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PostPosted: Tue Jul 20, 2021 10:59 am 
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I just bought a used Hobie Cat 14.

I need help threading the blocks

The top block is a double and is where the rope ends in a knot. The bottom block is a triple with a ratchet in the center.

There is no clew on the bottom block.

I've watched countless of videos but none where the blocks are different sizes.

Can someone help me?


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PostPosted: Tue Jul 20, 2021 4:29 pm 
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You have basically the same as a 6:1, but the line stops at the top block instead of returning to the lower. So steps 1 through 6. At 6, tie to the becket on the upper block.

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PostPosted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:47 am 
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Thank you so much!

Do I need a clew or is the center ratchet sufficent?

Jenn


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PostPosted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 5:14 am 
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Not clew. Cleat. Do I need one if the bottom block’s center is a ratchet?


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PostPosted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 8:18 am 
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You don't "need" a cleat, but they make the sailing much easier on your hands / arms. Holding the sail load all the time is fatiguing.

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PostPosted: Wed Jul 21, 2021 8:19 am 
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Thank you so much!


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