T-H Marine Winch Straps & Cables

T-H Marine Winch Straps & Cables: Built for the Boat Ramp

When it comes to securing your boat on the trailer and making launch day as smooth as possible, few names carry as much weight as T-H Marine. Founded in 1975, this Huntsville, Alabama-based manufacturer has spent five decades engineering practical, durable solutions for everyday boaters and tournament-level anglers alike. Their approach to winch straps and cables reflects the same problem-solving DNA that produced iconic innovations like the first commercially available jack plate and the first remote livewell drain valve.

The Z-LAUNCH: A Smarter Way to Hit the Water

T-H Marine’s standout entry in the winch strap and launch cord category is the patented Z-LAUNCH Watercraft Launch Cord, available in multiple sizes to match different boat lengths. The Z-LAUNCH 10 is designed for boats up to 16 feet, while the Z-LAUNCH 15 covers the 17–22 foot range, and the Z-LAUNCH 20 handles larger vessels from 23 to 35 feet. What sets it apart from a traditional flat strap is its premium elastic construction, which automatically adjusts tension as you back your boat into the water — preventing the jarring jerk that can damage your bow eye or upset a solo launch. It expands to more than 20 feet and attaches in just three steps: hook to the bow, ring to the winch, lock in place.

The Z-LAUNCH is particularly well-suited for ramps that prohibit the use of powered winches, and it has earned recognition among professional tournament anglers on the BASS and FLW circuits. Its ability to make solo launching straightforward — without an extra set of hands on the dock — is a genuine quality-of-life improvement for any boater who trailers regularly.

Winch Straps Built for Marine Conditions

Beyond the Z-LAUNCH, T-H Marine also offers traditional winch straps engineered specifically for the demands of trailering in a marine environment. Their winch strap products are constructed with UV-protected, high-impact polyester webbing to resist the degradation that sunlight and moisture can inflict over time. The included heavy-duty hook features a wide opening for quick, one-handed attachment and detachment — a small but meaningful detail when you’re managing a boat by yourself at a busy ramp. These straps are compatible with most hand-crank trailer winches rated up to 2,000 lbs. capacity.

T-H Marine also offers a purpose-built Winch Strap Hook for boaters who need a hardware replacement rather than a full strap assembly. Its corrosion-resistant construction is designed to hold up against the saltwater spray and humidity that prematurely age standard steel hardware.

Why T-H Marine for Winch Components?

Winch straps and cables are classic wear items that should be inspected regularly and replaced before they become a liability at the ramp. T-H Marine’s approach — combining corrosion-resistant materials, UV-stabilized webbing, and thoughtfully engineered hardware — makes their offerings a reliable choice for boaters who want longevity and confidence every time they load or unload. As a Tier 1 boat accessory manufacturer whose products appear on virtually every type of recreational boat built in the United States, T-H Marine brings OEM-grade quality standards to the aftermarket shelf.

Explore the full lineup of winch straps and cables available here, or visit the complete T-H Marine brand page to discover the full range of trailering, rigging, and on-water accessories they offer.