Gear
by Peter Nielsen
Mar 14, 2017
2 minutes
BLOCK PARTY
Ratchet blocks are common on raceboats, but their benefits extend to cruising boats too. They have a ratchet that prevents the sheave from turning in one direction when it is loaded, but lets it spin when you ease the line. Ratchet blocks are especially useful for furling lines, making it easier to control the amount of sail you are letting out or taking in. Schaefer’s
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