Re: [Paddlewise] Bow/stern tiedowns

From: alex <al.m_at_3web.net>
Date: Mon, 16 Jun 2003 14:07:04 -0700
> With only one line coming from the
> boat (then splitting into 2) you have the vertical lift problem solved but
you
> are not getting maximum control of horizontal shifting of the boat, such
as
> would be encountered in high winds. Both lines should go all the way to
the
> boat from the bumper.

My understanding is that they are auxilary - just to prevent the boat from
complete flying off the roof.  Lateral shift is effectively blocked by other
means, like 2 pairs of saddles or rollers(they also block vertical shift, so
tie-ups are again auxilary). Of course, there is no such thing as too much
tie-ups (provided they are not damaging the hull).
Alex.

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