Paddle leash

Advice
#1

I was wanting to know some suggestions on where to bolt a hook or somthing simular to attach my paddle leash?

#2

What boat? NM

#3

if you have
bungee’s on yer fore dec that would word , you could even tie it off on the life line end --which side is yer choice . On occassion I have used one , a 4-5’ lenght o line , tie a bowline round yer paddle shaft small enough so it will NOT pass over the paddle , secure to boat . Some folks like the ones that secure to your wrist . Thats all I have to say , hope it helps . M

#4

paddles
boat is a perception sundance 9.5 ft.

#5

How about the front deck bungee?

– Last Updated: May-21-05 5:47 PM EST –

My paddle leash has a clip that works very well on the bungees.

#6

What I did
When I had my paddle leashed to my old boat I made a nice stap to hold the paddle out of strapping and velcro and a “D” ring. then just tied it it with a length of line to the bungees. I took up the extra in a sheep shank while in the boat. then when I had to pull ashore for what ever reason (mostly to answer a call) I would pull up close to shore, and throw the paddle into the trees and shrubs. it worked out pretty well. and with the extra long line I was using, I woudln’t normally have to actually tie it.



well anyways, yea, the bungees work well.



Liveoutside

#7

You have two “built-in” attachments…

– Last Updated: May-22-05 10:24 AM EST –

...they're called "wrists". If you really feel the need for a paddle leash, there are simple wrist leashes available (and it's easy to make one if need be) that are safer and quieter than leashes that attach to the boat.

http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?memberId=12500226&productId=10261

#8

Some folks use paddle leashes
to stay attached to the boat.



It may not be the “correct” answer for a rec boat like the questioner has, but paddle leashes attached to the boat are considered OK by a number of boaters in a many situations.

#9

SOTs
It’s very hard to keep a hold on a sit-on-top when you capsize because you simply fall off and don’t have time for a proper “wet exit” with a firm grip on boat and paddle. For SOTs the leash should be attached to the kayak.

#10

The Sundance is not an SOT…
…though the cockpit is large enough that it’s pretty close. :wink: