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 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.
We are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent corporate day, “Allen Factory to Flotilla Fiesta,” held on the 26th of June. This event was designed to give our valued customers an inside look at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Essex, UK, and provide a memorable sailing experience on the River Crouch.
Our day began with an exclusive tour of our warehouse and factory units. Our guests were able to see firsthand the intricate processes involved in producing our top-of-the-line sailing hardware. The tour included a visit to our designers’ resources, where all Allen products are conceived and developed. We showcased our advanced product load testing equipment and offered detailed explanations of how each piece of hardware is meticulously crafted to meet the highest standards.
Are you looking to enhance your sailing performance with top-of-the-line equipment? Look no further than the Allen Dynamic 60mm Block Range. This innovative product line has been designed to offer exceptional performance, making it a must-have for any keelboat or catamaran sailor.
Why Choose the Allen Dynamic 60mm Block Range?
The Allen dynamic 60mm blocks are engineered for low friction performance within a lightweight and robust body. Whether you’re managing fast-running control lines and sheets on keelboats or handling more demanding tasks like backstay purchase systems or halyards, this range is designed to deliver unparalleled efficiency and reliability. Additionally, it’s a fantastic choice for high-performance catamaran mainsheet systems.
Congratulations to Tom “Mozzy” Morris who became the UK National Champion and second overall at the Allen-sponsored UK Europe Nationals 2024.
Mozzy was rocking his less than a month old Synergy Marine Europe, which of course, was fully fitted with Allen performance sailing hardware. Below is a full-fitting guide for Mozzy’s boat.
About the Europe
Constructed with modern materials for durability and ease of handling, the Europe dinghy boasts a generous 7-square-meter sail, providing exceptional performance in all wind conditions. Lightweight at just 45 kilograms and designed for agility and speed, the 3.35-meter Europe offers an exhilarating sailing experience. The Europe was an Olympic class for women from 1992 until 2004 and is still extremely popular across the World.
