The tip of the gaff should have a spike point.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not sure
• D. It depends on gaff model

Answer: (B)

Tip design and safety considerations determine whether a gaff should have a spike. A spike point is not a universal requirement for every gaff; many designs use a blunt or rounded tip to reduce the risk of puncturing gear, injuring people, or snagging on clothing or straps. In some models a spike is needed for a specific task, or spikes may be removable to adapt to different situations, but that doesn’t mean all gaffs must have one. So, the general statement isn’t true, because the tip shape depends on the intended use and the particular model.