Harken Blocks are essential components for sailboats, designed to handle loaded control lines with efficiency and precision. These boat blocks, including small boat blocks and ratchet blocks, come in various configurations to suit different sailing nee
1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Enhance your sailing experience with the precision-engineered Harken HK297 Micro Wedge Kit. This innovative kit features a low wedge set angled at 15°, specifically crafted for the cam cleat, providing optimal performance and security. Compatible with a range of Harken cleats including Micro, Standard, and Offshore models, this versatile wedge kit ensures a seamless integration with your existing sailing equipment, improving handling and control on the water while optimizing efficiency and ease of use.
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€ 7,56
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK298 Standard Wire Fairlead, measuring 65mm in length, 32mm in width, and with fastener spacing of 38mm, is tailored to fit the cam 365. It ensures a low-profile design, efficiently securing the line near the cleat.
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€ 14,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Standard X-Treme Angle Fairlead, compatible with cam 365, enables smooth releasing and recleating at angles of up to 90°, setting it apart from conventional fairleads that struggle to maintain grip at extreme angles without requiring line realignment for recleating.
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€ 27,65
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK380 Standard Fairlead X-Treme Angle Carbo-Cam 38mm package includes the Cam 365 and Fairlead 375, facilitating smooth operation at angles up to 90°. With its lightweight, fiber-reinforced components, including the 365 Carbo Cam and 380 X-Treme Angle fairlead, this kit ensures secure locking and efficient line guidance.
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€ 19,99
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK424B Blue Micro Cleat Flairlead, fitting cam 471, is lightweight and durable, featuring stainless wearguards for longevity. Available in various colors for effective cam color-coding.
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€ 9,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK424G Green Micro Cleat Flairlead, designed to complement cam 471, boasts lightweight construction with reinforced fibers and stainless wearguards for extended durability. Available in multiple colors, these flairleads offer easy color-coding options for your cams.
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€ 9,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK424R Red Micro Cleat Flairlead, designed to fit cam 471, is lightweight and durable. Its fiber-reinforced construction, along with stainless wearguards, ensures longevity, while various color options allow for easy cam identification.
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€ 9,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK424Y Yellow Micro Cleat Flairlead, designed for cam 471, features lightweight construction with stainless wearguards for enhanced durability, available in multiple colors for easy cam color-coding.
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€ 9,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK424Z Black Micro Cleat Flairlead, designed for the cam 471, is a lightweight solution reinforced with fiber and stainless steel wearguards for extended durability. Available in different colors, it allows for easy color-coding of your cams.
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€ 9,08
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK425B Blue Cam Cleat Flairlead, designed for the cam 365, features lightweight fiber-reinforced construction and stainless wearguards for durability. Its availability in various colors allows for easy color-coding of your cams.
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€ 9,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK425G Green Cam Cleat Flairlead is tailored for the cam 365, ensuring a snug fit. Constructed with lightweight, fiber-reinforced materials and stainless wearguards, it offers durability and comes in a variety of colors for effortless cam color-coding.
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€ 9,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK425R Red Cam Cleat Flairlead is tailored to fit the cam 365. Lightweight and durable, this flairlead boasts fiber-reinforced construction with stainless wearguards for longevity. Available in different colors, it enables convenient color-coding of your cams.
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€ 9,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK425Y Yellow Cam Cleat Flairlead, constructed with lightweight, fibre-reinforced materials and stainless wearguards for durability, offers color-coded options for easy identification. With dimensions of 16mm height, 56mm length, and 21mm width, it fits cam models 150 and 365. Weighing just 7 grams and featuring a fastener spacing of 38mm, it's a practical choice for efficient use.
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€ 9,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK425Z Black Cam Cleat Flairlead, tailored for the cam 365, boasts stainless wearguards for durability and is available in various colors for easy cam identification.
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€ 9,93
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK475 Micro Wire Fairlead, tailored for the cam 471, offers a sleek design that keeps the line close to the cleat for optimal performance on the water.
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€ 10,87
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT Introducing the Harken HK476 Micro X-Treme Angle Fairlead, designed to fit the cam 471 perfectly. This innovative fairlead enables releasing and recleating at angles up to 90° to the cleat, ensuring line stability without the hassle of centering for recleating.
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€ 25,29
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK494 Standard Fast Release Fairlead, designed for the Cam 365, features angled stainless steel line guides to prevent unexpected recleats. Ideal for swift spinnaker take-downs during mark roundings, it ensures smooth maneuvers with its low-friction design. Crafted from durable composite materials, it pairs perfectly with the 150 Cam-Matic or the 365 Carbo-Cam for reliable performance on the water.
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€ 29,55
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK495 Micro Fast Release Fairlead, compatible with cam 471, boasts innovative design with low-friction, angled stainless steel line guides, ensuring smooth maneuvers by directing the line away from the cam. Ideal for swift spinnaker take-downs during mark roundings, it's made of tough composite materials for durability, and pairs perfectly with the 468 or 471 Micro Cam-Matics.
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€ 25,29
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK3274 12 mm Bolt-Down Fairlead Single, suitable for boats ranging from 6–15 m (20–50 ft), serves as a shallow-angle line deflector. It can handle lines up to Ø 10 mm and is constructed from durable 6061-T6 Hard Lube-anodized Aluminium, minimizing weight while maintaining resilience. Smooth surfaces and radiused center holes are incorporated to mitigate line wear.
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€ 55,55
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1-2 weeks delivery time Price incl. 19% VAT The Harken HK3275 12 mm Bolt-Down Fairlead Double is an essential component for boats ranging from 6 to 15 meters (20 to 50 feet) in length. Crafted from durable 6061-T6 Hard Lube-anodized Aluminium, these fairleads efficiently facilitate shallow-angle line deflection, accommodating lines with a maximum diameter of 10mm. Smooth surfaces and radiused center holes minimize wear on the lines, ensuring prolonged durability and optimal performance.
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€ 85,33
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What are the key features of a Harken Element Block and how is it used in sailing?
Harken Element Blocks are designed with durability and performance in mind, featuring a combination of aluminum side plates and composite sheaves. These blocks are ideal for a variety of sailing applications, from halyards to control lines. Their bearing system ensures smooth operation under both high and low loads, making them suitable for fast trim and release. Available in various configurations such as single block, fiddle block, and snatch block, they cater to the diverse needs of sailors.
The 16mm Micro Block is perfect for light load applications on small sailboats, while the 75mm Carbo Block is better suited for handling larger loads on bigger boats. Harken’s selection of blocks, including the Element Fiddle and Carbo Fiddle Block, are considered some of the best in the industry, providing reliable performance for both cruising and racing scenarios.
How does a fiddle block differ from a single block in terms of functionality
A fiddle block differs from a single block in that it has two sheaves, allowing it to manage more complex rigging setups and offer greater mechanical advantage. This makes it ideal for applications where precise trimming and efficient release under high or low loads are required. Fiddle blocks, like the 16 mm and bullet blocks in Harken's selection of sailboat blocks, are essential for leading control lines aft and ensuring smooth operation in various sailing conditions.
How does a micro block differ from a standard block in terms of usage on a sailboat?
A micro block differs from a standard block in terms of size and weight, making it ideal for applications where space and weight savings are crucial. Classic blocks, such as those in the selection of Harken blocks, include micro blocks designed for smooth and efficient trim and release under high loads. These compact blocks, like the triple carbo, are made with high-quality materials to ensure durability and performance, making them some of the best blocks available in Harken hardware.