Product of the Day: New Harken Carbo Pivoting Lead

This week, we will be highlighting some of the new Harken Products that just recently hit the shelves. Today, we're reviewing the new carbo pivoting lead block: 

Key features: 

• 25% lighter than previous model
• Replaces metallic version (mounting points match old version)
• Comes in Carbo-Cam and Cam-Matic versions
• Available in 2 sizes- 29mm and 40mm 
• Cams can be mounted upside down

All-New Carbo® Pivoting Lead Blocks are up to 25% Lighter

Racers can trim even more weight off their mast and boom with the new Harken Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks—these high-strength, glass-reinforced composite blocks are up to 25% lighter than the Classic version they replace. With maximum working loads up to 136 kg (300 lb), they're perfect for sheets and halyards on small boats and control lines on larger boats.

"I was psyched to install the new Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks on my F-18," says product designer Graham Walker. "I use a 40 mm for the spin halyard and two 29s for the cunningham on my rotating mast. I was able to switch out to lighter blocks that have the same working load and same mounting hold pattern, and now I don't have to worry about corrosion between stainless bases and my aluminum mast."

Pivoting Lead Blocks allow free mast rotation while still allowing cleating and control from the cockpit. They're also ideal as boom-mounted mainsheet blocks for converting old systems where the skipper has to reach aft to trim the sheet.

Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks feature the same hole spacing and rivet size as Classic Pivoting Lead Blocks for easy upgrades. An integrated reversible cam cleat allows you to swap the cleating or uncleating direction—up or down on mastbase configurations and fore or aft on horizontal installations. The high-load ball bearings, sheave, and sideplates are all corrosion proof and UV-stabilized for maximum weather resistance. Carbo Pivoting Lead Blocks are available in 29 mm and 40 mm sizes with aluminum or Carbo Cam® Cleats.

Zhik on the new Nacra 17

Take a look at how Zhik is being used on some of the new Nacra 17's. This video features  future Australian Olympians, Jason Waterhouse and Lisa Darmanin discussing the benefits of the Zhik Superwarm Skiff Suit and the T2 Harness. 

The Zhik Superwarm Suit

If you sail in cold water then get this suit. As a long john suit it has flexibility to be combined with the technical tops for various temperature conditions. In the super cold, combine it with the SuperWarm top. This may eliminate the need to ever wear a dry suit again.

The new ZhikSkin SuperWarm material is specially made for the Zhik suits, and it is quite simply the ultimate in neoprene available. We have combined the water repellent Hydrophobic high quality outer shell with a super stretchy neoprene, and layer of titanium and a layer of MicroFleece. All four layers build the total solution of weather protection, temperature insulation, reflective inner layer and thermal base layer. All in one material. 

If you need to take a pee between races, then bust open the Loo Rip. No need to take the suit off and freeze to death. This Loo Rip feature works in both the mens and ladies suits. 

Zhik Superwarm: http://www.mauriprosailing.com/us/category/1-Zhik-Wetsuits.html

T-2 Harness

The evolution continues with Zhik's latest generation trapeze harness. 

Stretch Crotch
Respect your junk, the most comfortable ride now has multiple layers to distribute loads. 

Contoured Fit
3D contoured shape, engineered for enhanced movement and increased strength. 

T2 Spreader Bar
Super strong 316 stainless spreader, now padded for ultimate riding comfort. 

Heavy Duty Construction
Reinforced construction with reduced point loads and multiple layers in key areas. 

2d Velcro Adjustment
25% more contact area & optimised adjustability for that perfect fit. 

Lumbar Support 
Fully adjustable lumbar pad provides comfort and support to ride harder & longer. 

Zhik T-2 Harness: http://www.mauriprosailing.com/us/category/1-Zhik-T2-Trapeze-Harness.html

New Gill Floating Sunglasses

You remember that time your sunglasses got knocked overboard and sank? Most of us here at Mauri Pro Sailing, especially myself, can recall multiple memories where we see the glasses slowly sinking beneath the surface and gone forever. I'm more than positive that my last 2 sunglasses are at the bottom of the Chesapeake bay.

But just when all hope was lost on sunglasses.... there was a miracle! Gill came out with an awesome collection of Polarized Sunglasses and the best thing about them.... wait for it.... THEY FLOAT!

Now, they've actually been around for a little while now, but the entire line just got retrofitted with some new designs and colors. And we have to say, they look extremely stylish!  And don't worry, some of them have the wide sides, so you can show off that awesome sunglasses tan to all your friends at the club.

So take a look at some of the new designs and try them out for yourself. I have a pair of these glasses and love them! If these didn't float, I'm pretty sure I would have lost these glasses months ago.

THANK YOU GILL!

Technical Information


Polaroid's polarizing lenses are made up of a number of functional elements ultra-carefully bonded together to achieve a high-performance optical product: The main element of the sandwich lens construction is the polarizing light filter in the center. Laminated to both sides of the filter are UV light absorbers, which block 100% of harmful UVA, UVB, and UVC radiation. Optically corrected, shatter-resistant cushion elements are laminated to both sides of the UV absorbers, followed by a unique scratch- proof coating applied to the outer surfaces.


A hydrophobic outer lens coating sheds water and reduces salt residue, while oleophobic technology is applied to the inside face, repelling fingerprints, sun lotion and skin oils all culminating to provide optimum clear vision.




The frames are made of a low density, light, tough and flexible material for maximum buoyancy, and have been molded in a wrap-around design so they stay anchored to your face, whatever the weather. Extra comfort and grip comes from the use of ingenious soft pads that cushion the temple, and a neat integral molding for the bridge of the nose.

Check out more of the collection here: Gill Sunglasses

And just to pay homage to my favorite pair of glasses, here's the last known photo of both of us together. You will be missed.....