Clamcleat® — The World's Leading Rope Cleat Specialist

Since 1965, Clamcleat® Limited has been the global reference in rope cleats for sailing and marine applications. Born from a simple yet revolutionary idea in 1963, the brand introduced a unique clamping principle: grip proportional to load, with no moving parts — an innovation that transformed rope management on sailboats forever.

Based in Welwyn Garden City, England, Clamcleat® is a family-run company now in its third generation, with a commitment to quality that has never wavered. Every cleat is produced entirely at the UK factory, from design and toolmaking through casting, moulding, finishing and packaging — ensuring full control over every stage of production.

From those humble beginnings, the range has grown to include over 150 different cleats and accessories, available in marine-grade nylon, aluminium and hard anodised aluminium to suit every load requirement and environment. Whether you're rigging a racing dinghy, a cruising yacht, a windsurfer or a kitesurfing setup, there is a Clamcleat® solution designed for you.

The brand's heritage speaks for itself. Sir Francis Chichester relied on ten CL201 cleats aboard Gipsy Moth IV during his record-breaking solo circumnavigation in 1966–67 — a testament to the reliability and performance that Clamcleat® has delivered for over six decades.

Beyond sailing, Clamcleat® cleats serve numerous industrial applications, proving that great engineering transcends any single market. With a worldwide distributor network and a catalogue built on simplicity, durability and innovation, Clamcleat® remains the go-to choice for sailors and professionals who demand nothing but the best from their rope-holding hardware.