IMHO, it's only a fair weather (partial) solution. The dink is likely to catch wind when there is some, and might work itself out, etc. Better to stow it, lash it, or tow it--in that order. Another possibility that we've discussed here alot is the Porta Bote.Have wrestled with this and found this sling to be a low cost but effective way to handle the dinghy. Have used it offshore and it is very stable and is better than towing, IMO...
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Boat broker in FL told me about it and I can recommend it. Works great on a 310 with a 7 - 8 ft dinghy.
bob
Interesting. I wonder how it works with a hard dinghy? Any concern with it falling forward onto the transom?The sling is much more stable than it appears because I originally had concerns about it being a fair weather option. It is not, the dinghy is very secure. Only thing I had to do it adapt my stern light so that it accepts a light pole that we would use if needed after dark. Not a big deal at all. Attached are some pictures but I won't be able to get pics from the cockpit until spring when I use it again. Anyway, have been out in rough conditions and no problem. Any other questions let me know.View attachment 118201 View attachment 118203
Thanks for this information and photo's.The sling is much more stable than it appears because I originally had concerns about it being a fair weather option. It is not, the dinghy is very secure. Only thing I had to do it adapt my stern light so that it accepts a light pole that we would use if needed after dark. Not a big deal at all. Attached are some pictures but I won't be able to get pics from the cockpit until spring when I use it again. Anyway, have been out in rough conditions and no problem. Any other questions let me know.View attachment 118201 View attachment 118203