Precision U.S.-made shackles offer race-ready high performance, one-handed operation and they can be snapped open under load. Large bail size ideal for additional sheets, spinnakers and other multi-line applications.

Tylaska T5 Snap Shackles are perfect for small boat applications requiring high strength and low weight. They have a breaking strength of 5,000 lbs and weigh just 2.2 ounces in the standard bail configuration. Ideal for J-24s, Mumm 30s and similar boats.

Tylaska T8 Snap Shackles are perfect for applications requiring high strength and low weight. They have a breaking strength of 8,000 lbs and weigh only 3.5 ounces in the standard bail configuration. Ideal for the 24 to 36 foot sailboat.

Tylaska T12 Snap Shackles are perfect for applications requiring high strength and low weight. They have a breaking strength of 12,000 lbs and weigh only 5.6 ounces in the standard bail configuration. Ideal for 30 to 45 foot boats.

Tylaska T20 Snap Shackles are larger shackles designed for mid- to large-sized boats. They are popular on the America's Cup racing circuit. The T-20 has a breaking strength of 20,000 lbs. Standard bail configurations weigh only 11.9 oz. Ideal for 40 to 70 foot sailboats.

Tylaska T30 Snap Shackles are designed for large sailboats that need to support strong loads. With a breaking strength of 30,000 pounds, this shackle can handle sail loads on the largest of sailboats. A number of around-the-world racing teams utilize the T30. Ideal for 60 to 80 foot boats.

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