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Jul
3

4 Great Uses For Golf Carts

Posted in Golf Carts

You don’t need to play golf in order to find great uses for a golf cart. More and more, these handy little vehicles are being used in a variety of commercial and residential applications which have nothing to do with the game of golf. Whether you own a business or are looking for a convenient way to get around your property or neighborhood, a golf cart may be an affordable option. Here are four great ways that people are using golf carts

  1. Camping. Love camping? A golf cart can be the ultimate camping accessory. Many people enjoy having the freedom to move around the campground quickly in their own personal golf cart, visiting friends, seeing the sights or just making a trip to the campground store.
     
  2. Personal property. For those with larger pieces of land, a golf cart can be a great way to get from one area to another. Pack up tools or another equipment and head to the other side of your property on a utility cart.
     
  3. Businesses. Family fun parks, campgrounds, retirement communities and parks all use golf carts as an easy way to get around their property.
     
  4. Events. For big parties or events, golf carts are a great way to transport guests from the parking lot to the main event area. Weddings, company picnics and many other events are made more enjoyable when guests can hitch a ride. 

Golf carts come in a wide variety of sizes and models, with both gas and electric models available. For the ultimate accessory for your home, business or recreational needs, check out the new and used golf carts that are available at your local golf cart dealer.

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

Jul
3

Relax And Rent A Golf Cart This Summer!

Posted in Golf Carts

Nothing can detract from a fun event or vacation more than sore feet, knees and legs. It’s hard to enjoy anything when you need continuously to be on your feet, walking miles upon miles throughout the day. For anyone that has small children in tow, physical restrictions or just doesn’t enjoy walking long distances, golf cart rentals for your next outdoor vacation or event may be the perfect way to avoid the pain while enjoying all the fun.  

Summer Events For Golf Cart Rentals

There are many times during the summer when having a golf cart handy can make the day more enjoyable. There is no need to play through the pain when you can just rent a golf cart to save your feet from walking from point A to point B all day long. Here are some great ideas on when to rent a golf cart. 

  • Weddings. If you are planning an outdoor wedding where guests will need to walk, consider renting a golf cart for your guests. Your older family members will appreciate the lift!
     
  • Camping trips. A week at a campground can become painful by day three or four when you are on your feet from morning until night. Rent a cart to scoot you around the campground so you can enjoy your trip.
     
  • Recreation. Golf carts are great for going out trap shooting, to sporting events and yes, even golfing! Make that next day out more relaxing by renting a golf cart to get you around throughout the day. 

Make all your summer events more fun with less pain by renting a golf cart. It is worth the investment to be able to enjoy the day without worrying about feet blisters, swollen knees or tired toddlers!

Posted on behalf of Top Dog Golf Carts, LLC

May
27

Golf Cart Rentals

Posted in Golf Carts

Not everyone owns a personal golf cart, but there are many times that people wish that they did. Camping trips are popular for needing an easy method of travel along paths where normal vehicles are not allowed and where walking takes a great deal of effort. Activities such as large family reunions, graduations, weddings, and parties are also popular for needing an easy method of travel for those with handicap disabilities, injuries, or for the elderly where walking is not easy. Golf cart rentals are becoming highly popular for all of these activities and more. 

Many companies today provide golf carts for rent. Some companies offer golf cart rentals strictly for large venues where shuttles are needed to help people get from the parking lot to the arena. Some companies specialize in providing long term golf cart rentals to families who are taking an extended vacation. And many companies are providing both to clients to meet their needs. 

There are different types of golf carts for people to choose from. There are golf carts strictly for residential use on paved roads and sidewalks. There are utility vehicles used for off road events. These golf carts are equipped with special tires making it easy to travel the terrain of being off paved surfaces. And there are golf carts made to carry multiple numbers of people so that groups can travel together. Finding a company that offers golf cart rentals is relatively easy with the use of the Internet. Call around to find one that offers the type of vehicle needed, and get out and have some fun!

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

May
27

Customized Golf Carts

Posted in Golf Carts

Golf carts are not strictly used on golf courses these days. Many families have golf carts to help them take all of their gear to the neighborhood pool or park without having to load up the van or SUV. Many older adults use them to travel between neighbors’ houses as it provides an easier and quicker means of transportation than their feet allow. The breeze in the air and the ease of accessibility for getting in and out makes golf carts a popular choice among many people and families. 

Sometimes, though, just a regular ol’ golf cart won’t do. Custom golf carts can be designed and manufactured to meet customers’ needs and desires. From simple refurbishments to custom built golf carts, nothing is impossible when you have the money to spend. 

Many people like to have a golf cart customized to look like an old fashioned automobile with custom headlights and frame. Some people want to equip their golf carts with off road tires, rear view mirrors, speed chips, safety features, and more. These days almost anything is possible when it comes to customized golf carts. Colors vary from pastel to neon; logos and custom art decorate golf carts to make them unique. 

Trained technicians are available to make all types of customizations on all makes and models of golf carts. If you have a golf cart and you are interested in making it more unique, start looking around for ideas of how to “supe up” your ride.

Posted on behalf of Top Dog Golf Carts

Apr
8

Customized Golf Carts

Posted in Golf Carts

Not every golf cart needs to look the same, when it easy to have any golf cart customized to meet both your needs and your personality.  There are a number of customized safety, performance and cosmetic available for all models of gas or electric golf carts, including those manufactured by Yamaha, E-Z-Go and Club Car.  These custom features and upgrades are affordable and in most cases can be completed quickly by a qualified technician experienced in working on these vehicles. 

One of the most popular safety customization projects available is the installation of various products to make the golf cart street legal, as well as safe to operate on roads.  These products include such things as mirrors, turn signals and seat belts.  In addition, some customers, especially those with children, want speed chips installed in the cart to limit the speed of the cart. 

There are a number of customized performance options available as well including large 10” tires, off road tires and lift kits.  Often owners who want to be able to use their custom golf carts in more rugged terrain select these customized options.  The large wheels and lift kits provide additional ground clearance, while the of road tires increase traction in off road conditions. 

A custom paint job is one of the most popular of all custom cosmetic options available for golf cars.  The cart can be painted in a wide variety of colors and finishes, in addition, car like features such as fenders can be fabricated as well.    Another option is to have the seats of the cart recovered with a variety of different fabrics and leathers.  

The only thing that limits the available custom features on a golf cart is the owner’s imagination!

Posted on behalf of Top Dog Golf Carts

Apr
8

Street Legal Golf Carts

Posted in Golf Carts

As the cost of gasoline continues to increase, many people are finding golf carts a viable means of in town transportation, where allowed by local traffic laws.  Many states across the United States have passed laws to permit and regulate the use of low speed vehicles, which how golf carts are classified, on public roads.  In general, these laws regulate these vehicles by defining the type of roads they may be used on, the required equipment and the requirements of the driver. 

Typically, the states where golf carts or low speed vehicles are allowed, limit their operation to streets and roads where the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour or less.  In general, these laws will allow a road with a higher posted speed limit to be crossed, as long as the low speed vehicle is only crossing thru an intersection. 

Most laws also dictate the required equipment for the golf cart to be equipped with to legally operate on the street.  Typically equipment includes headlights, stop lamps, turn signal lamps, tail lamps, reflex reflectors, parking brakes, rear view mirrors, windshields, seat belts and vehicle identification numbers. 

Most jurisdictions require that the operator of the low speed vehicle have a valid driver’s license, with the license being in their possession at all times when the vehicle is being operated.  In addition, the low speed vehicle will more than likely need to be registered and insured as well. 

Each state is different, so it is advisable to look the individual requirements of each state and city, prior to committing to a low speed vehicle.  Low speed vehicles are an affordable and viable option for many people who really do not need a car for a majority of their travels.

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

Apr
8

Specialty Vehicles for Farm Use

Posted in Golf Carts

Today more and more people are choosing working small and large farms around the United States.  These farms are producing a variety of organic and non-organic food items including fruits, vegetables, daily products and various meat products.  While often farmers will utilize a large tractor for many farm functions, many farmers are seeing specialty carts as a viable and economical option for many farm functions.  In addition to the reduced operating costs, farmers find these specialty golf carts affordable and much more convenient to operate in and around barns and livestock areas. 

Typically these specialty carts are two-wheel drive and are powered with a traditional gas engine. These specialty vehicles are built around an extremely strong frame and offer high ground clearance as well as off road tires.  In addition to being able to carry two workers, many of these carts are equipped with a lightweight, yet strong, polyethylene dump bed, which allows a variety of items to be hauled around the property.  The items that the can be hauled include dirt, sand, hay, fertilizer, feed, water and produce. 

Depending upon the manufacturer, standard features include hydraulic shock absorbers, a front brush guard, rear hitch receiver and a horn.  Optional features allow the vehicle to be fully customizable depending upon the user’s needs.  Available options include optional wheels and tires, turn signals with 4-way flashers, differential guard, rear view mirrors, taillights, weather enclosure, hard cab, power dump bed, limited slip differential, floor mounted gun rack, aluminum bed, roof and windshield and a front basket.  

Many farmers are finding specialty farm vehicles to be extremely useful, while positively impacting the farm’s bottom line as a result of reduced operating costs!

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

Apr
8

Specialty Carts for Hunting

Posted in Golf Carts

Hunters love being outdoors and while most enjoy walking, often the logistics of getting into and out of the field is difficult, especially when dragging goose decoys into the field or harvested game out of the field.  Anyone that has ever dragged a hundred good decoys into the field or dragged a deer out of the woods will appreciate that this is really hard work! 

Off-Road specialty carts are an excellent alternate for those hunters desiring to get into the field further and deeper, while having the ability to easily being able to get game out of the field quickly.  In addition, those hunters with physical challenges, which prevent them from walking great distances, will appreciate a specialty cart designed for hunters. 

Specialty arts for hunters are available with a variety of power sources including traditional gasoline powered engines, as well as diesel and electrical powered engines.  While the engine type is important, what really separates specialty carts from traditional golf carts is the strong construction, increased ground clearance, off road tires and the available racks, which allow gun cases, decoy bags and game to be secured to the vehicle. 

Off road travel is tough on vehicles and a specialty golf cart will have a beefed up frame and suspension to be able to withstand off road travel, while keeping the occupants comfortable a all times.  The increased ground clearance allows the vehicle to easy hand obstacles in its path, including downed tree branches and rocks.  One of the greatest things about specialty carts is the front and rear racks available, which allow bags of decoys to be transported into the field and harvested game to be transported out of the field.  This reduces the workload on the hunter allowing more time to hunt!

Jan
29

Rent A Golf Cart For Your Next Event

Posted in Golf Carts

Many planned events can take place on large properties, which can be difficult for many people to access or navigate. Older persons, those with disabilities and even small children may have trouble hiking down the sand dunes to a wedding on the beach or a half mile into a large park. When planning your next big event, consider renting golf carts to make it easier for all your guests to enjoy the festivities! 

Events For Rented Golf Carts

There are many times when having a quick transport device could be useful, especially if you’re hosting a large event. Golf carts can be used to shuttle people as well as supplies, luggage and other items from one area to another. Some ideas for when renting a golf cart may be practical include: 

  • Weddings. Destination weddings are very popular, except when guests need to make a long trek to the actual place of the ceremony. Golf cart rentals can help make sure that grandma and grandpa don’t need to hike too far in order to enjoy the event.
     
  • Special events. Many community or special events can and often are held outside, like festivals, carnivals and even marathons. Rent a golf or utility cart to give those who are not able to walk long distances a way to enjoy the entire event. They can also be convenient for support and event staff, allowing them to navigate the property quickly and efficiently.
     
  • Parties. All types of parties can use golf carts when the venue is large, such as at a fairgrounds or park. For the next big family reunion, anniversary celebration or special birthday party, rent a golf cart so everyone can have fun. 

For your next big event, add renting a golf cart or two into the budget for the event. People will appreciate your thoughtfulness to consider the special needs of your guests.

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

Jan
29

Golf Carts Can Make The Perfect Gift

Posted in Golf Carts

Looking for a gift for the person who has everything? Consider buying a new or used golf cart for that hard-to-shop-for person. While it may be the perfect gift for a golfer, it can also be a great gift for many other people as well. Golf carts can be used in a wide variety of settings, from taking in the great outdoors on a nature trail to a personal transport vehicle to drive on the road. When you consider everything they can be used for, there are many people that would love to get a golf cart as a gift. 

Uses For Golf Carts

Golf carts can come in a wide variety of types, sizes and options. Small carts can carry two people, while larger varieties can carry six or more. The uses for these small gas or electric vehicles is expansive, which is why they make such great gifts. 

  • Disabled persons. Those who are disabled or have limited mobility are often great candidates for a golf cart. They can use it to drive around their personal property, take on nature trails or even take with them on vacation.
     
  • Retirement communities. Many aging citizens live in assisted living or retirement communities, which usually feature communal areas for socialization located across fairly expansive properties. Give them the freedom to get to all the different buildings in the complex with a golf cart.
     
  • Golfers! Yes, this is a great gift for the golfer. No more renting a cart at the course. They can show up in style with their own golf cart in tow, and have the freedom of owning their vehicle. 

You can order golf carts with custom options, and can even get street legal kits added so they can be driven on low-traffic roads. If you have been looking for the ultimate gift for the next birthday or holiday, a golf cart just may fit the bill.

Posted on behalf of Action Specialty Carts

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