Every so often you come across a product
that makes you stop and do a double
take. Well that's exactly what we did
at the Miami Boat Show recently. And
here's why...
When you buy something for your boat --
a rod holder, a search light, a gunwale
mounted table, a gas grill, etc., each
of them typically comes with a mounting
bracket. And more often than not, that
mounting bracket will ONLY fit the
accessory that it came with. Now you've
got to hope you picked the best location
for it, and that you never need to put
it anyplace else. Beyond that, you
can't mount anything else there because
'that' mounting plate or bracket is in
the way.
They say necessity is the Mother of
Invention, and that's precisely what
Michael Rowan of V-Lock Mounting Systems
discovered. Michael created a universal
mounting system that gives us boat
owners the ultimate in flexibility and
versatility. Now you can put just
about anything...just about anywhere,
and you can place accessories whenever
you want.
With the
V-Lock Universal Mounting System you
get a receiver bracket to attach to your
boat in a logical, practical place.
Then you have the option of a flat or
L-shaped mounting plate. Attach your
accessory mount to the plate and you're
good to go. The mounting plates slide
down into a 'vee' slot on the receiver,
AND they lock into place with a
spring-loaded locking pin.
Now, you can rig your boat for fishing
with a rod holder, a bait tray or
whatever... and in seconds change out
the gear in your cockpit for relaxing or
entertaining with a table, cup holders
or gas grill.
Place a couple receiver brackets around
on the boat, and you have the ability to
configure your boat however you'd
like. The receiver brackets are very
thin, so there's less chance of catching
clothing or a knee, compared to a large
mount. They even make a mounting
bracket for square railing, and that's a
huge benefit to folks who own pontoon
boats. Plus, the big benefit is you can
remove your gear by pulling the spring
pin and store it safely out of sight.
Simple? Yep. Wish you'd invented it?
Yessir. Want to know more? Well just
Click on the Image to watch a quick
video we shot in Miami.
And as you saw in the video V-Lock's
aren't just for boats. Sure they're
made from sturdy, corrosion-resistant
aluminum. But these would be really
handy for a workbench, back deck, boat
dock railing, even RV's.
Want one or two of your own? I know I
do...Hint Hint. Here's where you can
get them.
Look for more neat new products like
this one in the upcoming Nuts & Bolts
Miami Boat Show Episode.
