Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for windably receiving and storably holding an elongated continuous flexible member. The flexible member is easily and rapidly removed from the apparatus. The apparatus generally includes an elongated columnar support. A lower arm is secured to the columnar support adjacent to the lower end. The lower arm forms an acute angle with that portion of the columnar support adjacent to the lower end thereof. An upper arm is releasably secured to the columnar support adjacent to the upper end of the columnar support. The upper arm forms an acute angle with that portion of the columnar support adjacent to the upper end. When the upper arm is released relative to the columnar support, the flexible member is readily removed from the apparatus at a wound unit.