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CL241 and CL273 provide ideal solution to new 420 rule
Added Feb 2010
Extract from rules: D.4.2.3 (m) Headsail tack adjustment system, consisting of a shackle on the stemhead fitting, one cleat without moving parts mounted on the foredeck one fairlead directly behind the cleat and a single piece of rope.
Cleat on sash windows
Added Oct 2009
HappyLift Sah Windows Hardware in Holland are using a CL204 Mini to attach the rope to a sah balance on their sash windows.
New side-entry Racing Micros cleats
Added Feb 2009
CL277 (Starboard), CL278 (Port), with a silver or hard anodised finish.
Line-Lok® now in 4 sizes
Added Feb 2009
Line-Lok® line tensioners is now made in 4 sizes to hold cords between 1mm and 8mm diameter.
Golden Drake select Clamcleat® CL203 for use with Stinger Anchor
Added Jan 2009
The innovative Stinger anchor for Kayaks uses a Clamcleat® Junior for adjustment.
New speed sailing world record !
Added Oct 2008
Clamcleat® rope cleats are used on the world's fastest kite.
No Cams, just Clams
Added Mar 2008
Will Loy breaks new ground in Solo class by kitting out his new dinghy completely with clamcleat® rope cleats for the control lines.
Dimitri Maramenides, chooses Clamcleat rope cleats
Added Jun 2007
Eclipse Kites used Clamcleats Ltd to turn the EZ-LOCK from Concept to Reality in 9 weeks.
New Racing Micros cleats
Added Nov 2006
Racing Micros cleats extend the range of cleats that hold ropes from 1-4mm (3/64"-5/32").
Keeper fitted to Kayak.
Added Jun 2006
Nigel Dennis Sea-Kayaks have fitted the CL814 keeper for better skeg control.
Keeper and Cage fitted to Merlin Rocket.
Added Jun 2006
Fitting Cage and Keeper eases gybing and improves flexibility.
Keeper fitted to Lark.
Added Jun 2006
Lark Sailors fit Keeper onto a CL211mk2 for centreboard control.
Taser class allow Keeper.
Added Jun 2006
Interpretation banning Clamcleat® Keepers has been withdrawn.
Keepers win Design Award
Added Nov 2005
Keepers awarded Category Winner in DAME design award at Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS) in Amsterdam in November 2005.
CL257 receives "Screw" and "Cam" upgrade
Added Jul 2005
CL257 received "Screw" and "Cam" upgrade this season to enhance performance in challenging applications such as on the new "Smartkat". A catamaran designed for ease of sailing.
Blokart®: Now using the CL248 Pulley and cleat
Added Nov 2004
The cleat allows the downhaul to be easily adjusted to the optimum setting. Ideal when encountering changing conditions.
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PRESS RELEASES - MARINE

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Sailing

Keeper Wins Major Awards
Added Jan 2006
Clamcleats Limited’s innovative new accessory, the Keeper, has won two major awards in 2005.
NEW PERFORMANCE ACCESSORY
Added Aug 2005
The Cage, Clamcleats Limited’s latest accessory, allows ropes to be cleated and uncleated at an angle of up to 70 degrees, rather than only in line with the cleat.
A whole new cleating experience
Added Jul 2005
New accessories improve cleat performance
FIXING ALLOYS CLEATS BY WELDING IS QUICK AND COST-EFFECTIVE
Added Jul 2005
Uncoated cleats can be welded to any aluminium craft that will be used in freshwater. Typical applications include cleats for quick and easy control of anchors and for tying-up alongside docks and pontoons
Optimistic about the Micros
Added Nov 2004
New Deck/Spar cleat for 1-4mm diameter line
LOST FOR A BECKET?
Added Oct 2004
Becket provides a neat and efficient way to achieve a 2:1 advantage
Autorelease cleat prevents broken rudder
Added Oct 2004
Cleat provides best insurance policy yet against damaged rudders
Increase your pulling power
Added Oct 2004
Power Grip cleats allow you to pull ropes up to 4x as hard without pain.
Hard Anodising
Added Oct 2004
Gives a high-tech and fashionable appearance as well as offering superior resistance to sea water corrosion.
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Windsurfing / Kitesurfing

New speed sailing world record !
Added Oct 2008
Clamcleat® rope cleats are used on the world's fastest kite.
New Cobra Cleat
Added Nov 2004
Brake line cleat outperforms all other adjustment devices.
Keep your hands on the bar
Added Nov 2004
All that is needed to adjust the power is to rotate the bar.
Outhaul the competition
Added Oct 2004
Improved boom cleat makes it even easier to maintain the ideal sail shape.
Increase your pulling power
Added Oct 2004
Power Grip cleats allow you to pull ropes up to 4x as hard without pain.
Ultimate in Power Control
Added Oct 2004
Cleats for kite surfing control lines
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Trade

Instant Display Posters
Added Oct 2004
Ideal for shop display or a salesman's folder
Retail Starter Kits
Added Oct 2004
Help improve retail sales.
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PRESS RELEASES - NON MARINE

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Antenna Masts

QUICK AND SECURE SET-UP FOR MOBILE MAST GUY LINES
Added Sep 2005
Setting up and tensioning guy lines on mobile antenna masts can be done easily and securely with Clamcleat® CL260 Line-Lok® guy runners.
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Blinds

Ultimate blind control
Added Oct 2004
Advanced technology holds all types of small ropes.
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Camping

Buy online, use on a line
Added Jul 2005
Clamcleat® Line-Lok® guy line runners - which out-perform all other alloy and plastic runners - can now be bought on-line at www.cleats.co.uk
Mini Cleat For Mini Ropes
Added Jul 2005
Mini Line-Lok® cleat uses advanced tooth technology to hold securely all types of ropes and lines from 0.3mm to 3mm diameter
Holding power in Miniature
Added Oct 2004
New innovative guy line tensioner, locks lines securely but is easy to release even with gloves on.
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