Series 40 Ratchet Block, Single/Cleat, 385lb. SWL, 3.4oz. from RONSTAN
Practical Sailor's Ratchet Block Click-Off rated Ronstan's Orbit block "Overall, the most impressive with its grip, versatility, and lightweight design. " The newest addition to Ronstan’s Orbit range of super lightweight, fiber-reinforced blocks. Ideal for sheet applications on dinghies up to 16' and control line applications for small keel boats. There are two styles of Series 40 ratchet blocks. Many of the top Grand Prix Laser sailors are switching to Orbit blocks.

29mm Carbo Clew Block Assembly from HARKEN
From the folks who invented ball bearing blocks, this line of blocks boasts an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. 29mm doubles and triples feature a U-lock to hold the swivel in the front or side position, or allow it to spin freely. Use the 40mm blocks for jib and mainsheet systems on high-performance dinghies, and for high-load control lines on small keelboats. The 57mm blocks have an enormous working range that makes them ideal for main and jib sheets, spinnaker halyards and control lines.

Large Dinghy Snatch Block, 9/16" Line Dia., 40mm Sheave Dia., 1300 SWL from HOLT ALLEN
Glass-filled nylon cheeks with 316 stainless straps increase working efficiency more than 50% with minimal weight increase. Stainless ball bearings in a polypropylene cassette. For spinnaker sheet, jib sheet turning blocks, etc. Cheek Material/Finish: Glass filled nylon. Ball Bearing: Stainless ball bearings. Opening: Hinged cheek/axle.

300 Series Fairlead Block, Fixed Style, 2-7/32" x 3/4" from SCHAEFER
Same as the Schaefer 200 Series fairlead blocks, but with twice the working load. Use #10 fasteners. Configuration: Lead block. Sheave: UV-stabilized white Delrin®. Ball Bearings: Delrin. Sheave Size: 1-7/16" (37mm). Line Diameter: 7/16". Cheek Material/Finish: Polished stainless.

Series 60 Orbit Block, Single Light-Load, 2-3/8" Sheave Size, 1,710lb. SWL, 4.7oz. from RONSTAN
These exceptionally strong blocks feature the performance Orbit sheave with captive Acetal ball bearings for side thrust loads, eliminating the need for side retainer plates. The 75mm webbing block (RF79107) can be used where swivel head and shackle attachment is not required to achieve further weight savings. Sheave Size: 2-3/8" (60mm) or 3" (75mm). Line Diameter: Series 60: 1/2" (12mm), Series 75: 9/16" (14mm). Cheek Material/Finish: Anodized aluminum.

Ratchet Orbit Block, Cheek, Counter-Clockwise, 550lb. SWL, 2.7oz. from RONSTAN
Practical Sailor's Ratchet Block Click-Off rated Ronstan's Orbit block "Overall, the most impressive with its grip, versatility, and lightweight design. It can be set at a 0 or 90 degree orientation, provides stress-free articulation without allowing the block to over-rotate, and is locked in place with a security clip that doesn’t require tools to fit. The Dyneema link is also more compatible with carbon, Dyneema and webbing connection points than steel loop tops or shackles.