Re: [Paddlewise] Homebrew Pigtail?

From: Derek <glamourpets_at_yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 08:09:52 -0700 (PDT)
> >I made about three different tow rigs before giving
> in and buying one.  A function issue I have
> encountered with carabiners is that small bit that
> sticks up on the inside of the gate.  It catches
> rope like crazy. Even my store bought North Water
> tow system came with a biner. I removed it after a
> few uses. 

The hook challenge can be overcome.  You need to
select a caribeener without a hook shaped gate.  MEC
sells a variety of these.  With the hook gone, the
catching issue should also be gone.

Derek

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