X8A Tack Shackle

This shackle design sews into the tack of a jib in place of a sail ring, making it much easier to use than normal snap shackles and without the need for extensive lashing. Mounting lugs formed into the sides of the shackle allow it to be easily sewn into a sail tack, firmly securing the shackle into the sail to prevent shifting and twisting that occurs with regular shackles. Standard 1″ webbing fits snugly into rounded lugs to prevent chafing. Releasable under load, lanyard line or webbing can be looped through the trigger hole for “crouch free” easy release.