My dealer is advising me to run the lines between the spreaders. I tried it, and at least it works - is there a disadvantage I'm not aware of? Should I insist on the anti-foul loop?

I bought the boat (used) with the pole like this, so I have no idea how it broke. Indeed I have the intention to have the pole mounted on the boat during the entire season. Taking it off / mounting it costs so much time ...