Attaching tow rope to tinnie?

[Zooter]

Hey All !

Got a 3.3 mtr snyper tinnie,

Just invested in a tube for my young lad for xmas:)

Just wondering what will be the best way to attach it to the boat as it has rear handles on either side,

I have to Y rope with the rope links on each of the 2 ends,

I was thinking looping around and using a little D-shackle to affix it on each side??

Any help would be appreciated :)

[nicko_]

Yeah mate ive got a 3.9 and wakeboard behind it easily. I have the y rope going to the handles either side of the motor and works a charm.
Nick.

[Hornet Rider]

Have a read... http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/showthread.php?t=140080&highlight=towing+people

http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/showthread.php?t=80264&highlight=towing+skiers

[Zooter]

Thanx for those links Hornet but i didnt see any posts with details of exactly i should attach the Y rope to my tinny, like a knot which ive read is a No No, or a D shackle, I understand i can go through the loop on 1 side but what about the other side???

[Hornet Rider]

Thanx for those links Hornet but i didnt see any posts with details of exactly i should attach the Y rope to my tinny, like a knot which ive read is a No No, or a D shackle, I understand i can go through the loop on 1 side but what about the other side???

Sorry Zooter, never towed anyone on a biscuit or plastic toy behind a tinny, so I can't help you there. The reference to the other posts was to help you with those other considerations. I'd also recommend you get a water sports safety helmet for your lad.

cheers, HR

[Zooter]

NP's hornet, Any safety tips is always welcomed :)

Specially when it comes to my kids safety, thanx again!

[gofishin]

...i didnt see any posts with details of exactly i should attach the Y rope to my tinny, like a knot ...

use a 'bowline' to attach the other end.
http://www.tollesburysc.co.uk/Knots/Bowline.htm

I would also use a bridle rig & pulley across the transom to ensure an even pull, and especially while turning. 3.3 is a small tinny - if the tube digs in while turning (and you're not used to towing) might lead to problems i.e. flipping. otherwise just make sure you keep this in mind, & don't turn too sharply.
cheers
PS. the handles on some tinnies are not welded on too well, a pulley will help here too & may save you popping one off.

[Hornet Rider]

NP's hornet, Any safety tips is always welcomed :)

Specially when it comes to my kids safety, thanx again!

Zooter, there is a rig set up example in this post by 'bigtez', similar to the advice from gofishin above.
http://www.ausfish.com.au/vforum/showthread.php?t=134150 Hope it goes well.

cheers, HR

[rowanda]

used to do this all the time when we were kids behind tinnies. Use either a d-shackle or just snap clips. The snap clips just make it easier to get on and off
quickly, but the d-shackles do the same job. Agree you should def have a bridle going between with a pulley, they are only about $20 and will save you heaps of dramas
Rowan

[Zooter]

Thanx for all ya help.

Yes i Have the bridle with the pulley.

I have the D shackles already so ill go with that!

Thanx all for your Help !

Merry Xmas :)