Friction blocks for sailboats and catamarans
Explore Shop & Sail’s selection of friction blocks for boats, designed to redirect and guide lines during sailing manoeuvres involving significant loads. Their simple and robust design makes them suitable for a wide range of rigging and deck hardware applications on sailboats and catamarans.
Friction blocks can be used to redirect sheets, halyards and control lines where strength and reliability are essential. Depending on the boat’s rigging configuration and the loads involved, they can be installed at different points on the deck or rigging system.
Shop & Sail offers products from recognised marine hardware manufacturers, including equipment from Antal, Harken and Wichard, selected for demanding sailing applications.
Friction blocks are used on many cruising boats, including Nautitech, Lagoon, Fountaine Pajot and Bali catamarans, as well as bluewater sailing yachts such as Outremer.
Whether you are replacing an existing block or adding a new line-routing solution to your rigging system, discover our selection of friction blocks for sailboats and catamarans, with competitive prices and fast delivery.
























