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How do you move HEAVY speakers with sharp spikes without lifting?

I have large (175 pounds each) speakers with sharp spikes placed on carpet. I would like to be able to move them a few feet by myself to tweak their positions but lifting them is obviously not an option (I can't even lift half their weight).

I currently use a convoluted method involving tilting them over about 30 degrees, slide a board under spikes on one side, and then repeat on the other side. The speakers almost toppled over the other day which would damage them.

I'm aware there are non-spike alternatives but do not have the money to spend on these options. Any clever moving methods out there? 

Thanks!
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ozzy
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I use an air bladder bought from Amazon that I pump up (squeeze bulb) to lift a corner, then either remove the spike and put furniture sliders underneath or install the Herbies gliders under the spike.

For heavier speakers and alot of moving I would remove the spikes and use the furniture gliders until you find the spot and reinstall the spikes again with lifting them up with the air bladder.

You will need to lift all for corners separately with the air bladder, but it works very well.

ozzy

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