Sailing Single Blocks

Blocks are essential devices in sailing. Essentially, a block is a pulley; typically, it consists of a frame containing a grooved wheel that can accommodate a line. Assemblies with only one wheel or sheave are called single blocks. You can find them all over a sailboat; they are used to lift loads or maneuver sheets with minimal friction regardless of which direction the rope moves in. They can also be used in combination. Single sailing blocks can be made of different materials, including metal, wood, and plastic. Typically, their names imply their function.

For example, there are fiddle, linked, shock, spinnaker, utility, and simple sheave blocks, among other types. On our virtual shelves, we have selected a broad choice of quality single sailing blocks to fit every type of vessel. The features defining the blocks include the line diameter, sheave type, maximum load, and other specific characteristics. Depending on the purpose and task, there are blocks with a back plate, becket, snap shackle, and swivel fork, among others. We offer exclusive products made by trusted companies, tested to meet or exceed industry standards, and built to deliver performance and long-lasting efficiency.