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Sailboat Rope Clutches & JammersHow-To Guides

Hold and release lines under load with clutches and jammers matched to your rope diameters. Learn how to lay out and select clutches for a clean, efficient cockpit.

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    Selecting Cleats vs Clutches

    Choose a cam cleat when you constantly adjust a line by hand, and a rope clutch or jammer when the line needs to be held under sustained load, such as...

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    Jammers vs. Clutches

    The core difference is load release: a rope clutch can be opened and let a line run while it is still under load, whereas a jammer cannot be released under...