Zhik launches double width ZhikGrip™ II ILCA Strap

ZhikGrip™ II ILCA Strap © Beau Outteridge

Zhik continues to drive racing innovation with the double-width ZhikGrip™ II ILCA Strap. Built for elite-level sailors who demand peak grip, support, and control while hiking hard, and already a global favourite among Olympic sailors, ZhikGrip™ II now comes in a double-width design for enhanced performance on the ILCA circuit.

This new strap builds on the legacy of Zhik's ZhikGrip™ II system, a game-changing, patented innovation in dinghy sailing footwear. Paired with ZhikGrip™ II Hiking Boots, available in both classic and lightweight versions, the system offers a locked-in connection between sailor and boat, trusted by Olympic medallists around the world.

Key Features include:

• Patented ZhikGrip™ II technology for unmatched boot-to-strap connection
• Wider platform to distribute hiking load and maximise boot contact
• Padded construction for long-session comfort
• Internal reinforcement for durable support
• Pre-drilled holes for quick, easy mounting
• Universal loop attachment for maximum compatibility

Available now at zhik.com and Zhik distributors.

Over the years, ZhikGrip™ II has become a cornerstone of success for ILCA sailors, helping deliver multiple World Championships and Olympic medals. Zhik has worked closely with a stellar lineup of ILCA athletes including:

Marit Bouwmeester, Tom Slingsby, Anne-Marie Rindom, Tom Burton, Mat Wearn, Jean-Baptiste Bernaz, Robert Scheidt, and many more.

This strap also complements Zhik's long-standing range of performance hikers and PowerPads™, which have supported elite sailors for over a decade. With each iteration, Zhik continues to raise the bar in comfort, durability, and technical function on the water.

"We've always believed in pushing the boundaries of design to give athletes every possible edge," said Johnny Rodgers, Zhik's Head of Marketing/Partnerships and Global Sponsorships Manager. "This new ILCA strap is built from the ground up with input from Olympic-level sailors. When paired with our patented ZhikGrip™ II boots, it delivers best-in-class performance for those chasing gold."

Engineered for elite competition and serious performance, Zhik's new range continues to redefine form and function in water sports apparel.

About Zhik

Founded in Australia, Zhik is a global leader in high-performance apparel, recognised for innovation in fabric technology and sustainability. With a heritage rooted in sailing, Zhik is expanding into new horizons with paddle and rowing, bringing technical precision to all-weather wear that meets the demands of adventurers around the world.

For more information about Zhik and Zhik products, please visit zhik.com.

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