Welded Shackle for Releasable Leash

Replacement welded shackle for the Hala releasable leash system. Use this to replace a bent, damaged, or missing shackle on your quick-release leash. Compatible with all Hala releasable leash systems.

If your shackle ring is bent or misshapen, please fill out this form to request a courtesy replacement.

Before You Use Your Releasable Leash -- Safety Essentials

A releasable leash is safety equipment. Using it incorrectly on moving water can be life-threatening. Review these critical points before every paddle:

Pull Direction: Straight Down Only

Pull the release pin STRAIGHT DOWN to release -- never toward you. Pulling toward you applies force to the wrong part of the mechanism: the pin will not release and you can damage the shackle. Practice your release on dry land before you get on the water.

• YES: Pull straight down on the release pin (the red ball)
• NO: Do not pull the ball toward you

Rope Loop and Ball Must Be Free and Clear

Before every session, check that the rope loop and ball are hanging freely outside the shackle body. If the rope loop or ball passes through the shackle ring, the leash will not release when you pull it. This check takes two seconds and could save your life.

• CORRECT: Rope loop and ball hanging free and clear of the shackle
• INCORRECT: Rope loop or ball threaded through the shackle ring

Leash Attachment

Attach the carabiner to an anchored loop on the FRONT of your PFD. The release mechanism must remain reachable 100% of the time. Never attach to a position where the carabiner can slide to your back and become out of reach. Do not attach to your leg on moving water -- only quick-release waist leashes are safe on rivers.

Always Inspect Before Use

Check the shackle, carabiner, rope, and release mechanism before every session. Replace any bent, cracked, or worn components immediately.

Read the full SUP Safety guide -- covers leash selection, pull direction, rope loop checks, river swimming positions, and more.