Tylaska Dogbone - Stainless Steel, 900217

A dog bone is a short, structural rod that can be attached to the end of a line. It's used like a button or toggle to make a connection to another line, grommet or deck fitting. The tapered middle and symmetric ends make the part look like a bone, hence the name "dogbone."

The dog bone is a very convenient way for attaching the halyard line to the headboard, as you can maximize sail height without the added length of a conventional shackle. It also works well for jib and spinnaker sheets, outhauls, the connection of soft loops used for attaching blocks to deck fittings, and numerous other rigging applications. Unlike a knot, the dogbone connection does not jam up under tension and can be quickly attached or detached.

Features

• Tapered design keeps line centered
  
• Unique grooved surface grips line and reduces slippage
  
• Laser engraved for easy size identification
  
• Recessed holes on ends keep leash knots captive and help reduce weight
• Cross holes on both ends allow for attachment of leash or for lashing to both sides
  
• Extra long leash included with each dogbone
  
• Edge of cross hole is flush with bottom of recessed end hole to allow for easier insertion of leash