The addi Click Rocket Squared set combines two of addi's ideas. The tips are squared with slightly rounded edges, an ergonomic shape that many knitters find easier to hold than a round needle, and they have the longer, pointier Rocket point with a lightly textured surface.
The short set has eight pairs of 4" tips from US 4 to US 11 and five blue cords, from 16" to 40", each with a slit for threading a lifeline. It also comes with a cord connector and an addi Grip. A standard set with 5" tips is also listed.
It's meant for knitters who get hand or wrist fatigue on long projects. The square shape gives the fingers flat sides to rest on, so many people find they grip less tightly.
Good for
- Knitters with hand, wrist or thumb fatigue
- Lace and textured stitches that need a sharp point
- Hats and sleeves on the 16" cord with short tips
- Long projects like blankets and sweaters
Using it
Square needles can make your stitches look a touch more even, but they can also change your gauge, so swatch before committing. The 4" tips are handy for small circumferences on the 16" cord; if you have large hands or prefer longer needles, the 5" set may be more comfortable. Use the lifeline slit in the cord: thread scrap yarn through it as you knit a row, and you have a safe point to rip back to. Our gauge guide explains how to swatch well.
Looking after it
Wipe tips clean and keep them in their case or a pouch so the points aren't knocked. Coil cords loosely to prevent kinks.
