Re: [Paddlewise] Coaming-mounted towing rigs

I agree with Jom Farrelly --
   Unlike Jim, I've towed many times -- both in training and for real -- 
and have never been bothered by having the line around my waist.  Even 
the rare jolt is very brief, thanks in part to the bungee cord built 
into my tow belt, and never a problem. 
   Like Jim, I'd be concerned about the presence of a tow belt that I 
couldn't get out of in a big hurry.  The waist-mounted belt comes with a 
quick release buckle.  Not only is this a safety factor, but it allows 
for an easy and quick transfer of the load to a relief paddler in 
long-tow situations.

  Bob V


Ralph Heimlich wrote:

> The idea of getting the tow line away from around my waist is very 
> appealing.  Does anyone have any pros and cons of securing the tow 
> around the cocpit coaming as in the rigs at the bottom of this page
> http://www.northwater.com/html/tow_systems.html
>
> Ralph Heimlich
> white and blue Arluk III
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