, I've been walking a lot of rounds after work lately and thinking about upgrading my POS bare bones, old push cart, but the clicgear prices scared me away. Thanks for pointing this out as I'm checking it out on the Costco site and it looks pretty solid at a much more reasonable price. How do you like yours and what are the pros and cons.
I need to look at this Riser Kit. I've noticed that my front wheel will sometimes rub on my bag.
ive used t about 40 rounds or so and No issues Come to mind. It’s a really great push cart.
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My clickgear has the shoe cleaner attachment, the extended umbrella holder, the cup holder and I’ve also added a cell phone holder (I use Arccos for scoring and distances).
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it seems so simple..
I've thought about one of those but if needed I throw my little "dry" towel on a back wheel and sit there
I found this to attach my rangefinder and it works great.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1105722930/golf-rangefinder-base-for-pushcarts?ref=share_v4_lx
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1105722930/golf-rangefinder-base-for-pushcarts?ref=share_v4_lx
you might want to Keep your phone away from that!
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With as many lasers now having the magnet I am surprised the carts do not have a small metal piece somewhere at the top of the handle to attach them to.