Pat. 11913234. Pat. 11933053

A SYSTEM THAT WORKS SMARTER: UP TO 50% FEWER CLIPS REQUIRED

The Hitch™ Cladding Attachment System by Longboard is engineered for exceptional strength, supporting high wind loads and heavy cladding dead loads with confidence. By allowing up to 50% fewer clips, Hitch ™ reduces penetrations, cuts material and labor costs, and accelerates installation schedules. The system is built with ease of installation in mind including simple adjustments to accommodate substrate inconsistencies making it faster, cleaner, and more efficient from start to finish

Engineered for precision installation

The Hitch ™ System is purpose-built to ensure accurate spacing and fasteners every time. Pre-engineered brackets and rails eliminate on-site improvisation, reducing install time and rework.

Certified efficiency built close to home

Manufactured entirely in North America, the Hitch™ System meets the rigorous standards of the Passive House Institute, delivering up to 94% thermal efficiency.

Universal cladding comparability

The Hitch ™ system adapts
easily to vertical or horizontal
girt configurations,
making it a versatile choice
for nearly any
rainscreen design.

ENGINEERED FOR PRECISION INSTALLATION

The Hitch system stands out in the PHI Façade Anchor component Database for delivering exceptional thermal performance in heavy cladding applications. With a PHI efficiency qualifying it as an Advanced Component-Hitch achieves superior thermal break performance while supporting cladding weights. This positions it among the top-performing systems for stone, terracotta, and masonry façades.

Thermal analysis of a building façade showing temperature distribution (left) and heat flux across a cross-section (right), highlighting the Hitch system’s effectiveness in shielding the mounting substrate from the cold exterior environment and reducing heat loss.

The HitchTM Cladding Attachment System can achieve effective R-Values up to R60 for various types of wall assemblies while supporting heavy cladding loads in high wind load and seismic conditions – Out performing its competitors in the advancesd components class.

ADVANTAGES & BENEFITS

Passive House Certified for High-Performance Envelopes

Recognized by the Passive House Institute as an Advanced Component Façade Anchor, ideal for cool and temperate climate zones.

Delivers Up to 94% Thermal Efficiency

Engineered with advanced thermal break technology to dramatically reduce heat transfer and boost energy performance.

Supports Deep Insulation for R60+ Assemblies

Easily accommodates between 1” and 16” of continuous exterior insulation to meet aggressive energy targets and code requirements.

Built to Withstand Extreme Conditions

Tested to handle 120 psf wind load structural confidence in any climate.

Modular Design with Built-In Flexibility

Telescopic brackets provide up to 1” of on-site adjustment for fast, precise alignment on every wall assembly.

High-Strength Materials for Long-Term Performance

Made from high-tensile aluminum and stainless/galvalume steel for lasting durability and zero rust.

Cladding-Agnostic System with Seamless Integration

Works with virtually all exterior cladding types while helping you reduce install time and maintain design integrity.

Quick Installation Across All Major Substrates

Pre-engineered for rapid install on concrete, masonry, wood, and steel, minimizing labor time and field coordination.

50+ Year Service Life Backed by Proven Performance

Crafted with premium, non-combustible materials and built to deliver reliable performance for generations.

Product Components

Hitch™ SD

Insulation Thickness	SKU
1"	HITCH.SD.15
1 1/2"	HITCH.SD.20
2"	HITCH.SD.25
2 1/2"	HITCH.SD.30

Hitch™ HD

Insulation Thickness	SKU
3"	HITCH.HD.22
4"	HITCH.HD.32
6"	HITCH.HD.52
8"	HITCH.HD.72
10"	HITCH.HD.92
16"	HITCH.HD.152

Hitch™ HD+

Insulation Thickness	SKU
6"	HITCH.HDP.47
8"	HITCH.HDP.67
10"	HITCH.HDP.87
12"	HITCH.HDP.107
14"	HITCH.HDP.127
16"	HITCH.HDP.147

Depth	Type	72"	96"	120"	144"	192"
¾”	Standard	-	HITCH.75STDGRT.96	HITCH.75STDGRT.120	HITCH.75STDGRT.144	HITCH.75STDGRT.192
¾”	Edge	-	HITCH.75EDGGRT.96	HITCH.75EDGGRT.120	HITCH.75EDGGRT.144	HITCH.75EDGGRT.192
¾”	Corner	HITCH.75CRNGRT.72	-	-	-	-
¾”	Corner Edge	HITCH.75CRNEDGGRT.72	-	-	-	-
1”	Standard	-	HITCH.1STDGRT.96	HITCH.1STDGRT.120	HITCH.1STDGRT.144	HITCH.1STDGRT.192
1”	Edge	-	HITCH.1EDGGRT.96	HITCH.1EDGGRT.120	HITCH.1EDGGRT.144	HITCH.1EDGGRT.192
1”	Corner	HITCH.1CRNGRT.72	-	-	-	-
1”	Corner Edge	HITCH.1CRNEDGGRT.72	-	-	-	-

Girts

Ease of install

Simple to follow steps

Our thorough and detailed installation guides offer simple to follow steps to increase efficiency and reduce time on the job site.

The sample images are illustrative of some of the steps outlined in our documentation.

Technical Specifications

Spotlight: Techs and Specs

ENVIRONMENTAL

LEED – Evaluates a building’s environmental performance
EPD – Life-cycle environmental impact of products

ENERGY PERFORMANCE

PASSIVE HOUSE INSTITUTE – Certified Component

Documents & Files

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Info Sheet

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Material Estimate Guide

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BIM, CAD, & PDF Drawings

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Submittal Package

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Installation document

Installation Guide

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Sustainability

Thermal Review

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Sustainability

Structural Review

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Sustainability

Spacing Calculator

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Certification

Passive House

LEED

EPD

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Case Studies

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Hitch™ HD

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Description

Description

The Hitch HD Clip can accommodate continuous exterior insulation thicknesses between 3” and 16” and is suitable for use in all Passive House and ASHRAE climate zones across North America. The Hitch HD Clips are Telescopically Adjustable up to 1” and achieves a high thermal efficiency of more than 90%.