G. Tamindijza
2025-08-27 17:06:56
Before this creeper, I had 2 other ones, a big box store one and a $140 SnapOn basic creeper. Both of those had issues with rolling and kneeling on them, so I decided to give this one a try, after talking to a few guys and calling Traxion directly to ask about a few details.First of all, I am 6'2", 235lb, and even with my weight fully on it, it rolls unbelievably smooth and easy. Wheels go over small stuff, grime, cardboard, small hoses and pipes and occasional pebbles on the shop floor. Wheels do have a ball bearing on top (swivel) and a sleeve bearing for the axle, and are big comparing to other standard creepers.Frame is a perimeter type, with one big oval underneath the pad with no cross beams. It is sturdy, back is made out of plywood not particle board, and 4 arms with wheels are welded to the frame. I did not notice any issues with the paint as the previous reviewer mentioned, in fact, it appears to be a very nice finish - it withstood rolling over plastic and sheet metal scrap with no scratches that went all the way through to the steel. I guess only time will tell how well paint lasts, but to me, it looks very well and durable.Pad itself is the more comfortable than my previous 2 creepers. If you spend any significant time on your back on the creeper, you will appreciate a nice cushion that padded creepers provide. My first plastic creeper was way to "pointy", with all kinds of pressure points from clothing and tools that got caught underneath my back. SnapOn creeper was better in this regard, but I think this Traxion pad is even better. I just spent about 4.5 hours on it, and I do not feel a single point that hurts. It is also fairly wide, so rolling onto your side is not a problem and you will not end up on the side rails.But aside from all this, I think the biggest advantage of this creeper, for me, is the absence of side rails. Side rails on creepers add rigidity that is necessary for support, but also prevent you from kneeling or sitting on the creeper comfortably. Quite frequently my shins would get bruised from banging against the rails, and my thighs would get numb from sitting on the creeper with rails. Traxion creeper does not have rails at all, and thanx to this open design, when kneeling and sitting on it I have no issues at all. This is something that was very important for me, although I do understand other people that prefer rails for support when rolling around. I just think that because of my weight and size, I do not really roll off the pad that easily, so this side support is not something I need. Quite the opposite, I do not want it, so that I can use the creeper as a kneel board or a shallow seat.I also did not experience issues with my legs getting caught or rubbing against the wheels or arms. Maybe this is due to my longer legs that arch above the arms with wheels, but I can not be sure. Compared to my first creeper which was a dog-bone like, overhead reach and leg comfort are superior, with no problems extending arms above my head to reach stuff and no issues when rolling my head around looking for tools or bolts on the floor.The top surface of the creeper, when measured at the lowest point, is 4.75 inches from the ground, with bottom frame being just around 1 inch from the ground. For comparison, my Snappy creeper sits at 1 inch from the ground, with top surface at 4 inches from the ground. Width of the SnapOn creeper is 17.25 inches, where this one is at 19 inches.Overall, I think this is excellent creeper, and is certainly the best one I owned.
JKH
2025-07-22 13:02:02
I'm going to start off by qualifying myself to lend credibility to my review. I just turned 65 years old and I've been a shade tree mechanic ever since I got my first car. I'm also a certified, licensed Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic & Inspector on Airplanes and Helicoptors. Now, of all the creepers I've owned over the years, this is hands down the best one I've ever owned. It's the first one I've had that I could sit on the very end of it and not have it tip up or roll away from me.Most of them are difficult for an old man to get off as they want to flip up or roll away. The platform on this fits my body very well. I'm 6'2" and I weigh 250 pounds. The larger than average wheels don't get in the way at all and they roll across the garage floor with ease. Now that I've got this and know how good it is, I personally think it's worth over $100. Some reviews say the wheels are too big to go under their car. If you stop for a second and think about it, your body is higher than any wheels on any creeper when you lay down on it, so how could the wheels be to high if your body slides under the vehicle? I've rated this a five but I'd give it a a ten if I could. I JUST LOVE IT! Jim Honeycutt
CMA Major Rocketman
2025-06-28 12:27:31
I'm a big guy, this creeper holds my weight without complaint and my hard use every day.. I own three of them for my service trucks. I had only two things I suggest to make it perfect. First, I work on rough ground and the casters it comes with are inadequate and struggle on rough ground.. I had two fail and were replaced without question by the manufacturer bravo customer service! It happened again so to solve this weakness perminenetly I have since purchased four heavy duty casters and installed them.. This creeper is perfect in function.. Only has one more issue... My creeper stays on top of a service truck upside down exposed to the elements. The bottom is covered only by some black mesh cloth from the factory and when it rains the creeper fills with water... literally all the foam padding and vinyl fill with water and have to be drained... takes days to dry.. To solve this little problem I covered the back with some black vinyl and a staple gun. Problem solved.... Take it from a big guy that inspects Semitrailers for a living.. I have never found a better more durable creeper for rough ground and I love it.. If they come out with a version with Heavy duty casters and weather proof back ill be there first in line to buy another one!
Enahs
2025-06-16 11:53:45
Comfortable creeper, the plastic casters are noisy and not that great I’ve upgraded to these Soft Rubber Swivel Threaded Stem Caster Set of 4 w/5" x 1.25" Black Wheels and 1/2" Stems - Includes 4 Swivel - 1100 lbs Total Capacity - Service Caster Brand, they have grease fittings, now it’s perfect.