Furniture Anchors

What exactly is a soft shackle?

A soft shackle is usually made from multiple strands of polyethylene rope featuring an strop knot at one end for the grip. It provides ultimate grip and extreme resistance to abrasion during vehicle recoveries and other purposes.

Who can use these soft shackles?

They are a professional recovery gear tool common among vehicle operators, sailors, climbers, etc. Frequently used for heavy-duty tasks like boat anchoring and so on.

How does a soft shackle work?

A soft shackle works as a gripping tool during recoveries and other tasks. It is usually tied to the vehicles to gain control over them with a knot spliced at one end that comprises rope strands. These shackles provide a solid grip on heavy-duty vehicles while minimizing abrasion.

Why should I choose soft shackles over steel shackles?

Well, arguably steel shackles have their role in multiple tasks but, if we compare both the tool's effectiveness side by side, we can determine that using soft shackles is much more convenient and safe than steel ones. Steel shackles are heavyweight cannot handle the extreme weight and most likely break apart and cause damage either to the vehicle or the surroundings, including people. They also become rusty with time despite proper care, while soft shackles are lightweight, provide better grip, can handle heavyweight very well with a very little chance of them breaking apart. These shackles do not cause any damage if they do somehow break. They are a lot better and safer choice than steel shackles.

What makes soft shackles strong?

Its strong properties come from 8 to 12 polyethylene strands woven together making for a proper thick rope. The rope is tightly knotted at the end in a diamond shape that is adjustable and provides flexibility for security and ease of use.

How can I take care of my soft shackles?

UHMWPE is a very durable material but it loses its strength with time. For proper maintenance, avoid leaving them in direct sunlight. Do not leave or store them dirty, always clean and air dry before keeping them back.

At what point should I consider changing them?

Keep checking your soft shackles from time to time before using them. To avoid the risk, please change your shackle ropes if you ever find any nicks in the frayed rope or the diamond knot.

After how many days will I receive the order?

Our delivery time usually depends on the dropout location. It usually takes 3 to 4 working days after the date of order placement.

Can we exchange or return the product after receiving the order?

We have a 30 days of return and exchange policy. In both cases you will have to cite a proper reason to our team via email and we will get back to you shortly after receiving your mail.