What lengths does the BoatBuckle Kwik Lok gunwale tie down come in?

This line comes in two lengths: a 13-foot strap (F12070) and a 16-foot strap (F12071), both 2 inches wide with stainless steel Kwik Lok hardware.

How do I pick between the 13-foot and 16-foot version?

Measure the distance from your gunwale mounting point down to the trailer frame anchor point, leaving some slack for cinching. Choose the 13-foot F12070 for shorter runs on smaller boats and the 16-foot F12071 for larger boats or setups where the anchor point sits further away.

What is the Kwik Lok buckle system?

Kwik Lok is BoatBuckle's quick-release buckle design that lets you tighten or release the strap with one hand in a single motion, rather than working a ratchet mechanism at each corner of the boat.

Is the hardware on these straps rust resistant?

Yes, both straps use stainless steel buckles and hardware, which resist corrosion from saltwater spray, rain, and long-term wet storage.

Where does this strap mount on the boat?

Both lengths mount at the gunwale, the upper edge of the boat's hull, and run down to an anchor point on the trailer frame as part of a trailering tie-down setup.

How many of these tie downs do I need to trailer my boat safely?

A gunwale tie down like this is meant to be used in a set, typically two or four straps positioned at the bow and stern corners, to secure the boat evenly against the trailer during transport.

Can I mix the 13-foot and 16-foot straps on the same boat?

Yes, some boats have gunwale mounting points at different heights or distances on each side, so pairing a 13-foot and 16-foot strap is fine as long as each one reaches its anchor point with enough slack to cinch tight.

How wide are these tie down straps?

Both the 13-foot and 16-foot versions are 2 inches wide.

BoatBuckle Kwik Lok Gunwale Tie Down - 13'/16'

BoatBuckle Kwik Lok Stainless Steel Gunwale Tie Down Straps - Available in 13' and 16' x 2" Lengths

$28.38

The BoatBuckle Kwik Lok Gunwale Tie Down is a stainless steel hardware trailering strap built to hold your boat firmly against the trailer bunks or rollers on the road. Unlike a standard ratchet strap, the Kwik Lok buckle lets you cinch or release the strap with a quick pull and a squeeze of the release lever, so you can tension all four tie downs evenly in seconds instead of cranking a ratchet handle at each corner. The stainless steel buckle and hardware shrug off saltwater spray, boat ramp splash, and long-term outdoor storage without rusting or seizing up, which keeps the mechanism working smoothly trip after trip. Each strap mounts at the gunwale, the upper edge of the hull, and runs down to a matching anchor point on the trailer frame, forming one corner of a complete four-point tie down system.

Specifications

Brand: Boat Buckle
Buckle Type: Kwik Lok
Hardware Material: Stainless Steel
Mounting Location: Gunwale
Strap Lengths: 13 feet and 16 feet
Strap Width: 2 inches

Sizes & Options

This line is offered in two lengths to suit different boat and trailer setups. The 13-foot F12070 works well on smaller boats or shorter gunwale-to-trailer-frame runs, while the 16-foot F12071 gives extra reach for larger boats, higher gunwales, or trailers with anchor points set further back. Measure from your intended gunwale mounting point down to the trailer frame anchor with some slack for cinching, and choose the length that comfortably spans that distance without running out of strap. Both straps use the same Kwik Lok stainless steel hardware, so the choice comes down to length alone.

BoatBuckle Kwik Lok Stainless Steel Gunwale Tie Down Straps - Available in 13' and 16' x 2" Lengths

Specifications

Sizes & Options

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