How to fold a push golf trolley

The three common fold types

Before you fold any trolley

1. 1

   Take the bag off, or at least undo the straps, unless your manual says it can stay on.

2. 2

   Empty the console of anything that might fall or get crushed.

3. 3

   Fold down or remove the umbrella holder and any tall accessories.

4. 4

   Set the parking brake so the trolley does not roll while you fold.

5. 5

   Stand behind the handle with the trolley on level ground.

One-button and one-click folds

These are the quickest. On many designs, you press a button or pull a lever on the handle and the frame collapses, often with the wheels folding in together. The Qwik-Fold listing describes opening and folding in one second, and the Caddytek CaddyLite listing describes a patented one-click design that folds the trolley automatically to 16 x 14 x 21 inches.

1. 1

   Find the release button or lever, usually on or just below the handle.

2. 2

   Press it and guide the handle down and forward as the frame collapses.

3. 3

   Let the wheels fold in; do not force them.

4. 4

   Engage any locking clip that holds the folded shape.

Two-step folds

Two-step trolleys fold the handle section first and then the front leg or wheel section. The Motocaddy Z1 listing describes a simple two-step folding system; the YMDXONE listing describes a 2-step fold with no parts to remove.

1. 1

   Release the handle catch and fold the handle down onto the frame.

2. 2

   Release the second catch, often near the front wheel or the base of the frame.

3. 3

   Fold the front leg back towards the rear wheels.

4. 4

   Secure the folded trolley with its clip or strap.

Compact multi-fold designs

Compact designs fold in several directions to make a small cube. Clicgear's 8.0+ listing describes a patented 4 x Fold system with a V-Slide to close and a foot guard for easy closing. These take a few extra seconds, but once learned they become automatic. If your trolley has quick release wheels, removing them can make the folded shape smaller still.

Note:Keep fingers clear of hinges and sliding joints while folding and unfolding. Folding frames can pinch; guide them by the handle rather than the joints.

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Common mistakes

If a trolley that used to fold smoothly becomes stiff, clean the joints and let them dry. A little suitable lubricant, as the maker advises, can help. Our brake troubleshooting guide covers related maintenance.

• Forgetting to release the brake when unfolding, then forcing the wheels.
• Leaving the umbrella holder up, which stops the frame closing.
• Releasing catches in the wrong order.
• Folding with mud or grit in the joints, which makes them stiff.
• Forcing a stuck joint instead of checking for an unreleased catch.

Storing a folded trolley

Once folded, store the trolley somewhere dry. Leaving it wet and muddy in a car boot or shed lets grit set in the joints and can stiffen catches and brakes. If it has been raining, unfold it at home to let it dry, then fold it again for storage. Hanging it on a wall hook or standing it upright in a corner saves space in a garage. A cover or storage bag, which some trolleys include, keeps dust off.

Unfolding again

Unfolding is usually the reverse: release the folding clip, lift the handle and let the frame extend until each catch clicks. Check every catch is locked before loading the bag, and test the brake. If the trolley wobbles, one catch may not be fully engaged.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to take the bag off to fold a push trolley? On most designs, yes, or at least undo the straps. Check your manual.

Why will my trolley not fold flat? Usually a catch is not released, the umbrella holder is up or mud is jamming a joint.

Which push trolley folds the quickest? One-button designs fold fastest. Listings for the Qwik-Fold and KVV trolleys describe a one second fold.