Dinghy straps/tie-downs

[Blown284]

Just curious if anyone here uses anything special to tie down their dinghy to the chocks? Ratcheting straps? Have a specific brand? I know the cheap ones will def rust... just trying to get some options.

Thanks,
Tim

 

[Blueone]

Look at my post on here H20

here it is ...good quality all stainless https://powertye.com/store/stainles...chet-tie-downs-medium-carabiner-hooks-single/

 

[CLC3]

These are the dinghy straps I use:

Keeper (07508) Koastal 8' x 1" Stainless Steel Ratchet Tie Down, (Pack of 2)
Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P91KLY0/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_QCY4GYDFQHQFE4E1S83F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The ones I had before rusted out quickly despite being pitched as “marine grade” - they weren’t. The ones above are stainless and have stood up well for over 6-months with the dinghy on my 370 DA. I just bought them again for the about to arrive dinghy for the 480.

 

[superwa]

I got these ones that come with the keepers on the hooks. No more losing them overboard. POWERSPORT RATCHET STRAP S-HOOK W/KEEPER https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B078JVD...abc_BWRC1SWS485KY3V3VVY7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[tc410]

Order these from UMT Marine. They are the best. You’ll need measurements as they are custom made to your dimensions:

 

[Henry Boyd]

We have the Hurley straps that came with the H3O Davit the previous owner bought about ten years ago. Other than the white straps are dirty, they are in perfect condition. I guess that qualifies as a decent endorsement.

 

[All's Well]

We have the Hurley straps that came with the H3O Davit the previous owner bought about ten years ago. Other than the white straps are dirty, they are in perfect condition. I guess that qualifies as a decent endorsement.

I just bought the Hurley straps as the others that I had tried (being advertised as stainless) left rust spots scattered about on the swim platform. The Hurleys look less complex and seem to do a good job.

 

[Havana Shamrock]

DO NOT strap the dinghy to the chocks the chocks are to keep the dinghy off the deck you have to tie it down to the “D” rings.
You need to look at the WLL working load limit of the hook,carribiner whatever is on the end that is your weak link I’ve seen hooks open up in rough seas and my buddy’s brand new AB fell into the ocean along with the chocks.

I buy my SS ratchet straps here: https://www.uscargocontrol.com/carribiner with locks works well

 

[FootballFan]

Order these from UMT Marine. They are the best. You’ll need measurements as they are custom made to your dimensions:

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Mine are similar to this. Work very well.

 

[Jeremygavin]

I made my own with snap shackles and SS turnbuckles. Similar to the UMT ones but no cables. I didn’t need the length. They allow me to detach the dingy very quickly in an emergency

 

[Great Lakes]

I made my own with snap shackles and SS turnbuckles. Similar to the UMT ones but no cables. I didn’t need the length. They allow me to detach the dingy very quickly in an emergency

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I like how clean and functional these are. Now you have the squirrel turning the wheel...

 

[FootballFan]

I made my own with snap shackles and SS turnbuckles. Similar to the UMT ones but no cables. I didn’t need the length. They allow me to detach the dingy very quickly in an emergency

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I have the same snap shackles, had them on my previous boat.

Just my thought, is that ring where the pull cord is tied the original that came with the shackles? If so, is there any consideration on changing it to something more substantial. Over time it will degrade (yes, inexpensive stainless can do that). Couple with the fact that if the shackle has a load on it, might not pull so easy.

I love the snap shackles, I just don't consider them for emergency use.

 

[MonacoMike]

Just curious if anyone here uses anything special to tie down their dinghy to the chocks? Ratcheting straps? Have a specific brand? I know the cheap ones will def rust... just trying to get some options.

Thanks,
Tim

http://clubsearay.com/index.php?thr...ate-this-dinghy-tie-down-for-1-4-price.92235/

I duplicated the Hurley setup cheap. Quality was excellent.

 

[Jeremygavin]

I have the same snap shackles, had them on my previous boat.

Just my thought, is that ring where the pull cord is tied the original that came with the shackles? If so, is there any consideration on changing it to something more substantial. Over time it will degrade (yes, inexpensive stainless can do that). Couple with the fact that if the shackle has a load on it, might not pull so easy.

I love the snap shackles, I just don't consider them for emergency use.

Mine only have 2 seasons on them and I cleaned them up this winter and the rings still seem strong. I am not sure how much more substantial I can go given the small hole they have to go through in the snap shackle.
For the way we are using the boat I am not too far off shore and we don’t need to go if they weather is too bad so I am comfortable with the set up for how I am using it. I agree when I start making longer trips that might Put me in a situation where I get caught in something really nasty I will buy a life raft as my emergency plan.

 

[Havana Shamrock]

Jeremy my only criticism is the angle of the strap it’s pulling the dinghy towards the other straps it seems. the proper way to secure a load is to have the straps fight each other they should be pulling in opposite directions.
Really there should be 2 cross crossed on the bow pulling in each direction and 2 at the stern also cross crossed all pulling in 4 directions front/back/left/right .
I’ve transported many many very large and heavy pieces on tractor trailers through the 5 Boroughs and learned this from a crane transport co. This is how I set up my dinghy straps and has never budged an inch in any conditions.