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New Big Boat Pad-Tii: The Ultimate Soft-Attach Fitting for Keelboats
Since launching the Pad-Tii range in 2019, it has provided sailors with reliable, low-profile deck fittings for soft attachments, answering industry demand for secure and minimalistic attachment points.
So, we are excited to introduce our latest innovation and to expand the Pad-Tii range with two new options suitable for use on big boats.
The Big Boat Pad-Tii has been designed specifically for larger keelboats. This new deck fitting offers a secure, adaptable, and low-profile solution to suit the larger rope and working loads you’ve been waiting for.
We focused on creating a fitting that balances high performance with simplicity, making rigging flexible and maintenance straightforward. The Pad-Tii’s durable, streamlined design integrates seamlessly with your boat’s deck, making it a super useful attachment point for any soft attachment hardware.
The Moth class is often seen as the pinnacle of dinghy sailing, combining high-performance sailing, technical precision, and world-class regattas. At events like Foiling Week, a special competition has been established – the SuMoth Challenge.
This competition focuses on sustainability within the Moth class, inviting university and postgraduate teams to compete. The boats are judged not only on their performance but also on their use of sustainable materials and manufacturing techniques, with innovation and eco-friendly design taking precedence over racing results.
Endeavour Trophy 2024 – Champion of Champions Event.
Oliver Groves and Esther Parkhurst, representing the 2000 class, claimed the prestigious Endeavour Trophy after a nail-biting weekend of racing on the River Crouch. The duo, from Beaver Sailing Club in North Yorkshire, showcased remarkable consistency throughout the two days, ultimately securing victory by a clear four-point margin.
Day one saw Groves and Parkhurst take the lead after four races, with a series of strong results (1st, 2nd, 2nd, and 3rd), positioning them as overnight leaders. Despite their impressive performance, they faced stiff competition from Waszp sailors Sam Whaley and Jess Hammett. Whaley and Hammett dominated much of the first day with three race wins, but a disappointing 11th place in the second race left them trailing by six points. Whaley later reflected on their tactics, explaining how their focus was on strong starts, sailing fast, and capitalising on the shifting conditions. He expressed optimism for the final day, hoping to discard the 11th-place result and make a strong push for the top spot.
Allen Brothers is excited to announce our participation in METSTRADE 2024, the premier trade show for marine equipment, materials, and systems, from 19th to 21st November at the RAI Amsterdam. As always, this event is a fantastic opportunity to discover the latest innovations in the marine industry, and we are eager to showcase our newest product developments to our customers and partners.
We invite you to visit us in Hall 1, Stand 516, where we will present an exciting range of new and existing products designed to enhance sailboat performance. Among the highlights will be:
The Snipe dinghy is a two-person, one-design racing sailboat that has existed since 1931. It was designed by William F. Crosby and is known for its versatility and popularity in competitive sailing. The Snipe is 15 feet 6 inches (4.72 meters) long and has a beam (width) of 5 feet (1.52 meters). It has a simple rig with a mainsail and a jib but no spinnaker.
The Snipe class is known for tactical racing, where strategy, boat handling, and understanding wind conditions are more important than pure speed. It’s an international class with fleets around the world and has been particularly popular in the U.S., Europe, and South America.
The boat is stable and well-suited for sailors of different skill levels, making it a favourite for both competitive racing and casual sailing.
We are thrilled to announce our latest product update – the Pro-Ratchet 40, a high-performance 40mm ratchet block featuring an all-new aluminium sheave which provides exceptional grip and control like never before.
The New Pro-Ratchet 40 is our first ratchet block to feature an aluminium sheave which has been designed to offer additional grip on the rope, allowing for greater control of your sheets in all conditions. So, whether trimming the spinnaker sheet in a gust or fine-tuning your jib, the Pro-Ratchet 40 is built to perform.
But this isn’t just about grip – it’s about giving you confidence on the water. The anodised aluminium sheave is lightweight yet incredibly strong, ensuring you have a product you can rely on to give you long-lasting performance time and time again. With its sleek, compact design, the Pro-Ratchet 40 is ideal for sailors who demand the best from their gear.
We’ve also incorporated a user-friendly on/off switch for the ratchet mechanism, so you can quickly adjust to changing conditions without missing a beat, and more importantly, without removing your gloves or needing a tool. The switch can be used even when under load. So, no need to dump the sheets if you want to change the feel of your line.
With this new product, we continue our commitment to providing sailors with innovative solutions that enhance their experience on the water. We’re excited to see how the new Pro-Ratchet 40 will help you sail smarter, faster, and with more control than ever before.
We’re thrilled to announce our latest product range: Tii-Bone.
As a company passionate about sailing and dedicated to delivering performance marine hardware, we’ve designed the new Tii-Bone range to make rigging lighter, easier and more high-performance.
Versatile and Easy to Use
The Tii-Bone range has been developed to streamline the rigging of halyards, sheets and control lines. Its unique, non-slip design is perfect for various rigging tasks, whether you’re lashing, tensioning, or securing lines and blocks. We’ve made it easy to use, so whether you’re a seasoned sailor or new to the sport, you’ll find it a valuable addition to your rigging toolkit.
The 707 was designed in 1995 by David Thomas and built by Hunter Boats. Usually sailed with four or five crew and regularly reaching speeds of 5 knots upwind and 12 to 14 knots downwind. With a length of 7.07 m and a beam of 2.53m, the 707 carries a fractional symmetrical spinnaker. It is a rewarding and exciting boat to race in all conditions.
Below is a fully Allen-approved fitting list for a Hunter 707. All the items in this list are class-legal and are easy to swap out for old existing hardware.
We’re proud to support a selection of athletes from different nations, all of whom are competing in France at the pinnacle of dinghy and kitesurfing competition.
Our high-performance hardware will be an integral part of the equipment used by top competitors in the 49erFX, 49er, ILCA 7, Nacra 17, and Formula Kite classes.
Allen is thrilled to directly support the following athletes:
Saskia Tidey & Freya Black, competing in the 49erFX Class (UK)
James Peters & Fynn Sterritt, competing in the 49er Class (UK)
Ellie Aldridge, competing in Women’s Formula Kite (UK)
Connor Bainbridge, competing in Men’s Formula Kite (UK)
Philip Buhl, competing in the ILCA 7 Class (Germany)
Clement Pequin & Erwan Fisher, competing in the 49er Class (France)
Tim Mourniac, competing in the Nacra 17 Class (France)
Diego Botin & Florian Trittel, competing in the 49er Class (Spain)
The 18ft skiff is a high-performance sailing dinghy known for its speed, agility, and challenging handling characteristics, they are an iconic class in the world of sailing.
Modern 18ft skiff’s have a flat, wide hull that promotes planing, allowing the boat to skim across the water at high speeds. They are typically sailed by a crew of three and each member has a specific role: helming, trimming the sails, and managing the spinnaker.
In the past, the class has been known for its innovations not seen before on dingies. Designers and sailors constantly push the boundaries of what’s possible, experimenting with new materials and designs to gain a competitive edge and more speed.
The 18ft skiff continues to be a leading class in the world of sailing, representing a blend of tradition and cutting-edge technology. Its history is a testament to the spirit of innovation and competition that drives the sport.
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