Re: Best Way To Attach Paddle Leash?

(PeteCresswell) wrote:
> Got a grab line that runs the length of the deck.
> 
> viz: http://tinyurl.com/6z3pxc
> 
> The line runs from a bow eye back to the foot pedal assembly.
> 
> There's a steel ring on the line that is free to slide for and
> aft.
> 
> I want to attach a paddle or calf leash to the ring with the
> least chance of it coming undone when things go south - yet be
> able to attach/detach it with reasonable convenience.
> 
> Opinions as to the best method?
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> - Figure eight knot that jams in the ring?
> 
> - Some sort of bowline?
> 
> - Trigger Snap?
> 
> - Carabiner?
> 
> - Some other sort of shackle?
> 
> -Something else?
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Why not fix it at your feetboard? Is there any advandtage in sliding 
further to the front?

bjorri