The Bow Latch System replaces your existing bow eye bolt. The Bow Latch will automatically latch your boat to the rope system on your trailer. When unloading, simply pull the manual release to unlatch your boat from the rope system. You will never need to get in or out of your boat to latch or unlatch. The Rope-A-Boat Bow Latch System is available in a light-duty model and a medium-duty model, both models are constructed of stainless steel. The light-duty model is recommended for boats having an existing eye-bolt outside diameter (O.D.) of 1-3/4" and will directly replace your existing u-bolt with no additional modifications. For additional information on the Bow Latch System, click the links below: Light-Duty Bow Latch System | The Bow Latch System replaces your existing bow eye bolt. The Bow Latch will automatically latch your boat to the rope system on your trailer. When unloading, simply pull the manual release to unlatch your boat from the rope system. You will never need to get in or out of your boat to latch or unlatch. The Rope-A-Boat Bow Latch System is available in a light-duty model and a medium-duty model, both models are constructed of stainless steel. The medium-duty model is recommended for boats having an existing eye-bolt outside diameter (O.D.) of 2-3/8" and will directly replace your existing u-bolt with no additional modifications. For additional information on the Medium-Duty Bow Latch System, click the link below: Medium-Duty Bow Latch System |