Ronstan SHOCK Blocks - Simple Efficient Low Friction Rings

Published Date: December 17 2020

shock

©Kohlhoff-Stuhlemmer Sailing

 

The name of the Ronstan SHOCK Block is derived from SHeaveless blOCK and reflects the growing trend for replacing ball bearing blocks, with “low friction rings”, in a whole range of sailing system applications. Lightweight, high-load with no moving parts, Shock blocks are perfect for control lines and small purchase systems.


Made of anodised aluminium, Ronstan Shocks are available in two sizes (for lines up to 5mm and 10mm max diameters) and 3 colour options (Blue, Red and Grey). They are specifically designed for soft attachment; either spliced directly onto the end of a line, lashed or fixed in place with webbing.

Ronstan Shock BlocksThe elongated attachment aperture has been designed to ensure correct alignment of the Shock to the line load, whilst the gentle overall 3D geometry is kind on the running line and forgiving to lead-angle variations.


Tech Specs.

 

 

Line Min (mm)

Line Max (mm)

Height (mm)

Width (mm)

Length (mm)

BL (kg)

Weight (g)

Shock 5mm

1.5

5.0

8.5

14.9

22.9

350

2.5

Shock 10mm

3.0

10.0

14.5

24.8

36.0

1000

12

 

Key Benefits:

 

  • Lightweight
  • Compact
  • Cost effective
  • NO moving parts – maintenance free
  • Durable
  • Colour coded
  • Impact resistant
  • Strength to weight ratio
  • Soft attachment

    Applications
  • Line deflectors
  • Purchase systems
  • In-hauls / Out-hauls / Tweakers
  • Lazy jacks
  • Dinghy Vang
  • Cunningham

 

Summary

 

It is obvious that a lot of thought and engineering has gone into creating such a simple product. If you have a dinghy, sportsboat or any yacht with small diameter control lines; armed with a handful of Ronstan Shocks, some single braid Dyneema® and bungy cord, you can transform your onboard systems!

 

You can view Ronstan Shocks online here or if you have any questions about any deck hardware issues, please feel free to contact us at support@upffront.com or by clicking the link below check our full range of Low friction rings:

 

back to list
  • There are no suggestions because the search field is empty.

We are constantly reporting on the latest innovations in the marine industry which offer weight savings whilst, at the same time, increasing safety factors. The result: lighter, faster, safer and more exciting sailing.

Recent Posts

Popular Posts

Tags

See all