Hey all, I've got a 14 foot metzeler with the wood bottom floor. In any case, the front patch, which has a triangle ring holding the rope line, split. Does anyone know of a fix for this? Or anyone know where I can get a new patch? Thanks a bunch, here's some pics...
You might be able to repair that with a combination of stitching and glue, but your best bet is to just buy a new D ring patch and glue it on right next to that one. If it's critical to have it in the exact same spot you might be able to flatten that one enough to glue the new patch over it. There are many places on line to get what you need. Just be sure to follow the instructions to the letter.
Thanks for the replies all, the patch split while pulling the boat up on the beach, so I don't think it's rot. I'll check out those options and be sure to post up a report once it's fixed.
Thanks for the replies all, the patch split while pulling the boat up on the beach, so I don't think it's rot. I'll check out those options and be sure to post up a report once it's fixed.
Well, it is and it isn't. The patch isn't rotted, but the part that holds the D ring is. Just the ravages of time. The good news is you have several options, none of which is expensive or particularly difficult.