I tied a loop in mine so I can hook it on the trap hook while I'm leaned back filling the bag up. One less thing to hang onto also. The downside is if you are the type that likes to climb back up on the boat while it is assuming its normal attitude, it can be difficult to get yourself unhooked quickly enough to climb on. It might not work on the F17, just the FXone <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />