Features of the Suspenz Universal Canoe Locking System Locks Canoes up to 17' to stationary objects including; Storage Racks, Car Roof Racks, Trees, Posts and more 3/16in. Coil Steel Cable; standard cable cutters will not cut thru these Vinyl Coated to protect boats, cars and racks Installs in seconds, no drilling or tools required These locking cables Are meant to hinder theft, it will not secure a canoe to roof racks for transport purpose Both loops Are 16in. in diameter, length of long cable from loop to locking loop is 14' Slide a cable loop on each end of the canoe and wrap long cable around stationary object so there is no slack - then lock them together 1 Long Loop Cable, 1 Short Loop Cable