When towing a small trailer-able boat, the sturdiest fitting available to attach a tow rig is the __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — trailer eye
The trailer eye (bow eye), bolted directly into the structural stem and reinforced stringers of a small boat, provides the highest breaking strength for towing forces compared to hardware mounted on fiberglass decks or handrail stanchions.
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