Is is necessary to use the bow and stern lines?
1950054
I have done without on short runs with no problems. In very windy conditions I would still use them to reduce stress on your roof rack.
1950055
We did not use them on a long trip. The kayaks did move and required tightening and adjusting when we stopped due to the high winds. On short trips I have not had a problem without using the lines
1950056
No. I'm sure it depends on the boats being hauled, but I carried my two whitewater kayaks on a 9-hour trip with no bow or stern lines and they didn't budge. Longer kayaks - maybe.
1950057
I haven't used them and haven't had any problems. As long as the other straps are tight.
1950058
Jennifer. I did not use bow or stern lines. I drove from Az to Pa without incident. 2250 miles. Nightly I checked to be certain all lines were tight. I hauled 2 45lb 13ft. Easily. Good product.
695744
For both. The smallest rectangular piece you will need between captain's chair if you have the Limited. If you have a bench second row, you will not need it. Hope this helps.
551808
Yes, on the transom or just about anywhere that you can get the edge of the boat inside the clamp. Really works good when mounted near the bow of the boat. Makes the boat more manuverable.
657596
if your vessel is less than 12 meters u can use it with your port and starboard running lights instead of a stern and steaming light(masthead light)designating a vessel under power. Its in coloregs 72 rules of the road. Turn off the bow running lights and you are a vessel at anchor.the other comments are correct it's mislabeled. just noticed it says mast light not masthead.
1764744
Yes . Can be used either hand Just depends on which way you load the line on.Drag does not matter as it is central and there is no adjustment.
1284924
They may be required by law in some areas for safety reasons. In my application I have found I need the bow tie down. My 4Runner's cross bars set at maximum distance from each other are still pretty close. Consequently, unless I apply undue pressure to the straps, the kayak is going to shift, especially with crosswinds at highway speeds.
65995
Hello, Yes all the spear guns we sell come ready to go hunting with spear gun, shaft and line and standard tip. Please advise if you need anything else we would be happy to help. Thanks, Bill
2169892
If you have 5 separate lines I would ASSUME you would need 5. We only had one line with a wheel at both ends. So this device ties the two ends together. So if you have more then two ends (one piece of rope) you would need more.
899005
no. especially on the smaller models. it's a must have using fishfinder and down riggers while trolling deep sea. hope this helps.
2242310
You would not use both. You would use one set or the other. It changes the flight performance characteristics.
1394600
It's not necessary to have really high lb line the thicker the line the harder to cast ,plus the visibility issue ,I will typically use for the size of fish your aiming to catch ,6lb breaking strain , but you must remember to set your drag so if you catch a bigger fish you will give line before you break off,I find it's more fun on lighter line and teaches you to be patient rather than just dragging the fish in on heavy tackle ,hope this helps :-)
2201741
IF your console allows...flush mount is much cleaner and 'out of the way'! Bow mout is only advantageous while on the trolling motor...this GPS unit is better suited for the operator while under way. In my environment-saltwater...idiotic!!! Get a less expensive unit for bow mount unless you can afford two 898ci HD SI! John Castelluccio, Jr.
1500619
The installation manual does recommend bow and stern lines as a safety precaution.
1598607
In time you can see the general position where the lines should be. The control line is always situated closer to the handle. It's good to store one stick that has 2 lines and use that one to compare.
1617492
Yup, one on the stern seat (either side) one on the middle and one on the bow seat. I love my boat, had it for over 10 years and use it daily for the last 5 years.
2231998
Yes, you'll need one for each line. They are left on the line and as the line gets slack, you can tighten again.
1776538
No line. and that is a good thing. You know line is a personal thing-fisherman's choice.