K9 gate on CF Gunwales

[Black_Fly]

This Newish Swift canoe could use a couple eyelets in the bow, constricting ol’ Bogan from putting weight too far forward. I have some eyelets, but don’t want to drill a 3” hole if an anchor will hold a small bolt. Has anyone used a threaded insert in this material? What did or would you do? I’m thinking an aluminum screw-in insert with a good amount of Gflex.

 

[Gamma1214]

I'm unsure of how you'd like to configure the restraint, but couldn't you tie an appropriate length leash to the thwart between you to restrict his forward travel? Tied with a slip knot, it could also release him instantly should that need arise.

Maybe you were thinking of something more akin to a spray cover to keep him back but not tie him in?

 

[Black_Fly]

Yes, just some D-rings with a single strand tied across would suffice. He’s a good boy, mostly. Just gets too far forward sometimes on day trips when the load is light.

 

[Chip]

3/16" hole and a pop rivet? Or for that matter, just the hole, or two holes, and insert the line through the holes and tie it off with a stopper knot.

 

[Black_Fly]

Carbon fiber gunnels.

 

[Gamma1214]

In almost every aspect of life, I tend to lean toward the fastest & easiest way possible to get the desired result. If a short piece of paracord tied to the thwart will do the trick, I wouldn't be drilling holes in anything.

(that said, if you come up with some really cool-looking canine restraining system, I'll eagerly look it over to see how you did it. Crap, I'll even have a beer to celebrate your ingenuity... let us know where you land with it)

 

[Alan Gage]

You could drill holes in the hull and string the cord through that if you're worried about attaching it to the gunwale.

Alan

 

[Black_Fly]

What about glue-on D rings? Small aluminum ones. Similar to a barrier for an air bag.

 

[Bailan]

I've used threaded inserts in canoe materials before, and they work well. An aluminum screw-in insert with Gflex is a solid choice, but glue-on D rings could also be a good alternative if you prefer not to drill.

 

[Johnny 5]

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[elsabeth]

Aluminum inserts are a good choice as they are strong and lightweight. Stainless steel is another option if corrosion resistance is a concern, but it might be overkill for small applications.