A UK Sailing technology firm has developed a new innovative gripping device that enables quick rigging and rapid adjustment of ropes to pre set knotted positions along their length.

The uniquely designed rope grip device holds pre-knotted ropes even when load is not being applied.

The Q-Lok™ was conceived by Dave Shuster in his garden shed as a means of adjusting the Cunningham sail on his dinghy. Dave took his prototype to Clamcleats Ltd who used their expertise to manufacture the design as a affordable and highly effective rope adjustment and gripping system. Extensive testing on the Q-Lok™ was carried out during development stages to such an extent that it was proved strong enough to support the entire weight of an average sized dinghy! (but please don't try this at home).

Produced from high grade stainless steel for durability, the Q- Lok™ works best with 3-4mm ropes (1/8"), it is supplied in packs of two with one piece ready assembled onto a 1 Metre section of rope, this gives the user instant ability to assess practicality of the Q- Lok™ straight from the pack. Instructions are included within the pack and also online.

For additional information on Q-Lok™ and a whole host of other rope holding devices, please visit www.q-lok.co.uk