Boomerang Tool Company's premium ProGrip Gear Leash is great for keeping kayak and paddle board paddles, fishing rods, canoe oars, and MORE within reach! The built-in ratchet mechanism locks the reel in 5" intervals. Just pull the retractor to the desired length and the cord will lock in place, give it another pull and the reel unlocks and retracts. With our Retractable ProGrip Rod and Paddle Tether, your paddles and rods will always be secure and will never float away! Always wash your retractable gear tethers, fishing zingers, and end fittings after each use. Submerge your retractable gear tethers and zingers in freshwater and pull the reel out a few times, while submerged, to flush out any debris inside the reel.