Viadana blocks are designed for sailing line-handling systems on dinghies, sailboats, keelboats, and cruising yachts. The range includes single, double, and triple blocks, ball bearing blocks, fiddle blocks, ratchet blocks, wire blocks, and other configurations used to guide, redirect, and control running rigging. Viadana sailing hardware is available in different sheave diameters, load capacities, mounting styles, and materials to suit various rigging applications. When selecting Viadana blocks, the line diameter, working load, sheave size, number of sheaves, attachment method, and intended position in the sailing system should be checked carefully.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Single Block 55.090.01 is a compact stainless steel sailing block with a 17 mm nylon sheave, designed for ropes up to 5 mm and rated for a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 11.57
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Single Block with Becket 55.090.02 features stainless steel construction and a 17 mm nylon sheave for ropes up to 5 mm, with a breaking load of 300 kg.
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$ 16
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Swivel Block with Shackle 55.090.03 is a stainless steel micro block with a 17 mm nylon sheave for ropes up to 5 mm, featuring a swivel shackle configuration and a 200 kg breaking load.
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$ 20.59
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Double Block 55.090.04 is a compact stainless steel double block with 17 mm nylon sheaves, suitable for ropes up to 5 mm and rated for a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 22.64
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Double Block with Rope Guide 55.090.05 combines stainless steel construction, 17 mm nylon sheaves and an integrated rope guide for ropes up to 5 mm, with a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 26.01
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Triple Block 55.090.06 is a stainless steel triple sailing block fitted with 17 mm nylon sheaves for ropes up to 5 mm, with a breaking load of 300 kg.
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$ 34.71
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Triple Block with Hoist 55.090.07 is a compact stainless steel triple block with 17 mm nylon sheaves, suitable for ropes up to 5 mm and rated to a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 38.11
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Footblock 55.090.08 is a compact stainless steel deck-mounted block with 2-screw mounting and a 17 mm nylon sheave, suitable for ropes up to 5 mm with a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 16.41
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Single Block with Becket and Cam 55.090.09 is a stainless steel sailing block with a 17 mm nylon sheave for ropes up to 5 mm, combining a single block, becket and cam configuration with a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 20.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Double Block with Becket and Cam 55.090.10 combines a stainless steel body with 17 mm nylon sheaves for ropes up to 5 mm and is rated for a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 34.69
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Triple Block with Becket and Cam 55.090.11 is a compact stainless steel triple block fitted with 17 mm nylon sheaves for ropes up to 5 mm, with a breaking load of 300 kg.
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$ 46.31
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Optimist-Type Micro Block 55.090.20 is a compact stainless steel block with a 17 mm nylon sheave, suitable for ropes up to 5 mm and rated for a 300 kg breaking load.
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$ 35.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Shackle 55.090.30 is a dedicated accessory for Viadana micro blocks 55.090.01 and 55.090.02, intended for use with the 17 mm micro-block series for ropes up to 5 mm.
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$ 3.86
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Micro Double In-Line Block 55.090.31 is a compact stainless steel in-line double block with 17 mm nylon sheaves for ropes up to 5 mm and a breaking load of 300 kg.
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$ 18.84
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Single Blocks are compact stainless steel sailing blocks fitted with 25 mm nylon sheaves. The range includes a standard version for ropes up to 6 mm with a 650 kg breaking load, plus standard and ball-bearing versions for ropes up to 8 mm.
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$ 16
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Single Blocks with Becket are compact stainless steel sailing blocks fitted with 25 mm nylon sheaves. The range includes a standard version for ropes up to 6 mm with a 650 kg breaking load, plus standard and ball-bearing versions for ropes up to 8 mm.
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$ 16.29
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Swivel Blocks are compact stainless steel sailing blocks fitted with 25 mm nylon sheaves. The range includes a swivel block with shackle for ropes up to 6 mm with a 350 kg breaking load, plus standard and ball-bearing swivel-head versions for ropes up to 8 mm.
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$ 21.83
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Double Block 55.040.04 is a stainless steel double block fitted with 25 mm nylon sheaves, suitable for ropes up to 6 mm and rated for a 650 kg breaking load.
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$ 26.52
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Triple Block 55.040.05 is a stainless steel triple block with 25 mm nylon sheaves, designed for ropes up to 6 mm and offering a 650 kg breaking load.
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$ 38.34
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1-2 weeks delivery time Viadana Mini Single Block with Becket and Cam Cleat 55.040.06 combines stainless steel construction with a 25 mm nylon sheave for ropes up to 6 mm and is rated for a 650 kg breaking load.
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$ 23.68
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What types of Viadana blocks are available?
Viadana blocks are available in a wide range of configurations, including single, double, and triple blocks, ball bearing blocks, fiddle blocks, ratchet blocks, wire blocks, and compact micro blocks.
Different versions are designed for specific line diameters, loads, and mounting arrangements within a sailing rig.
What are Viadana sailing blocks used for?
Viadana sailing blocks are used to guide and redirect ropes, reduce friction, and create mechanical advantage in running rigging systems. They can be used in mainsheet systems, control lines, halyards, tackles, and other sail-handling applications.
How do I choose the correct Viadana block?
Selection should consider rope diameter, expected working load, sheave diameter, number of sheaves, attachment method, and the direction in which the line needs to run.
The block should also be matched to the specific function within the rigging system rather than selected only by overall size.
What is the difference between standard and ball bearing Viadana blocks?
Ball bearing blocks use bearing systems designed to reduce friction and allow the sheave to rotate more freely under appropriate loads. Standard blocks may use simpler bearing arrangements and can be suitable for applications where low friction is less critical.
The correct design depends on line speed, load, frequency of adjustment, and the intended sailing application.
Are Viadana blocks suitable for different types of sailing boats?
Yes. Viadana produces sailing hardware for a range of vessels, from smaller sailing boats and dinghies to keelboats and cabin cruisers. The correct block should be selected according to the load and rigging requirements of the individual boat.
What should be checked when replacing a Viadana sailing block?
Check the original block size, sheave diameter, rope diameter, attachment style, number of sheaves, and expected load. Photographs and the original Viadana part number can also help identify the correct replacement.