Would like to hear what/how everybody attaches to beams under bridges. I usually use C clamps but there has to be a better/quicker way. Would appreciate yall's input! Thanks everyone.
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Would like to hear what/how everybody attaches to beams under bridges. I usually use C clamps but there has to be a better/quicker way. Would appreciate yall's input! Thanks everyone.
Never have done it. Always tied to the pilings. I would like to know also.
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Could you get some quick grip clamps to use instead of c-clamps? Would be a little quicker if they would hold. Not sure how the beams look. If metal maybe heavy duty magnet? :dono
The bridge is very low with metal beams. Ideally I’m looking for suggestions for a quick way to tie off to the metal beams from both ends of the boat to stabilize it. The beams are within reach with no problem.
Magnets with hooks. They pretty cheap and strong
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Probably a dumb question but here goes.......strong enough to hold the boat but not too strong for an out shape fat 53 year old to remove...LOL??Quote:
Originally Posted by catchNgrease
Should be easy
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You are correct.Sent from my E6910 using Crappie.com Fishing mobile appQuote:
Originally Posted by captdave
This would probably be overkillAttachment 405024
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I have used the c clamp style vice grips. The lockjaw brand are self adjusting Attachment 405026
Also the stretch docking mooring ropes work well.
2x4 cut to correct length
You need lever release magnets. Flip the lever and the magnet holds, flip it the other way an it releases. We use them all the time at work. This version has 50lbs of lifting force, which would be way more than you need. But you get the idea. Machine shops and metal fabrication shop use them.
Mag-Mate B090 $116.41 Lifting Magnet, 50 Lb Cap, Trigger Release | Zoro.com
Great idea Hanr3! Didn't even know these magnets existed.....should work well!
If you willing to spend some bones. Get you a plate dog. Should be able to buy a harbor freight one for a 100$
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Any pictures of these beams? I've fished areas with those 12" I beams under it before, if that is what we are talking about here. Big ol C clamp and a dock rope with the loops in the end. Put loop through the clamp and tighten it up, other end attached to a rope and to your boat cleat, takes about 15 seconds. Never thought to use the vice grip clamps like shown above, will be putting one in the boat in a few minutes!!!!
You need the dock line in this rig so it doesnt pop your clamp (or magnet I suppose) when your boat pulls against it with a force, like a boat wake rocking you. They are cheap, I have a few in the boat for tying up in different situations. Access Denied
Another tip, is for the old concrete walls/pillars... Take a few pieces of 2x4 and cut a wedge shape and screw an eye bolt in them. Hammer into a crack in the wall and clip your dock line/rope setup to the eye bolt. Same thing, stretch dock line keeps from yanking it out.
I'm gonna go with the magnets and see how that goes. We have used C-clamps (that I believe were too small) and they would stay in my boat and end up getting rusted. I like that dock rope you linked Kevin22....I appreciate your help and input!!
Put the magnet on top of the bottom flange of the beam. That way the force won't be pulling straight off the magnet but rather around the edge of the beam.
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Vice grips with a hole drilled in the compression lever (in handle. the one that releases the clamp ) put a heavy ring in that to attach rope . Way less than some mentioned . I don't fish from a Ranger either . lol
Dang that’s another great idea!! Thanks eagle 1!
Take two sections of small chain and two carabiners. Secure chains around beam or brace and tie or clip rope to carabiners. Not seeing the structure it might not be feasible, but if it is it will be easy to install and remove wherever and whenever needed.
Be careful what ever you choose to use. I saw a boat pull a c clamp off the flange of a beam. They had used a regular rope with a little slack in it. The wind kicked up some waves, when the rope pulled tight the second time off came the c clamp pretty quickly. I wouldn't wish to be hit by it.
if there is a room between the beams and the bridge we toss a rope with buoy on it over the beam