Choosing a Throw Bag | Ep. 206

[@drumtekguy]

Another great show. You mentioned hanging clothes. As a rule I don’t like to use my rescue gear for any other purpose just in case something happens to it.

[@Skurfur]

Perfect for what I was wondering. I didn't know whether to go 1/4" or 3/8", the length that's good, and pros-cons of each. I didn't even know about the not having loops to snag fingers or hands. And that the mesh wears out. I'm in a much better position now to invest in my throw bag. Thanks a bunch!

[@GearGarageTV]

I’m happy to help!

[@RocketGator05]

In case anyone is wondering the r3sargear throw bag is no longer available if you live in the US. I just got an email back from them inquiring about a pro deal and they said they no longer ship to the Americas because of duties and taxes. Bummer because I i like their build. I'll stick w/ my kokatat until I find a better one. Great video, always choose the best bag for the situation you're in.

[@GearGarageTV]

Are you referring to this throw bag riverhardware.com/products/wwtc-classic-18-throwbag

[@dlbade01]

I'm on the fence about the 1/4 inch actually being good for catching swimmers. My experience was that in cold water, the swimmer had a hard time maintaining a grip when the rescue was not just a quick swing into shore. In my situation it was a powerful walled eddy. The best I could do with the rope was keep the swimmer out of the wood filled undercut and wait for a couple of other boaters to help pull him out. The swimmer was threatening to let go before the other help arrived. For other work, you could always add a prusik to help with grip, and especially the static line versions are probably plenty strong at least for kayaks, considering there are probably weaker points in the system. It is compact though. Always tradeoffs...

[@GearGarageTV]

Yep you are absolutely right about how hard it is to hold on to 1/4" rope. I think fewer people would use 1/4" rope throw bags if they had to test them before buying them.

[@justinbell937]

Anychance you have laid hands on a salamander river dart? I’m on the fence between a 70’, 5/16 spectra dart or kokatat huck to replace my current rope for kayaking. (Would be used for safety and part of my pin kit for kayaks) Thanks for the great content!

[@GearGarageTV]

I haven't used the Salamander Dart but it looks pretty cool

[@justinbell937]

@@GearGarageTV yeah, there isn’t too much out there about it so I thought I’d ask. Thanks you!

[@zackkozel2226]

Do you have any recommendations surrounding a good waist belt bag? Thanks!

[@GearGarageTV]

I've done a few other episodes about different throw bags laying out the pros and cons of particular bags