Life ring

dan57.butler

dan57.butler

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Fluid Motion Model
R-29 S
Hull Identification Number
Fmlt2914c414
Vessel Name
Asante (ex Slow Ride)
MMSI Number
338188947
We want to mount a life ring holder on the exterior of the starboard side of the cabin on our 2014 R29S. I’m nervous about drilling holes into the cabin wall. Suggestions?
 
I would recommend No-drill Screw Stickers
 
Look up "Life Ring Buoy Bracket" on Amazon. Mounts to railings or canvas-frame, any orientation.
/diatom
 
The suggestions are all saying don't drill 🙂 Take your pick
 
I’m new to Ranger Tugs, but the no-drill options sound like the safer route. A rail or canvas-frame bracket seems worth considering before putting holes in the cabin wall.
 
Mine is attached to a rod holder that I installed on the port side support rail for the cockpit roof. As I'm often in rough seas operating fishing equipment, I want: easy access for all crew; visible but not in anyone's way; rope neat so it's unlikely to tangle when deployed. If you don't want to add a rod holder (they're handy for many reasons like boat hooks), there are multiple ways to attach to a vertical pole/rod as mentioned above.
 
Thank you all for helpful suggestions. I will pursue the various options suggested.
 
Depending on what you want the ring for, the Lifesling2 I think is a better option to recover man overboard. I store mine as first item in cave. The runaway rope is tied to the seat handle. It stays out of weather. Easy access. If I need it, it stays tied to seat handle and easily thrown from cockpit to man overboard. Of course I never had to use it in emergency, yet I have tested it.
 
I have mine mounted on Command Strip hooks (by 3M). Hangs on the line around the ring with 2 hooks. Also use 3M command strip broom holder clips to hold the boat hook (vertical with handle resting on boarding step to carry the weight) Easy to position. Clean surface with rubbing alcohol and apply. No drilling. Never had a problem (+7 years). Command strips work great on any smooth surface. No drilling. Instant access.
 
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