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
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3848 Pinstop Endstop Kit is for flat mast grooves, enabling quick detachment of cars and mainsails, with one kit needed per installation and incompatible with flanged tracks.
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$ 360.80
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3849.2M Flanged Track is a 2-meter, hardcoat-anodized aluminum track ideal for carbon spars, featuring a groove for racing sails with boltropes or slugs.
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$ 375.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3849.6M Flanged Track is a 6-meter, premium aluminum track, hardcoat-anodized for durability, designed for racing sails and recommended for carbon spars.
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$ 1,140.14
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 385 Double Fiddle Block Swivel is built for gross-trim and fine-tune mainsheet systems, simplifying installation and reducing line clutter.
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$ 422.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3850 Track Endstop Kit for round mast grooves includes endstops, Loctite®, and two slug mounts to protect cars from shock loads.
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$ 97.78
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3851 Track Endstop Kit for flat mast grooves absorbs shock loads and provides reliable components to safeguard the car and ensure durable installation.
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$ 97.78
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3852 CB Headboard Car Assembly enhances sail handling for shorthanded crews, featuring solid aluminum construction and ball bearing cars for smooth hoisting and reefing.
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$ 1,565.89
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3853 32mm Slug-Mount Track is designed for mast-up installation with hardcoat-anodized aluminum and a secure slug system.
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$ 375.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3854 Track Mounting Kit for flat mast grooves provides slugs and connectors, ensuring proper fit and secure assembly for each track section.
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$ 226.58
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3855 Track Endstop Kit for flat mast grooves includes fasteners, slugs, and two endstops to absorb shock loads and protect the car.
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$ 215.03
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3856 CB Battcar 10 mm Stud facilitates effortless sail handling with full-length battens, robust aluminum construction, and ball-bearing cars for smooth operation.
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$ 642.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3857 CB Battcar 12 mm Stud combines full-length battens with a ball-bearing system, offering durable and efficient sail handling for shorthanded crews.
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$ 663.89
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3858.2M Flanged Track is a 2-meter hardcoat-anodized aluminum track, designed for carbon spars with a groove suitable for boltropes or slugs.
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$ 429.36
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3858.6M Flanged Track is a 6-meter high-grade aluminum track, hardcoat-anodized for durability, ideal for carbon spars and racing sails.
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$ 1,273.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3859 Universal CB Battcar provides smooth sail handling with a one-piece aluminum body and free-rolling bearings, suitable for efficient raising, dousing, and reefing.
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$ 469.05
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 386 Double Fiddle Hexaratchet® Block Swivel simplifies mainsheet systems with efficient design, reducing line clutter and enhancing sail handling.
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$ 1,006.65
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3860 CB Battcar Reef allows smooth raising, dousing, and reefing with lightweight aluminum construction and ball-bearing cars, acting like an extra crew member.
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$ 638.61
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3861 Web-On Headboard Plate is an aluminum plate for easy sailmaker installation, fitting a 1-inch webbing strap and allowing attachment of cheek blocks for leech lines.
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$ 728.84
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3862 flat-top web-on headboard plate is designed to simplify sail attachment for sailmakers, featuring an aluminum build with rounded edges to prevent sail damage and support 1 in (25 mm) webbing straps, compatible with the 3852 System B CB headboard car.
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$ 1,118.50
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Harken 3863 27mm CB Battcar Intermediate provides easy raising, dousing, and reefing of mainsails, offering additional support when sailing shorthanded with a lightweight aluminum body and free-rolling ball bearing cars for fast operation.
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$ 378.84
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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.