{"product_id":"1-2-x-22-heavy-duty-synthetic-soft-shackle-56-000-lbs-break-strength-with-extra-sleeves-for-off-road-recovery","title":"2Pcs 1\/2\" x 22\" Soft Shackle 33,000 lbs with Protective Sleeves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c!-- more --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFITMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSize: 1\/2\" Diameter x 22\" Length\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCompatibility: Designed for truck, Jeep \u0026amp; ATV recovery applications.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse Case: Safer and lighter than traditional metal D-ring shackles.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Synthetic Soft Shackle changes the equation. Made from Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) — the same fiber used in bulletproof vests — these shackles deliver 33,000 lbs of break strength at a fraction of the weight of steel. The vibrant orange fiber with black protective sleeves is easy to spot in mud, snow, or low light — you’ll never lose track of your connection points during a recovery. The infinite knot design means no pins to lose, no threads to seize, and no metal projectile if a recovery goes wrong.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe included protective sleeves prevent abrasion on vehicle recovery points, and the UV-resistant, waterproof construction won’t rust, corrode, or degrade in mud and water. At under a pound each, you can toss these in your recovery bag and forget they’re there — until you need them. For Jeeps, trucks, and ATVs where weight matters and safety is non-negotiable, soft shackles are the modern recovery standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene — the same material in marine mooring lines and ballistic armor. Lighter than steel, stronger than steel by weight, and won’t rust. Each shackle is rated for 33,000 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA recovery strap or rope breaks, a metal shackle becomes a 2-pound projectile. A soft shackle weighs ounces and won’t cause the same damage. No metal pins to shear, no threads to strip — just fiber that either holds or breaks safely.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Hardware to Lose The closed-loop knot design secures without pins, latches, or tools. Pass the loop end through the recovery point, thread the knotted end through the loop, pull tight — done. Faster than a screw pin shackle, with nothing to drop in the mud. The bright orange fiber is always visible in low light.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike steel, these shackles float. They won’t rust, corrode, or absorb water. Mud rinses off. Sun doesn’t degrade the fiber. Store them wet if you have to — they don’t care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUHMWPE Synthetic Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" Diameter x 22\" Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreak Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyester Protective Sleeves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Pcs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Testing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEvery hitch component is crafted from high-grade, premium materials and engineered to meet rigorous industry towing safety standards. Our weight and break strength ratings are backed by extensive laboratory load testing to ensure reliable, heavy-duty performance under real-world conditions. Every structural component undergoes strict, multi-stage quality control before leaving our facility to guarantee maximum safety and peace of mind on the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are soft shackles really as strong as steel shackles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Pound for pound, UHMWPE is stronger than steel. Our soft shackles are rated at 33,000 lbs — comparable to many steel shackles in the same price range. The key difference: if overloaded, a steel shackle can deform or shatter; a soft shackle will break more gradually and with far less dangerous recoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I use the infinite knot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Pass the loop end of the shackle through your vehicle’s recovery point, then thread the knotted end completely through the loop opening. Pull the shackle tight until the loop cinches firmly behind the knot. It creates a rock-solid, tool-free connection in seconds — and releases just as fast when the recovery is done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the protective sleeve wear out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the sleeve is a wear item designed to protect the underlying fiber. Replace it when you see significant fraying or thinning. The sleeve is cheap insurance — don’t run the shackle without it against metal edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use soft shackles with a kinetic rope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes — soft shackles pair perfectly with kinetic ropes. The smooth fiber-on-fiber connection won’t abrade either component. Combined with a kinetic rope, you have a recovery setup that’s lighter, safer, and quieter than an all-steel rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Need a kinetic rope or hitch receiver to complete your recovery setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Pair these shackles with our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www..com\/collections\/trailer-hitch\/products\/-1-x-30ft-heavy-duty-kinetic-recovery-rope-35-000-lbs-break-strength-off-road-snatch-strap-for-truck-suv-jeep\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\" x 30ft kinetic recovery rope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the ultimate lightweight recovery kit. Add a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www..com\/collections\/trailer-hitch\/products\/-2-hitch-receiver-70000-lbs-strength-d-ring-lock\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e70,000 lbs D-ring hitch receiver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor your truck-side anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True American Diesel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47261104079036,"sku":"TH-0014","price":99.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/4101\/8044\/files\/1_e02ef7d1-fb96-419c-a66c-486df09d9498.png?v=1786464398","url":"https:\/\/trueamericandiesel.com\/products\/1-2-x-22-heavy-duty-synthetic-soft-shackle-56-000-lbs-break-strength-with-extra-sleeves-for-off-road-recovery","provider":"TrueAmericanDiesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}