Wichard 3-Hook Fixed Line Elastic Safety Tether

Description

Offshore sailing puts a genuine premium on gear that fails safely rather than gear that just looks strong, and this Wichard Double Releasable Elastic Tether does exactly that: it’s built with an overload indicator that follows OSR (ISAF) recommendations, giving you a visible warning before a component actually gives way under load rather than snapping without notice.

Three hooks give you real flexibility clipping in around a cockpit or moving forward on deck: two fluorescent double-action safety hooks that resist accidental release, plus one quick-opening snap shackle for a fast disconnect when you need to get clear in an emergency. The high-visibility fluorescent color on the hooks matters more than it might seem, since finding and confirming a proper connection at night or in rough weather shouldn’t require guesswork.

One elastic line runs 1 to 2 meters, stretching to keep slack out of your way as you move around the boat, paired with a 1-meter fixed line for a more static attachment point when that’s what the situation calls for. Both the safety snap hooks and the webbing are built to marine-grade standards, 316L stainless steel hardware paired with polyamide webbing that resists UV degradation and saltwater breakdown far better than a standard nylon strap would.

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