We can't decide which way to go..finger grooves in the deck, rope loops, strapping loops or ???
I don't want to use any metal hardware since I am using the flush deck fittings.
I'm a little leery of the finger grooves since they are so permanent if we don't like them or if they leak.
Any thought, opinions?
Dan
On my wood duck 10 hybrid(with internal bungie set-up) I carved a small handle for the hatch with some scrap mahogany, varnished it, and super glued it to the hatch. It look good and has held up well.
Rich
On my Merganser hybrid, which has internal bungees, I made a combination loop handle/safety tether that works very well. After a full season of hard use, it never leaked a drop. See photos at http://twofootartist.com/merganser-construction-notes/ Scroll down to the October 18, 2009 entry, about 3/4 way down the page. -Wes
I like the idea of a soft loop. This way you don't gouge yourself if you have to climb over the deck to get back in the boat.
Dan