FEATURES

• Up to 20:1 holding power
• Smooth easing of sheets
• High-performance cleating
• Easily fitted and securely retained Dyneema® Link head
• Automatic & manual ratchet block

    

• PRODUCT INFORMATION

  Automatic ratchet block

  Now you can enjoy the flexibility of setting up your ratchet blocks to suit you. Ronstan is the only company that offers a ratchet block with both auto and manual engagement modes*. In the auto mode of the ratchet mechanism engages when the load is applied, but switches off when it's released. This lets the sheet run out smoothly and freely- great for rapid easing of the sheet and for gybing asymmetric spinnakers. In manual mode, the ratchet mechanism can be switched on or off as required. This is the preferred mainsheet set-up for many top sailors. Try the block in both modes and see which you prefer - you really can't go wrong.

  * Selected Series 55 models.

  • Simple and secure attachment

    The Dyneema® Link is easily fitted and is retained securely by a moUlded retainer clip. The flexible link can be left with one end attached to the block when fitting - no more lost shackle pins. The system is compatible with Dyneema®/Spectra® strops, webbing, and caron connection points - much more so than steel loop tops or shackles. In auto mode, the sheet runs out smoothly and freely as soon as the ratchet mechanism disengages. In manual mode, the sheave cross-hole geomEtry eliminates the 'shuddering' run-out that you can expect from traditional v-groove ratchet blocks.