LaserDadRI
New Member
Can anyone make any recommendations on replacement mainsheet blocks? Didnt find much at Rooster - my usual source.
Replacement Mainsheet Blocks
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hospadar
tiny boat fiend
I just got a pair of viadana ball bearing swivel blocks for a sunfish that i like (i did a similar upgrade to a Zuma a while back). Not very expensive and don't require replacing the eyestraps on the boom (i have a sunfish but same idea)
Like these: Viadana USA Yacht Equipment - Viadana Single Ball Bearing Block 28mm
(Different sizes available depending on what diameter mainsheet you use)
Like these: Viadana USA Yacht Equipment - Viadana Single Ball Bearing Block 28mm
(Different sizes available depending on what diameter mainsheet you use)
LaLi
Well-Known Member
Hospadar, you can't use those blocks on a Laser. The boom blocks have to be either a certain Allen or Harken model. Viadana in general is a brand that I personally avoid due to past bad experiences (in another class).
LaserDad, I assume you're talking about the ratchet block. Which one do you have now and why do you want to replace it?
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LaserDad, I assume you're talking about the ratchet block. Which one do you have now and why do you want to replace it?
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joe c
banned
Usonedesign has stuff and those guys all race and cruise. Plus nearby. I like them. And budget is a big part of the equation. I usually buy the ratchomatics. About 110 to 115 bucks. Youll get a million different arguments answers here..I buy what's local usually or from vendors I like. West marine carries the carbos and there are 2 within 5 miles of me. And they have a nice sale once a year I try to scoop stuff up at. I got the last one from boat locker on sale for 105 bucks.
Those Viadana blocks aren't legal on a Sunfish either 
pvansch1
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