Re: [Paddlewise] Group Paddling - A warning

From: Dave Kruger <dkruger_at_pacifier.com>
Date: Wed, 07 Apr 1999 16:06:26 -0700
Jack Martin wrote:

> Interesting scenario, Debbie.
> 
> At the Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium last summer, I learned
> a very effective tow technique for situations like the one you've
> described.  [snip]  It's called a contact tow,
> and I believe it was described very well in a recent Sea Kayaker ---
> dunno the issue --- article on towing techniques.
> 
> Essentially, you lash your (the towing) kayak to the towee's with a
> nominal three foot length of three or four mm climbing line
> terminated in two Wichart (or equivalent) stainless steel snap clips.

New one on me, Joq -- what is a Wichart clip -- is this like a carabiner? 
Does it have quick-release capability?

Thanks.
-- 
Dave Kruger

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