Googling shopping trolleys - I'm doomed, aren't I?

[vivalafrida]

In the spirit of getting fitter I'm trying to use my car less...but the supermarket is just that bit too far away for me to carry heavy bags without ending up with arms like Mr Tickle.

I found myself idly wondering about whether I should get a wheeled shopping trolley like the one my mum used to have...does this mean the end is nigh?

I've already bought a selection of massive pants this week...is there any way I can style this out, or do I just have to accept that middle age has won?

They're just such a great idea...can they be rehabilitated and made funky? I never see anyone under the age of about 70 using one and I just can't think why!

I have one of these trolleys:
m.clasohlson.com/uk/48-Litre-Shopping-Trolley-/31-4432
It's not at all old ladyish, had loads of room and the bottom can fold so it takes up less space when not in use.

I used one for years. You can get some really nice shopping trolleys. Though make sure they're good quality, my last one the wheels came off walking home!

Ooh, thanks for the link!

Yes, I was concerned that the ones on Amazon look a bit flimsy. I always buy too much so it needs to be sturdy.

I love those ones linked above. Very funky handle!

Ah, after googling I can see they're now being called 'drag bags'

I did manage to get 2 boxes of Bulmers in the trolley (plus some other bits and pieces) and it was sturdy enough for that, though I wouldn't have tried to lift it into the bus when it is that heavy...

A number of my friends who are teachers have shopping trolleys to carry books home for marking, as they live locally to the school and don't want to drive. You can get stylish ones now.

Have to say I miss having a pushchair to load things in when shopping locally without the car (DS is now 13) and have considered getting a shopping trolley.

My DM has just bought her first one, hers has got a seat too, but that might be a step too far!

I would really love one, it would save my back/shoulders, I could fill it with fruit & veg from the village, it's enivironmentally friendly...but......nope I just can't bring myself to do it.

I'm mid-40's, it's bad enough that I have to wear comfy shoes to ease my bunion pain. I can't walk about in my comfy shoes pulling a shopping trolley, I just can't.

Get a 6 wheeler much more stable than the others as it doesn't flip over on you when going up steps and takes less effort to pull up.

like this

Go on, CherryPlum, do it! We'll lead the vanguard to make 'em cool again!

I just ordered this one

That's it.

Allotment
Big knickers
Shopping trolley

The checklist is complete!

I've bought cheap ones for festivals every year. They are the perfect way to lug heavy things to a campsite. If I didn't have a buggy to load up I'd definitely get one for day to day use!

Festival trollies!

The perfect rebrand!

Maybe if I procure some festival wristbands and decorate my trolley with band stickers I might look a bit less tragic..?

I have this one, with metal Rock studs on the top. Rolser trollies are made in Spain, and it is cheaper to buy them direct from the company. It is Free shipping, and they arrive in days. Sod what anyone else thinks. It may seem expensive, but I have had mine for over 5 years. The four wheel models are ace, you can push them as well as pull them. They fold flat, and have a built in hook to hang them on top of the supermarket trolley! am always having people ask where I bought it Funky Trolley

Ooh, yours is cool, Buxton

Rock Star Trolley
Mine is cheaper from Amazon at the moment - £77

I cant post a link right now but i have bought both pack flat type that Lakeland sell take up very little space when they are not in use.
They hold a fair bit although not as much as the traditional type trolleys

Not a trolley but we’ve just bought an elephant bike for supermarket trips.

www.cycleofgood.com/elephant-bike/

I found one in my student flat beginning of this year, absolute lifesaver! (Only 21) I think they’re underrated

Ah here we go ,
www.lakeland.co.uk/23844/Smart-Cart-Waterproof-Storage-on-Wheels-Red-30L?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYASABEgLXEPD_BwE&src=gfeed&efid=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYASABEgLXEPD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!49!3!246750933572!!!g!45849703691!&ev_chn=shop&ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYASABEgLXEPD_BwE:G:s

and
www.lakeland.co.uk/22358/The-Funky-Trundle-Wheeled-Trolley?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYAyABEgJxEfD_BwE&src=gfeed&efid=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYAyABEgJxEfD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!49!3!338362520357!!!g!297298401561!&ev_chn=shop&ef_id=EAIaIQobChMI7s-AzMiF4wIViLPtCh1hPQgAEAQYAyABEgJxEfD_BwE:G:s

why do links have to be so long !

The purple and green one is the tougher of the two IMO but has a design flaw , there is no where to put the detachable lid when you are carrying it ( before its full of your goodies ) however I solved this with some self adhesive velcro from Clas ohlson.
www.clasohlson.com/uk/Hook-and-Loop-Sheet/Pr318146000

The red one holds slightly more but has no handles on so it is hard to lift onto the bus .