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StriperSniper
02-02-2004, 07:44 AM
All:
Anybody know where I may be able to get my hands on retractable lanyards. I just picked up a nice Leatherman to use next season and I'd prefer not to lose it in the drink --124-3 . I know Gear Keeper has a nice product but I can't seem to find them anywhere....I also have a Boga that I'd like to get a lanyard for as well

Any help would be appreciated

Thanks,
StriperSniper

Nauti Buoy
02-02-2004, 11:32 AM
StriperSniper,

Alternative thoughts for you if you can't come up with the retractable lanyard you're looking for.
1. Not beinmg able to find a "heavy duty" lanyard, I considered the "telephone coil" concept, but ruled it out in favor of a homemade lanyard made of 1/8" bungee cord I bought at Home Depot. Whipped a loop on one end for the belt and the other for the ring on the Leatherman. Determine length to suit. Works well for me.
2. As for the Boga, I tied a 30" length of polypropelene (it floats) line to a 6" dia. orange buoy by POLYFORM. This allows passing the Boga to others without fear of losing it overboard, and the color will help keep it in sight while chasing it down it it ever happens. ;)