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2025-04-30T08:37:16
I'm stoked about this tow tether.
Rex F.

2025-04-29T15:57:49
The beginner boater will appreciate your ability to utilize this piece of gear. When I was a beginner, I noticed this on my instructors PFD, but didn't ask about it. After I flipped and swam on the Hiawassee, the instructor tethering to my kayak and towed me and boat to the bank. Lesson learned.
Doug N.

2023-09-29T03:14:23
I like the tow tether with a locking carabiner! My old one didn't have a locking carabiner. I also like the black ring...lower profile. Just about the time I think abut ditching my tow tether, I end up having to use it.
Kelli M.

2021-06-16T15:38:40
I love this two tether works great for short tows minus the shock of using a town line with no flex. It is very versatile and you hardly realize it's there until you need it I carry some and long and short tow ropes in my vest and have often used them to tow tired SUP Paddlers who couldn't paddle back against the wind sometimes two of them at a time. It makes for smooth towing in every situation.
Mark F.

O-ring: 33 kN
Stretched length is 33" (83.8cm), unstretched is 19" (48.2cm)
Add 6" (15.2cm) to length for carabiner and o-ring
8 oz (227g)
603403451525
Excellent Product
By Mark F.
I love this two tether works great for short tows minus the shock of using a town line with no flex. It is very versatile and you hardly realize it's there until you need it I carry some and long and short tow ropes in my vest and have often used them to tow tired SUP Paddlers who couldn't paddle back against the wind sometimes two of them at a time. It makes for smooth towing in every situation.
Stoked
By Rex F.
I'm stoked about this tow tether.
Essential Towing Tool for On Water Rescue
The NRS 33" Tow Tether with Carabiner is a critical piece of kayaking safety gear designed for efficient towing during rescue situations. Often referred to as a tow tether or cow tail, this compact system connects seamlessly with quick release rescue PFD harnesses, giving paddlers a reliable way to assist swimmers or disabled boats when conditions demand fast action.
Smart Design for Controlled Towing
Built with an integrated bungee, this kayak tow tether helps absorb sudden loads and keeps tension manageable while towing. The centered O ring features a hook patch that pairs with loop material found on many rescue life jackets, keeping the tether positioned correctly and ready to deploy. This thoughtful setup improves accessibility and control in real rescue scenarios.
Secure Attachment with Reduced Snag Risk
At the business end, the Nuq Twist Lock carabiner adds confidence by preventing accidental opening and reducing snag hazards around brush or gear. A hook patch near the carabiner mates with loop panels on compatible NRS rescue PFDs, forming a tidy, quick release holder when not in use. Durable, simple, and purpose built, this PFD tow tether is trusted by paddlers who take safety seriously.
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