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Whether you\u2019re an angler hoping to avoid line snags or a regular boater looking to avoid stubbing your toes, cleats that can retract or fold flush with the deck could be on your radar. Here are three types of\u00a0nontripping, nonsnagging cleats to consider.<\/p>\n
Pull-Up Cleats: Whitecap 8\u2033 Stainless-Steel Pull-Up Cleat<\/h2>\n
The Hold: <\/strong>Pull-up cleats sit flush to the deck when not in use in order to prevent line snags and toe stubs. When you\u2019re ready to tie off, reach down and pull up the cleats by their horns, and a locking mechanism secures them into place, where they works like a standard boat cleats. Push down on them to retract after using, and they return flush to the deck in their\u00a0mounts.<\/p>\n The Slip:<\/strong> Caked salt can inhibit opening. Rinse and open regularly to ensure smooth operation. May require more installation depth than other-style cleats.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>$124.99; westmarine.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Hold:<\/strong> Pop-up cleats are retracted in the default position to sit flush the deck, with no protruding sharp edges to step on, trip on or snag. With a push-button release, they pop up and into place when it\u2019s time to set the dock lines. The cleat is held in place by two friction springs, and the cleat\u2019s horns and backing plate handle the load.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Slip: <\/strong>Caked salt can inhibit opening. Rinse and open regularly to ensure smooth operation. May require more installation depth than other-style cleats.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>$80.99; westmarine.com<\/a><\/p>\n Read Next:<\/strong> Installing Retractable Cleats<\/a><\/p>\n The Hold: <\/strong>Folding cleats uses a hinge system to lift them up when the dock lines are ready, and to fold them down out of the way while on the water. They\u2019re a simple yet effective way to hide the cleats when out on the water to prevent snags or toe stubs. We\u2019ve seen these mostly on smaller boats in the 25-foot-and-\u00adunder range.<\/p>\n The Slip: <\/strong>The hinges can loosen over time, making it harder for the cleats to stay deployed, but the dock lines will still hold them in place while in use.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>$52.99; westmarine.com<\/a><\/p>\n The post Three Choices for Nonsnag Cleats<\/a> appeared first on Boating Mag<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nPop-Up Cleats: Attwood 4\u00bd\u201d Stainless-Steel Pop-Up Cleat<\/h2>\n
Fold-Down Cleats: Whitecap 6\u2033 Stainless-Steel Folding Cleat<\/h2>\n