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Towing Options – Sling & Carabiner

First and foremost there is an appropriate time to tow and not to tow. If it can be avoided it is best to do so. However YOU may choose to use a tow system to move a boat across a piece of still water. As with all things of this type it is down to the paddlers own assessment on the day and therefore at the paddlers own risk. Choosing the right kind of towing option for the right conditions is critical.

Towing Options

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Pin Kit – Tape Knot

A tape knot is pretty much the only knot to use with lengths of climbing tape to form a loop/sling. Any other knot is prone to more slippage than the tape knot. Dyneema tape should only ever be stitched and should not be knotted.

Start off by tying an overhand knot in one end of the tape. Just make sure that there isn’t any twists in the tape. It’s also good practice to have plenty of spare tape at the free end of the knot to account for any possible slippage. I like to have 10-15cm spare.

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