Wichard Softlink 4.0 Soft Shackle - 4mm Diameter - 5/32" - 80mm Length - 3-5/32"

The Wichard Softlink 4.0 Soft Shackle is purpose-built for modern sailors and water sports enthusiasts who demand lightweight rigging solutions without compromising strength. Whether you're securing halyards, controlling boom vang, or managing deck hardware on sailboats and racing yachts, this 4mm diameter soft shackle delivers the performance recreational and professional crews expect. Unlike traditional metal shackles, soft shackles eliminate weight aloft, reduce noise, and improve safety by minimizing hard-impact injury risk—a critical consideration when working on moving boats in challenging conditions.

Engineered by Wichard, a leader in marine hardware, the Softlink 4.0 features a synthetic high-strength fiber construction rated for the same breaking strength as comparable metal equivalents at a fraction of the weight. The 80mm length (approximately 3-5/32 inches) and 4mm diameter make it ideal for mid-range applications on cruising and racing sailboats where precision and reliability matter. The soft shackle design eliminates pinch points and reduces chafe against rigging and deck fittings, extending the service life of both the shackle and connected equipment while improving ease of handling during rigging adjustments and sail changes.

Sailors upgrading from traditional stainless steel shackles will experience immediate benefits in ease of use, weight reduction, and crew safety. The Wichard Softlink 4.0 integrates seamlessly into existing rigging systems and works across a broad range of boom gallows, topping lifts, and control line applications on monohulls and multihulls. Installation is straightforward—simply integrate into your existing rigging configuration using standard shackle attachment points, and the soft shackle's low weight means no structural reinforcement is required. For anyone serious about optimizing on-deck safety and performance, this soft shackle offers genuine value at sea.