Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Storage for paddles

Posted by Dogface on 06/25/09 - 6:24 AM
#1

I have two old canoe paddles I carry just for emergency. I'd like to hang them s omehow onto the side rails or even the inner side of the hull if I could find the right source for such hangers. Oh, this is on a 150 Montauk

Any tips on this ?

Thanks in advance...
Mark

Posted by theo on 06/25/09 - 8:24 AM
#2

You could hang a couple of Schedule 40 pvc tubes on your rails or mount them to the inside of the gunwhales.

Posted by Dogface on 06/25/09 - 11:15 AM
#3

Actually I'm looking for some of those hard rubber 'clip like things' that presently hold the anchoring light to the side of the hull. I think, if mounted correctly, they'll hold a paddle. Searched a lot of boating supply sites but not found them yet.

Mark

Posted by theo on 06/25/09 - 12:38 PM
#4

Check out the Quick Fist clamps:

http://www.endroad.com/page/page/6692...669246.htm

I've got a few of these to hold a shovel and Pulaski in my LandCruiser. Plenty tough enough for a boat paddle. :)

Posted by Key-z on 06/25/09 - 5:32 PM
#5

I have a 13' boston whaler and I attached the oars under the seats using the white rubber grips. You can also use the stainless steel type. Works like a charm.

Key-z

Posted by MW on 06/25/09 - 11:53 PM
#6

Not sure about the "150" series, I have the "Classic" Sport 15, and two 4' canoe paddle's will "lock in" behind the side rail's if you "Invert" them together, I too explored the "Clip's", and the paddles take up less room this way, and are easier to get to quickly when you are up on the "Tidal Flat's".

Posted by Paulsv on 06/26/09 - 7:52 AM
#7

I keep a paddle on my 76 Montauk. It wedges nicely behind and between two of the rail stanchions.

Posted by Dogface on 06/27/09 - 6:55 AM
#8

I ended up ordering a set of rod holders that look as if they may do the job. If not the Quick Fist clamps appear perfect for the job. I tried mounting on the rails but it looked as if they may interfere with the bimini top supports.

Thanks to all...

Mark