Ronstan Small SHOCKS™ Sheaveless Block, Red (Pair) – 350kg Breaking Load

Elevate your rigging performance with the Ronstan Small SHOCKS™ Sheaveless Block. Sold as a pair, these ultra-lightweight and compact blocks offer a high-load, maintenance-free solution for demanding control line systems. Engineered from durable anodized aluminum, their gentle 3-dimensional geometry is kind on lines and resilient to the harshest marine environments, including sand and grit. Upgrade your setup for superior efficiency and reliability.

Key Benefits:

• High Load Capacity: Boasts a robust 350kg (770lbs) breaking load and a 175kg (385lbs) minimum working load, providing secure performance for critical applications.
• Ultra-Lightweight & Compact: Weighing a mere 2.5g (0.01oz) with compact dimensions (8.5mm H x 14.9mm W x 22.9mm L), these blocks minimize bulk and weight in your rigging while offering excellent free running at moderate changes of angle.
• Durable & Maintenance-Free: Constructed from anodized aluminum with no moving parts, SHOCKS™ offer ultimate durability, are resistant to grit and salt, and require no maintenance.
• Versatile Line Compatibility: Designed to accept lines from 1.4mm to 5mm (1/16" - 3/16"), they are compatible with both high-tech uncovered braids and traditional double braids. The elongated attachment aperture also accommodates webbing attachment, ensuring intended orientation.

Applications:

The versatility of Ronstan SHOCKS™ makes them ideal for a virtually limitless range of applications. They excel in high-performance dinghy and small sailboat rigging for uses such as tweakers, vangs, trapezes, cunninghams, barber haulers, and kite bridles. On larger boats, they are handy for lazy jacks, sail covers, tie-downs, ladder and motor hoists, and various other control line deflections and purchase systems. They are also a popular choice for kitesurfing and paragliding.