The v bands hold the bow s hook in position when its not under load. Another one holds the clip open. Im thinking dental bands on the lil s hooks,
The beverage holder folds flat, light weight. Girth hitched and length set with a nail knot(like a slip bobber knot). Good place to store a bevy or other lil items, Glasses? small range finder? wind puffer?
I let go of over wrapping the the tag end of my rope. The 9 holds it well.