Need to Tie a Soft Shackle into an Existing Line? Try This!

In this video we explain how to tie a soft shackle into an existing line with a double overhand stopper knot and load test the results. You can also use a figure of eight climbers knot instead.

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[gabikit]

That is great! This really simplified my topping lift connection on dual spinnaker pole setup. Thanks!

[Gonesailn]

Thanks for the video. A little off topic, my dynema spin halyard just split apart. What size line and type do you use on yours. I have an F28R.

[billgleeson]

I think your soft shackle at the end of the line will be stronger if you put the running end through the line . As you follow the running end into the soft shackle it makes a turn at full diameter before it is split for the loop. The split side carries half the load because the knot carries the other half of the load.

[billgleeson]

A barrel knot makes a nice handle for releasing the shackle.

[billgleeson]

I burried
a few fids back from the bitter end and tapered the end. The whole shackle is double thick and probably quite strong.

[sailingpretenderbyeastcoas]

I have a question. When it comes to soft shackles failing. Why not pop something (a piece of line) beyond the knot to prevent it pulling through? You’re much clever than me so perhaps you can think this through, come up with a solution, test, and publish a video of the results. 👍🏽😁

[nosreda]

What does the ratio mean when someone says "2:1 halyard"?

[garthharrington]

How ‘bout how to tie a truckers knot for sailors?