FITMENT
- Size: 1/2" Diameter x 22" Length
- Compatibility: Designed for truck, Jeep & ATV recovery applications.
- Use Case: Safer and lighter than traditional metal D-ring shackles.
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Soft shackles flip the recovery game on its head. Woven from Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) — the same fiber family used in ballistic armor and marine mooring — Seguler’s Synthetic Soft Shackle delivers 33,000 lbs of break strength at a sliver of steel’s weight. The vivid orange fiber with black protective sleeves is impossible to lose track of in mud, snow, or low light. There’s no pin to drop, no thread to seize, and no metal chunk waiting to become a projectile if a recovery lets go.
- The closed-loop knot design secures in seconds with zero hardware, and the protective sleeves guard against abrasion on vehicle recovery points. Because it’s UV-resistant, waterproof, and rust-proof by nature, you can stow it wet and forget it. For Jeeps, trucks, and ATVs where weight matters and safety is non-negotiable, soft shackles are the modern recovery standard.
Key Features
- Delivers 33,000 lbs of rated strength from UHMWPE — the same material used in marine mooring lines and ballistic armor — lighter than steel, stronger by weight, and immune to rust.
- Removes the projectile hazard of a metal shackle: if a strap or rope parts, a soft shackle weighs ounces and recoils harmlessly, with no pins to shear or threads to strip.
- Secures in seconds with a closed-loop knot and no hardware to lose — pass the loop end through the recovery point, thread the knotted end through, and pull tight.
- Floats in water and won’t rust, corrode, or soak up moisture — mud rinses off and sun won’t degrade the fiber, so storing it wet is no problem.
Specifications
| Spec |
Detail |
| Material |
UHMWPE Synthetic Fiber |
| Size |
1/2" Diameter x 22" Length |
| Break Strength |
33,000 lbs |
| Sleeve |
Polyester Protective Sleeves |
| Qty |
2-Pcs |
Safety & Testing
Every hitch component is crafted from premium, high-strength materials and engineered to meet rigorous industry towing safety standards. Our weight and break strength ratings are backed by extensive laboratory load and stress testing to ensure reliable, heavy-duty performance under tough, real-world conditions. Every product undergoes strict multi-stage quality control and anti-corrosion testing before leaving our facility to guarantee maximum safety, structural integrity, and long-term peace of mind on the road.
FAQ
Q: Are soft shackles really as strong as steel shackles?
A: Pound for pound, UHMWPE is stronger than steel. These soft shackles are rated at 33,000 lbs — comparable to many steel shackles in the same range. The key difference: if overloaded, a steel shackle can deform or shatter, while a soft shackle breaks more gradually with far less dangerous recoil.
Q: How do I use the closed-loop knot?
A: Pass the loop end through your vehicle’s recovery point, then thread the knotted end completely through the loop opening. Pull tight until the loop cinches firmly behind the knot. It creates a rock-solid, tool-free connection in seconds — and releases just as fast when the recovery is done.
Q: Will the protective sleeve wear out?
A: Yes, the sleeve is a wear item designed to protect the underlying fiber. Replace it when you see significant fraying or thinning. The sleeve is cheap insurance — don’t run the shackle without it against metal edges.
Q: What should I pair these soft shackles with for a full recovery setup?
A: A kinetic recovery rope is the natural companion — the fiber-on-fiber connection is lighter and quieter than all-steel. For metal anchor points, 3/4" D-ring shackles fill the steel-shackle role when needed.
