10 second Soft Shackles !!

Soft shackles are fast becoming more popular than traditional metal shackles making tying the a skill that every sailor should know. If you have put off learning how to make them due to the complicated knots and splices which are often required to create them, then this is the video for you.
The team at Bottom Up Boats have created the ultimate soft shackle video, demonstrating three soft shackles and four ways to secure them using the simplest of sailing knots that most sailors already know how to tie.
With in minutes you will be able to create hundreds of soft shackles in seconds like we do in the video. While we still prefer to make the version which do require some simple splicing due to the extra strength they give, you can not go past this video to learn how to make them in seconds. We will tech you how to turn a meter of any rope into a shackle that has 100's of use case in less than 10 second.
This is the new must have skill for anyone who sails, allowing you to create spare parts on the fly.
Once you have mastered the soft shackles in this video we do recommend you learn the upgraded version that require some splicing and advance knot tying skills. While is is more complicated than the simple options you now know it is well worth learn all the varieties, it is easier than you think !!!
The following soft shackle play list has all the video you require to be rigging like a pro :-
• Soft Shackles
The team at Bottom Up Boats hope you enjoyed the soft shackle video, if you have made it this far please be sure to like and share the video before subscribing to our channel so you get notified of all of our content as soon as it is released.

[@bunyipdan]

Nailed it, another great demo, thanks for showing us the Ashley Stopper Knot .... great use for it with the double braided rope soft shackle, might have to dust of the old copy of Ashley's book of knots and see what else I might have missed in the ole bible

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks again ! I am sure Clifford could not have imaged what a soft shackle was when he was writing his book in the 1930's and 40's, as with many things these days the rate of change just gets faster and faster. If he could have looked this far ahead I am sure that his failed attempt to tie what turned out to be a swollen figure 8 which he saw on an old fishing boat would have been at the top of the list for this use case. I tried quite a few stoppers with this method of soft shackle, the Ashley or Oyster stopper knot proved to be the best hence the recommendation as as the first choice option in the video. For anyone reading this who does not have Ashely's Book of Knots the team at Bottom Up Boats can highly recommend picking up a copy, first published in 1944 it is still the "Knot Bible" for many (including us), see the link below for details :- amzn.to/3aHNe52 As an amazon associate we get commission from associated sales. We really appreciate the support that this programs gives us, as a small You Tube channel programs like this enable us to create more content for you !!

[@wisenber]

@@BottomUPBoats I picked up ABOT several years ago. Hammock rigging got me started. Converted my trimaran to synthetic rigging a couple of years ago. I went with the splices to avoid the loss in strength from the bends in knots. After looking at the safe working load for my Dynema, reducing it by half is still well within range. Your knotted shackles would require about one tenth of the time it takes me to splice a shackle, and the dimensions aren't nearly as critical. Your shackles can also be produced more easily on the fly or under way.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@wisenber totally agree. Modern dynemma rope takes the breaking strains to new levels reducing the need for splicing in many use cases. You will be set for next time when you need to replace the work you did :)

[@yvasyyvasy6010]

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[@seanbeckerer5089]

What is a soft shackle? What is it used for??

[@Joe-ev4fr]

Excellent, simple, and best video explaining how to make a soft shackle!!! Thank you for posting.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it !!!

[@Srulio]

Ashley Stopper and lark's head is quick and strong. Thanks for that.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Yep, left the best to last in the demo. The Larks Head & Ashley Stopper knot combo is still made in seconds but is bullet proof.

[@shanestevens622]

I know all of these knots but till I saw this video I had never even heard of a soft shackle, so useful! Thank you I've definitely learnt something today. Keep it up mate.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and and glad you found it useful. Everyday is a school day, even better when you can learn something that takes something old and makes it new. Please like and share with others who might find it useful, this helps this great platform get the word out and about with others.

[@earlebird4262]

You have three third ways, and two final ways of doing it. That's impressive.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Always good to have a few options 👍

[@mothwaltz4163]

Easy-to-follow explanation and no fluff. Great video!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks the fab feedback. Comments like this inspire us to do more 👍👍👍

[@stpetie7686]

First time on your channel, and I'm not a sailor, but that was on of the best instructional videos I've seen on YT.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you found it useful, lots of use cases for these quick and easy soft shackles, both on and off the water. Appreciate the feedback, it is always nice to get comments like the one you shared :)

[@alqimran]

Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and engaging !!

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

Excellent video. So simple and direct. Thank you for this. Jim.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to share your feedback 👍

[@vxphan2601]

Excellent, I just learnt something very useful and still remember it because of the simplicity of the knot. Thank you so much

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful ! Which was you favourite ? I can not got past the Ashely Stopper knot version, round end creates a great locking point for the shackle.

[@vxphan2601]

@@BottomUPBoats the fourth knot is great. Wonder if the knot will slip under high tension.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@vxphan2601 you should have no issues with this one slipping. If you are going to put it under extended periods of long loads it is always good to pre load them prior to putting them in place. With that said you should be a OK once it is in place.

[@MoratiRace]

What superb demonstration. Much Thanks !

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by. Glad you liked it 👍

[@j.r7872]

EXCELLENT!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Not a problem glad you liked it 👍

[@countrygirl63baker64]

How did I knot know this??? Omg this was silly simple and I love it!! Thank you, I learned a ton!!!😊

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful ! the simplest things in life are often the best :)

[@Ed-wy2di]

Great video. Thank you for the tips

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and engaging 👍

[@brikinahonix]

I was looking for this everywhere thanks

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you found it here. Thanks for stopping by !

[@mdsuave13]

I have been using an overhand knot with the through and over method for about 5 years daily to carry my water bottle at work. I have about a half dozen soft shackles that I use in this method and I never have had any failures or lost items due to coming apart. I actually use heat shrink tubing to keep the shackles shaped up and tight. The best part about this method is they are easy to use even with gloves on.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for sharing. Totally agree with you comment and like the add of the shrink tubing, I will have to give that one a go 👍🏼

[@smcvaymcvay5770]

Nice. I've already made three soft shackles to use since seeing your video. Thanks.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Nice work ! It is always nice to be able to create one of the spliced options we demo on the channel. This however is a great place to start !!!! Which is your favourite ? We love the Ashely Stopper with the Larks Head to lock it off it looks great and works well too :)

[@Richard-nb4iv]

This video alone is worth subscribing for, So I just did! I had just hoisted my brand new mainsail and was motoring from the harbour down the channel to the lake. With confused seas and shifty winds and a loose mainsail foot caused my metal shackle attached to my clew to twist, deform and break. This resulted with the mainsail flogging to leeward and provided entertainment for the spectators on the pier and that did not impress my wife (crew of two). Fortunately, I was able to turn upwind quickly in the busy narrow channel and i used one of your soft shackles shown here secured the clew to the boom and instantly resumed on our journey out of the channel. The soft shackles now have a permanent place on my yacht and I have a few lengths of dyneema at the ready because you never know...

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and subscribing.... 100% agree that some spare dyneema is a must and with these you can have a custom shackle in second !!!

[@ourtechwriter]

Thank you. This is all o need right now!

[@BottomUPBoats]

It is a great addition to any sailors bag of tricks :)

[@jn7420]

Simple. Perfect!!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Indeed, the simple things in life are often the best :)

[@CarolineBielskis1]

Fantastic 👏 Thank you 😎⛵

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it, thanks for stopping by and for the feedback 👍

[@weekendstuff]

Cool soft shackle. Thanks for showing how to make them. Weekend Stuff

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback. It inspires us to do more.

[@user-jd3eh8bz2v]

Идеально завтра куплю хорошую веревку и свяжу себе Шакл спасибо

[@BottomUPBoats]

Отлично, желаю вам успехов в освоении нового навыка. Обязательно вернитесь, чтобы узнать по ходу видео.

[@user-xr1gb9bo1i]

Great knots! Looks so simple and effective 😊No need to make other complicated and expensive soft shackles like other KZbinrs is showing!

[@BottomUPBoats]

You’re welcome 😊

[@tanguerochas]

Very useful, yes. However, the other "complicated and expensive" soft shackles made from dyneema with appropriate splices and knots for that line are much much stronger.

[@Tb0n3]

​@@tanguerochaslike 10x+ stronger.

[@thetraveller3577]

So clear...thanks

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful !!! Thanks for stopping by and leaving some feedback. It inspires us to keep creating :)

[@chicoastro1]

A quick and easy to remember soft shackle, excellent!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for the feedback. Glad you found the demo useful 👍

[@SailingtheWestWind]

Great information that a guy or girl can use, thank you

[@BottomUPBoats]

Indeed it is. Glad you liked it 👍

[@josephpotterf9459]

On the 3rd one your hands covered up a lot of the process thanks it got away

[@BottomUPBoats]

Sorry about that. We have put together a play list of the knots used in order to soft shackle demo. Not sure if you are talking about the knots or the clamp. Full length videos of both the Ashley Stopper knot and the larks head or cow hitch are included in the following play list if you would like to study them further. 10 Second Soft Shackle Knots kzbin.info/aero/PLMoCfFBA9IMX1qiCtXYkWUzOgOVCUP0fI

[@frederickwood9116]

Nice and simple. It’s timeless too. Thanks for sharing.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Our pleasure ! As you said these are timeless and can be made in seconds from even the shortest bit of spare rope !

[@frederickwood9116]

@@BottomUPBoats Something that is intriguing me recently and you guys might be the people to poke at this topic too. It is the low friction rings or thimbles that are available now. I’m only starting to play with them recently. I’m looking for a way to use them “backwards”. Run the running line around the outside and the fixed shackle line through the middle. This, I’m hoping, will give the running line less friction (or more leverage to overcome the friction) of the inner line and also give less of a tight angle on the running line. It takes the thimble one step closer to being a block replacement for some things. There are two hiccups I’m imagining so far. 1. The big catch is that the shackle running in the middle gets a lot of friction in one spot. Possibly dyneema is hard enough wearing to not be a worry for a long time !! It’s basically using dyneema as a bearing. There may be lubrication options to help out here. Or sheathing options too. ! 2. The other is finding an elegant way to keep the running line “in the block” when the line is slack. There might be a nice way to bring a loose loop around the ring with the soft shackle or another little line, to act as a “keep it in place “ type catch to hold the running line. If you have thought about this and found solutions then please do share. This approach would never completely replace a good block but in many situations (outhalls, Cunningham purchase systems, kickers /boom vangs, etc) where things need strength but don’t run fast like sheets, this could be an economical solution. Allen brothers for example in the uk have thimbles at incredible prices compared to a proper block able to hold the same load.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@frederickwood9116 The modern friction rings are great. I would not worry about the concerns in option one the dyneema will run though it without issue without lubrication. I have seen them used on cascaded back stays, jib pulleys and many other use cases. The only place I have not seen them is on main sheet systems where most boats have stuck with pulleys, the will run better in this use case under light laod.

[@davidlee6461]

Brilliant and thank you

[@BottomUPBoats]

Not a problem, thanks for stopping by and leaving some love !!!!

[@pablitosolari]

Gracias , excelente.!!!!explicacion

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you like the content. Thanks for stopping by and for taking the time to comment.

[@KaiStendel]

Great stuff shown here! I feel hungry for more :)

[@BottomUPBoats]

More to come so make sure you subscribe button to join the Bottom up Boats CREW.... There are also lots of spliced soft shackle options and soft shackle knot videos on the channel so head over there to make your hunger subside.

[@nomad211d]

Nice!!!!!! Thank you.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you found the demo useful

[@vietrandy1]

Great demo 👍

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback, glad you liked it !!!

[@larsboc1]

Wonderful! Thanks :)

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it 👍

[@waterboy8999]

That was great! Thanks a million, I'll be messing about with these for sure.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Lots of options which can all be done in seconds 👍

[@waterboy8999]

@@BottomUPBoats thanks.

[@ifster7273]

Nice. Very cool!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it

[@bradfordsimms715]

Thank you. I need to make soft hanks and this is the way.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ourtechwriter]

Brilliant!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback.

[@jccampo3616]

Gracias por vuestra sencillez en resolver este tipo de grilletes textiles

[@BottomUPBoats]

A veces, las soluciones más simples son las mejores. ¡¡Me alegro de que te haya gustado !!

[@rezalbb]

Excellent video! I gave my rope a planetary twist and it made a very neat shackle. I even made one out of 1/16 cord for a keychain.

[@BottomUPBoats]

That is awesome ! Unlimited options once you have figured out how to make these bad boys ...

[@rezalbb]

@@BottomUPBoats Thanks again for the inspiration! Here is my twist on it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXjIomV4p7hlqpI

[@kriogo8765]

Спасибо большое, всё чётко и понятно!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Рада, что понравилось, спасибо, что заглянули

[@bigviper64]

This is an excellent video, very well done! I don’t need a $50.00 Soft Shackle around our property, just something that I can make a quick connect and pull a medium weight load with.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful! Sounds like the option we shared are perfect for your use case and can be made with less than 1 metre of any spare rope you have..

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad it was helpful ! Sounds like you have found a solution to your problem that can be solved with any 1 metre for rope that you have lying around....

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

😊Thanks for sharing 😊 Take care 😊

[@BottomUPBoats]

No Problem. Thanks for stopping by and for taking the time to leave some feedback.

[@user-xm3wd2kq8k]

Очень круто! Спасибо огромное! Thаnk you very much!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it !

[@user-xm3wd2kq8k]

@@BottomUPBoats I didn't just like it, I borrowed a couple of ideas that I didn't know before. Thank you sincerely!

[@ksyed2ksyed215]

GOOD INFO...👍👍👍💪💪...THANKS...👌👌

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback. Glad you liked it !!!!

[@Whicheverworks]

Thanks a lot ⛵😃

[@BottomUPBoats]

No worries! Glad you found value in the video

[@lancerudy9934]

Nice . Thanks

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by. Glad you liked it 👍

[@rottdogsparky]

Nice detailed video

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it :)

[@veleiroema]

wonderfull !

[@BottomUPBoats]

Glad you liked it !

[@robertmakowski7808]

THANK YOU!!

[@BottomUPBoats]

NP glad you liked it

[@Munneke1962]

Thanks!

[@BottomUPBoats]

No problem!

[@marcelogismondi208]

groso, gran video, graciaass

[@BottomUPBoats]

Gracias por pasarte, me alegra que te haya gustado!!!

[@dlighted8861]

Very good. Now show us how to make simple hand restraints please.🤗

[@BottomUPBoats]

Very similar to these just a some fluffy padding once finished

[@sergionevita]

Fantastico! La tecnica che mi piace di più è l'ultima con il nodo Ashley di arresto e la bocca di lupo . Un sistema rapido ed efficacissimo per realizzare un ottimo soft shackles ! Bravi !

[@BottomUPBoats]

Totalmente d'accordo sul fatto che il nodo stopper Ashley e il cordino sono la selezione migliore dei grilli morbidi da 10 secondi. Grazie per essere passato e aver lasciato il tuo feedback

[@rsdaarud]

Very clear video!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback !

[@stian222]

That about sums it up. Subscribed!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and joining the crew :)

[@godngunclinger]

🤟🤠👍WOW! THANKS

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by, glad you liked it !!!

[@olsim1730]

Good video. I would have liked to see relevant applications included.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for the feedback, I think you have just given the title for my next video. I will see what I can do to show you how we use then. We use them to attach sheets and halyards to sails, blocks fixing points, the list of what you can do is just about endless.

[@maciejtomczak3785]

I tried another variant: the Ashley stopper (ABoK #526) for the knob and the Tag noose (ABoK #1126) for the clamp - seems it may be (even) more slack shake proof than the Lark Head and doesn't fall apart when the shackle is opened.

[@BottomUPBoats]

The joys of a Sunday afternoon with ABoK, will have to check out the Tog noose and give it a go. Thanks for sharing some great options

[@ilonakrause2308]

Thanks for the great video, which is also great for absolute non-sailors and amateurs! I have a question: How can I weld the cut end of the cordage without a large tool so that it doesn't split open here?

[@BottomUPBoats]

I think you are asking how to stop the cut end of the rope from fraying. If this is the case, it is best to cut the rope with a hot night or use a lighter to heat the rope, some of the fibres will melt which harden when it cools. This will stop any fraying. Hopefully this answers your question.

[@ilonakrause2308]

@@BottomUPBoats Thank you so much!

[@kotruegor8285]

Нормально...! И не надо покупать..

[@BottomUPBoats]

99 / 5,000 Translation results Translation result Да, отличный вариант, зачем платить большие деньги за то, что можно сделать за считанные секунды с любым типом веревки.

[@develentsai3215]

Wow! Thank you!

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for the feedback, glad you liked it :)

[@larryfregin2859]

I'm going to tell you a Ford F-150 Lariat is loaded with the sweetest options and the nicest interior what a sweet truck Ford Lariat F150 you can get different engines whatever you want but the interior is sweet

[@BottomUPBoats]

I will have to get a ride in one next time I am travelling to Texas for with work... There are plenty of them on the roads over there.

[@SnowHunter44]

Hey great instructional video, lots of variations. Would a clove hitch be more or less likely to weaken the shackle than the larks head is? I have used it but not under much strain, it seems good for keeping everything together when the is little to no load.

[@BottomUPBoats]

I have not been able to find anyone who has load tested the options. I have it on my list of video to make but am having issues getting the correct load testing gear. From my research on more traditional soft shackles the main contributor to the breaking load is the knot rather than the method of completing this shackle. Based off this research which is sadly not backed up with data I would say they are similar. The key is the knot, the Ashley stopper is great as it gives you a big square edge.

[@mrln247]

Suspect break load would be very similar with larks head/clove hitch however if it's been heavily loaded the larks head should be easier to undo.

[@jmac2543]

Very nice. How does the strength compare to a spliced shackle?

[@BottomUPBoats]

To get the max strength with a spliced shackle you need to finish it with 4 widths of rope past the stopper knot with a simple loop to hold it in place. This can result in a braking strength 230% of the base rope. I have not tested these but it will be a lot less, with only two widths and the knots to finish them off (which could be the weakest point) I would suggest it would be similar or slightly below the strength one width of rope. I am going to have to find someone with an load cell so I can run some actual comparisons for these...

[@waynethomas3638]

I was taught and therefore know that last knot as a "larks 'foot' not 'head'" as it shows the action of a birds foot grasping a stick.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Had not heard that one before, thanks for sharing !

[@scottcates]

Figure 8 the bitter ends together Lark's Head over the stopper Done

[@BottomUPBoats]

Yep, I am sure that beginners could have that down pat and under 10 seconds with a couple practise runs

[@scottcates]

@@BottomUPBoats lol

[@yaucyringo]

Thanks very much for your demonstration ! When do we need this ?

[@BottomUPBoats]

Any time, these shackles can be used in most applications that you would use a traditional metal shackle. The are lighter, cheaper and with modern rope the can be stronger than their metal cousins. They have the added advantage of causing less damage your boat, spars or humans in use cases where they may be flapping around.

[@philgray1023]

I would strongly advise the use of these on an anchor chain snubber instead of using a stainless steel chain hook. I was astonished at the damage a stainless hook can do, and how bent it was when it jammed in our bow roller. The hook was destroyed in a split second and fired off the roller like a missile ripping the cheek plate sideways. If the pulpit bars had been open fronted the hook would have hit the winch operator. Only takes one wave for the winch operator to make a mistake.

[@jadekayak01]

That was good schit-especially the last one. Will it work with dyneema?

[@BottomUPBoats]

Yes we did leave the best to last. This is my personal favourite too. It will work with dyneema, with that said I would suggest using some of the other spliced versions demonstrated on the channel if you have the time.

[@biranit50]

A 2 strand diamond knot makes a better looking, very symetrical stopper knot

[@BottomUPBoats]

Yep that is one of the best but a little hard to pull one off in ten seconds. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sIPJZKB7fZtmhKs

[@biranit50]

some extra securing trick: twist the strand together before tying the stop knot! open a "hole" is the twisted part insert the knot and the swisting will lock it secure

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for sharing, I will have to give that a go.

[@PMVINOD]

👍👍👍

[@TruBluOffroad]

Nice one. I've also been experimenting and demonstrating variations of soft shackles and will soon put up a vid of destruction tests of all different variations. Happy to add your methods and tag you if you then want to tag or share that vid.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Would love to watch the output. Thanks for stopping by.

[@seanseoltoir]

It would be interesting to see those tested for breaking strength.

[@BottomUPBoats]

It is on my list of videos to make, need to get my hands on a digital load test and we will get it out there

[@maciejtomczak3785]

If that happens, I may also be interesting to see how easy to untie different shackles may be after being subjected to sizable tension.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@maciejtomczak3785 will be interesting to test this out. Some of the more heavy duty options will be hard it not impossible to undo

[@sideswipe147]

I saw a video. IIRC they used 3/8" line (don't quote me on that) They tested to failure around 20k-22k pounds and it was typically the line that failed not the shackle.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@sideswipe147 thanks for sharing 👍

[@mistastabs5840]

Question for #4 instead of a Larks head/Cow hitch would a Bull hitch be better? Great video and Subscribed....

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for joining the crew. I had not considered the Bull Hitch, thinking it about it is obvious that they both can do the job. The Bull Hitch is slightly more secure due to the cross over in the main part of the hitch. While I have not tested it my first impressions are this will make it harder to undo after load has been applied, if this is the case I would stick with the Cow Hitch. With that said it is up to you, both will do a good job.

[@mistastabs5840]

@@BottomUPBoatsDarn good point, my first thought it would be more secure and less likely to loosen if bounced around. Getting it undo might be an issue...

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@mistastabs5840 the shackles tend to stay locked even after light load. If you are worried about them come undone you can loop a Velcro strip around the knot end to keep it neat and tidy

[@theflamingone8729]

You can treat the loop end as you would to change a Lark's Head into a Bullock Hitch.

[@mofobos]

Great video. What kind of rope are you using?

[@BottomUPBoats]

Bob, this is 4mm double braid. With that said you can tie these with any single or double braid rope, selecting different stopper knots base on the thickness.

[@hop333]

Nice demo. Do any of these work in dyneema braid?

[@BottomUPBoats]

They all will. With that said there are neater options that can be easily made with dyneema braid. Head to our channel and you will find 3 or for optima to try 👍

[@chiefeagleeye]

Bunyip , particularly what would you use these knots for?. As i have an arsenal of stoppers , why do i need these ones Sir?. Thank you for your time. Cheer’s Namaste… !!!

[@BottomUPBoats]

With the strength of modern dyneema rope many people have switched to using rope soft shackles rather than traditional metal shackles. Sailors and Climber are using rope shackles as they are lighter, stronger, cheaper in addition to being able to make them yourself. Some use cases include. Attaching halyards or sheets to your sails Attaching pulleys to fixed points on your boat Joining a tow cable to a car. Hang your hammock.

[@tanguerochas]

Any strength comparisons to the diamond and button knot versions? To the ones that use a brummel splice loop?

[@BottomUPBoats]

I have not down any, hope to try and build a test rig this winter to take some. It will be less but still ok for most use cases with modern rope.

[@tanguerochas]

@@BottomUPBoats Makes for great paracord carabiner substitutes! As strong as most non-climbing carabiners. I figure it at 70% of the line breaking strength at a guess. At 50% it would still be more than 250 lbs on 550 paracord.

[@johncallow22]

If I want to secure anything properly I use a Rosendahl Bend to create a loop.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for sharing I will have to give that one a go...

[@AnonymousWon-uu5yn]

Frank bush shows a type of soft shackle that is quick release. To see it look up frank bushes rapid ridgeline.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping by and for sharing some other options, i will be sure to take a look.

[@TheSnatchbuckler]

Did he just show about 7 different knots or am I losing my mind? Could have sworn he ended with "number 4" but also pretty sure I saw more knots than that. Either way, great video. Easy to follow and also entertaining, and that's tough to do.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for stopping and leaving some feedback. Glad you liked it 👍

[@micheldunne6911]

Thanks for an awesome video, well explained and demonstrated. Subscribe

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[@andrewrobinson2869]

#4

[@BottomUPBoats]

Is one of our favourites too.

[@ItAintMeBabe99]

Nice demo, but what would this knot be used for? Is it used on boats?

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for the feedback. These can be used to replace metal shackles across a variety of use cases. With the strength of modern rope the dynemma version can be even stronger than the metal alternatives. On boats, for towing cars, while climbing, just about anywhere you need to join two things together.

[@hubey]

Becoming a popular way to attach hammock tree straps together too.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@hubey the use cases are only limited by your imagination. 👍

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@hubey nice one, the use cases are nearly endless if you put your mind to it.

[@theflamingone8729]

Good question thanks.. Good answers too,thanks again.

[@L-36]

Any data to back up all these clams? I know from other videos that the simple overhand knot slips so soft shackles based on them are not particurally strong. I have only tested diamond and button knots myself.

[@BottomUPBoats]

I have not got around to load testing these, may be a job for the winter. The shackle strength is linked to the knot you use, with strength increasing with a large square edge on the base of the knot. If you were looking for the strongest I would guess that the ashley stopper knot will give you the best results.

[@daveopincarne3718]

Allen, Check out the HowNot2 chanel. I think you would particulary enjoy it. They did a sailing series as well. BTW, I've been enjoying you mast climbing videos. I just moved up to a 28' Yankee with a keel stepped mast, so I'll be taking some trips to the top this spring.

[@BottomUPBoats]

@@daveopincarne3718 good luck with the new boat. Lots of other option to consider both spliced and with knots in this playlist. kzbin.info/aero/PLMoCfFBA9IMXC6P0b6Ql8822sZnthEYfk

[@L-36]

@@daveopincarne3718 Hi Dave, Thanks for the comment. Good to hear from you.

[@MarcelinhoCabelo]

😉💪

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[@fernandotuzinkiewiecz7066]

Hola 👋 una consulta Cuanto soportaría con un cordin de 8 o cuerda de 10 mm Muchas gracias

[@BottomUPBoats]

Estos no los he probado. La fuerza del nudo será el factor limitante, supongo que se romperán según la carga de la abrazadera que sepas que usas.

[@benh9928]

Can you use these with dyneema?

[@BottomUPBoats]

yep, works on both single and double braided rope including Dyneema.

[@zchuss1]

I still use a pile hitch to secure it.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Thanks for sharing, another good option.

[@whereswaldo1191]

Will these work with dyneema ? How do you think the breaking strain compares to the bury methods.

[@BottomUPBoats]

The breaking strain will be less, the primary reason for this is the bury give you 4 widths where the rope exits the knot into the main body of the shackle. Secondary reason for the reduced strength will be the methods for doing the lock, the knot based locks will also reduce the breaking strain. For there reason we recommend the burry method if you have the time. These are great if you only have double braid or need to get something done in a hurry. Finally yes there will work with dyneema, I am going to have to do some break tests to get data to confirm the variation in the strength of the various options.

[@GarryNichols]

no

[@SeilarbeitRopeWork]

Layk

[@BottomUPBoats]

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[@goofyvideos]

The Ashley in 1/2" line requires careful dressing to lock the knot itself up tightly. Nice and big tho. With the Lark's Head being used, I wonder how big of a knot is really needed to stop it.

[@BottomUPBoats]

Yes you need to be careful with the Ashley stopper knot and how you finish it. With that said big is beautiful when it comes to stopper knots on soft shackles. Research shows that the size and finish of the knot contribute to the breaking load. Most will break on or around the knot, I don't thing the larks head has a big impact. I have not personally load tested these, maybe that's an idea for an upcoming video !

[@kadmow]

. The larger the radiuses in the stopper knot the stronger the final result same with the bight end, if it is wrapping around 4 lines it will be stronger than if only 2 are at the neck of the shackle. Takehome is large bend radius translates to near full line strength.

[@qrixas]

I liked this presentation, but I did get a sense of Bob Ross.

[@BottomUPBoats]

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[@sailingbrewer]

Will this work with dynema

[@BottomUPBoats]

100 %

[@MJ-tz8cq]

just a question: what is the application for this soft shackles?

[@BottomUPBoats]

on boats they can now be used in most places traditional shackles are used, fixing pulleys to fixed points, sails to sheets or halyards to name a few. Climbers also use then in place of metal options as they are light and have high breaking loads if made out of modern rope. They are also big with 4X4 users, much safer to winch with these as if the cable breaks you don't have bits of metal flying around.

[@blackrockbrewing5141]

What are these good for?

[@BottomUPBoats]

Any time, these shackles can be used in most applications that you would use a traditional metal shackle. They are lighter, cheaper and with modern rope the can be stronger than their metal cousins. They have the added advantage of causing less damage your boat, spars or humans in use cases where they may be flapping around .

[@davidbaddiley5878]

Awesome thanks. 👍🍻 @sailingpopeye

[@BottomUPBoats]

Our pleasure, thanks for taking the time to provide positive feedback. It makes our day when viewers find our content useful !!!

[@idaho_girl]

Have these been tested for strength?

[@BottomUPBoats]

I’ve have not tested them, need to find a load cell so we can make the Video