North Water U-Link Contact Tow

A well-designed multi-tool that stays organised until you need it is exactly what a prepared paddler reaches for first.

The North Water U-Link Contact Tow is a compact, high visibility contact tow wrapped in neoprene to keep it neatly coiled and ready on your deck. The neoprene wrap is a simple detail that makes a real difference, keeping the tow from tangling in your lines and ensuring it deploys cleanly when the moment calls for it. Stainless steel carabiners clip into your kayak's deck lines or the leash plug on a SUP board, and the adjustable release buckle gives you a quick, deliberate disconnect when you need to separate.

The U-Link earns its place through versatility. It handles contact towing, rafts boats together, links two boats in parallel, ties off to a dock, serves as a paddle leash during a rescue, and functions as the yoke portion of a bridal tow. The adjustable length also makes it a practical re-entry aid, with a solid sinking foot stirrup that gives you a confident, stable platform when climbing back onto your boat from the water.

For sea kayakers and SUP paddlers who want one compact, well-thought-out piece of kit that covers multiple scenarios cleanly, the U-Link is hard to beat.

• High visibility yellow nylon webbing construction
• Neoprene wrap keeps tow organised and tangle-free on deck
• Stainless steel carabiners with adjustable release buckle
• Attaches to kayak deck lines or SUP leash plug
• Adjustable length for re-entry assistance
• Solid sinking foot stirrup for confident re-entry
• Suitable for contact towing, rafting, parallel boat attachment, dock tie-off, paddle leash, and bridal tow yoke