A sailboat block consists of one or more sheaves held between two cheeks. It increases mechanical advantage and can be used...
A single block has only one sheave and is often used at the end of a line run, just before a cleat or a winch.
A swivel block turns on a shaft mounted at the top. It is widely used as a sheet blocks.
A block with a becket has a second attachment point at the end opposite that of its main anchoring fitting. It is often used...
A cruising sail is designed for recreation and passage making rather than racing.
Sailboat cordage includes sheets, halyards, roller reefing gear and other lines found on board. Some types are more suitable...
A cheek block is mounted flush against a part of the vessel and serves to properly orient lines for convenient maneuvering.
The rigging screw is used to tighten or loosen lines or cables with fixed ends. It often is used in sailboat standing rigging.
