What is the Soft Shackle (Stronger) used for?

Sailing connections under heavy loads; Replacing a metal shackle where more breaking strength is required; Heavy-load rigging with high-modulus rope; Anchoring that's lightweight yet strong in rescue work; Hand-openable connections at points of high load.

How do you tie the Soft Shackle (Stronger)?

The Soft Shackle (Stronger) is a more robust version of the soft shackle, laid up to withstand higher breaking loads. Made from high-modulus rope such as Dyneema, it keeps the soft shackle's light weight, while its button knot delivers a boost in strength. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Soft Shackle (Stronger) hard to tie?

The Soft Shackle (Stronger) is rated hard, in the Lashings category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Soft Shackle (Stronger)?

Tighten the button knot until it's really firm; a loose button can be pulled inside under high load; Inspect the high-modulus rope for abrasion and heat, since it's sensitive to friction; Check the rope's working load and how the button is seated before any critical load.

Soft Shackle (Stronger)

Q: What other names does the Soft Shackle (Stronger) have?

It is also known as Soft Shackle (Stronger), Stronger Soft Shackle, Grillete blando reforzado, Manilha macia reforçada.

A reinforced version of the soft shackle, with higher breaking strength for heavy loads

Also called: Soft Shackle (Stronger), Stronger Soft Shackle, Grillete blando reforzado, Manilha macia reforçada

What it is for

Sailing connections under heavy loads
Replacing a metal shackle where more breaking strength is required
Heavy-load rigging with high-modulus rope
Anchoring that's lightweight yet strong in rescue work
Hand-openable connections at points of high load