Where can i get a rope clamp?

[Mike k]

My 14mm bow line is about 8metres long because once free from the pontoon I need to tie it onto a vertical handrail back in the cockpit. At the moment it is just wrapped around the handrail many times and then tied off. That's ok but a) it takes a minute to do it and b) the same again to undo c) the bitter end is always flapping about and doesn't look secure. Is there any device that I can fix to the handrail( 1'') and just thread the rope through and press on a clamp lever to secure it ?
You would think it would something simple but I have looked all over and can't see anything but don't want to buy a rope clutch as they are expensive.

cheers for any ideas.

Mike

 

[alahol2]

Can you not just bolt an ordinary horn cleat to the upright? One turn will secure the line until you are clear and can tidy the tail at leisure.

 

[Lakesailor]

Does it have to be on the guardrail A £2 plastic cleat on the coaming or toe rail will do the trick.

 

[prv]

Coil it up and stow it properly?

Pete

 

[Bertramdriver]

Tie it on to the pontoon and leave it there when you leave. Just a few secs to fish a loop when you return

 

[xeitosaphil]

Don't see why you need a clamp? if it's only short term to re use in say a new manoeuvre in the short term, just put a couple of half hitches around the top of one of the stanchion/ guard rails and coil the spare. If a more permanent solution is required, as said, stow and re-install when necessary which could be considered more appropriate and safer.

 

[VicS]

Coil it up and stow it properly?

Pete

Don't see why you need a clamp? if it's only short term to re use in say a new manoeuvre in the short term, just put a couple of half hitches around the top of one of the stanchion/ guard rails and coil the spare. If a more permanent solution is required, as said, stow and re-install when necessary which could be considered more appropriate and safer.

I think you find find the Op has mobo. I guess you leave the dock lines on the cleats just like you leave the fenders dangling over the side if you have a mobo

 

[sarabande]

Clamcleat. Easy: Instant grab.

http://www.clamcleat.com/

 

[Mike k]

Clamcleat. Easy: Instant grab.

http://www.clamcleat.com/

thanks to all for the responses and advice.Going to go for the clamcleat cheers Sarabande great find, now where to order one??!!

 

[Mike k]

I think you find find the Op has mobo. I guess you leave the dock lines on the cleats just like you leave the fenders dangling over the side if you have a mobo

thanks VicS most helpful!!

 

[sailorman]

thanks to all for the responses and advice.Going to go for the clamcleat cheers Sarabande great find, now where to order one??!!

I have 2 of these as new

http://www.clamcleat.com/cleats/cleat_details.asp?theid2=87

 

[Mike k]

I have 2 of these as new

http://www.clamcleat.com/cleats/cleat_details.asp?theid2=87

Thanks very much sailorman much appreciated but I need 14mm types, I have checked out the web sites and its not looking good from the main chandleries so am going to contact Camcleat direct tomorrow.

Thanks again

Mike

 

[single]

Or http://www.jimmygreen.co.uk/item/588/barton--apos-k-apos--cam-cleats

 

[Wooden Boat Fittings]

Clamcleat. Easy: Instant grab.

Absolutely. And if you bolt one to a wooden handle you get a good solid snatch-grip, even on narrow lines --

Mike

 

[Spi D]

Been using Clamcleats for years on previous and current boats and recommend them.

Works great for many purposes, to me especially for fenders. When researching you'll see alternatives that you might consider.

Try a Google for
'cleats clam OR fender'
'rope holder'