6" boat cleats

Ride The Waves are the United kingdom's number 1 dealer of 6" boat cleats. A boat cleat is a device that's used for securing a rope and as ropes are an important part of boating - boat cleats are equally as much of a necessity.

We stock and sell several different types of 6" boat cleats. A number of boat cleats are more common and used more than others - we carry an array of styles and accommodate every one of our consumers.

A common expression used throughout the world - but is extremely suitable to the boating world is: "You're only as strong as the weakest link". It doesn't matter if you're utilising a 6" boat cleat for docking, towing a dinghy, mooring or securing a halyard - a boat cleat is absolutely intrinsic for all of the above.

We supply marine grade 6" boat cleats, 6 inch black plastic boat cleats and six inch stainless steel boat cleats.

Deciding on the material of your boat cleat will be contingent on the intention of what you will be using your cleat for; a tiny cleat can be utilised as an cosmetic accent, but would basically be appropriate to hang something such as a fender from it. While, a sturdy steel boat cleat with a backing plate will be appropriate for main bow or stern dock lines.

Ensure that you buy a 6" boat cleat that is strong enough for the purpose of which you intend it for - it is impossible to make a mistake with a 6" stainless steel boat cleat - they're incredibly strong and they look unquestionably fantastic for any part of your boat.

What size boat cleat do I need?

Working out what size boat cleat that you require is fairly easy to workout. The size of cleat that you require will depend on the size of your line and the size of your line will depend on the size of your boat.

It is important that you put your boat cleats at regular intervals down the port and starboard of your boat.
You really should have at the very least - three boat cleats per side.
The more cleats that you install (within reason) - the better!

We have a range of 6" boat cleats, including marine grade stainless steel boat cleats in a range of designs including: