How to Make a Boat Hook for $6

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An easy DIY solution for a simple boat hook. Prices may have changed slightly. Filmed in Jan 2022.
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[@joetorres2505]

Great idea I also looked on Amazon. But I can make it today for My fishing trip tomorrow tired of boat hitting the boat dock thank you

[@will5286]

NICE IDEA for small light duty hook-can't push off with it, of course. I would suggest the following: 1)sanding back the factory lacquer finish and recoat (2-3 coat minimum) with good varnish or oilbased paint. 2) add 2 STAINLESS STEEL hose clamps-TIGHT in top two inches where hook attaches-cover with two layers of electrical tape, so pole doesn't split-which it WILL do otherwise. 3) Using friction tape, or something grippy, cover the bottom 10-12 inches with the material to improve grip...Cheers

[@OffTheHookFishing]

this cheap one has actually held up real well. been submerged in the salt a few times and no real signs of wear after a year.

[@aleemoua2916]

I went on my friends boat last year. It was the first time for all of us crabbing on a boat. I brought garden tool called a potato fork. It did the job lol

[@OffTheHookFishing]

Haha, whatever gets the job done!