Bending Branches Angler Ace and Cart for XFactor Questions/Misc Rigging Thoughts

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So like you might've read in another post, I just ordered a XFactor and I've been trying to settle on a paddle for the yak. I'd like a good paddle, but would like to stay between $150-200. The bending branches angler ace seems like the best carbon paddle in this price range right at $200. Are there any others I might want to think about in this price range? I will probably go with a 240cm model.

I would also like to get a cart that's suitable for beach launches. Not really looking to spend a pretty penny on the cart since I think I'll be able to unload the yak right by the water most of the time at LJ where I think I'll probably do 95% of my BTB fishing for the forseeable future. Any of you place a premium on having collapsible carts so you can stow that into the hatch of the xfactor, or do you usually just strap it onto the back of the yak when needed?

I'm still not really sure how I'll strap my rods down and I was wondering if I could stow the rods through the hatch even with the cart in there. Seems like that might be a bit of a clunky mess, especially when on the water and prepping for the surf back to land. Actually, how do most of you with malibu yaks store your rods when doing launches and entries?

The harmony boat cart looks decent enough and it's on sale for $65: http://www.austinkayak.com/products/...Boat-Cart.html

Any reason why I might want to consider going with a different cart? I think I'd like to stay away from the ones that poke through the scupper holes to minimize the risk of damage to the holes. The tires on this cart also look like they'd be decent enough for a short drag through sand.

Any other rigging tips or ideas about the xfactor would be really appreciated. If I haven't said this enough already... getting excited about doing some serious BTB fishing throughout the summer. Thanks!