I use a wide nylon strap (2"?) and ratcheting buckle to secure my M15 while towing. I've cut a mountain bike inner tube in two lengths and slipped it over the strap. It seems like it protects the boat and helps keep the strap in place as well. I take a twist in the strap in the span over the cockpit to eliminate any vibration or humming. t Tom Smith & Jane Van Winkle Sandpoint, Idaho M15-345, Chukar -----Original Message----- From: Randy Watkins [mailto:watkins@odpemail.tamu.edu] Sent: Tuesday, May 20, 2003 7:16 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: Re: M_Boats: Long distance towing Jerry, You're correct on the straps chaffing the boat.You can wrap the strap with carpet or leather where it touches the finish and that will help protect it. Randy W. <<< jrduke1@dslextreme.com 5/17 8:00p >>> Hello, I wonder if it's advisable to tie the boat to the trailer when towing long distances. If so , what is the best way. It seems that tie down straps would chaff the gel coat. Regards, Jerry M17 333 -- JD _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats This message was scanned for viruses.