Allen News
Date Posted:1 February 2011
How to service an Allen Cam Cleat
Cam cleats are a vital part of most control systems on both dinghies and yachts.
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New Product: Tii-Lock-40 from Allen
Ever wanted to easily attach one of our Tii-on blocks via a continuous spliced loop? Well, now you can with the new Tii-Lock-40.
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How To Use Sailing Dog Bones
We know what you’re thinking “how can a dog bone be used on a sailboat? We’re not playing fetch!”.
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Ratchet Blocks – Switchable Vs AutoRatchet
The ratchet block is arguably one of the most important pieces of hardware used on a sailboat, so choosing the correct size and type can make a big difference to how you sail your boat and what feedback the sails give you.
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High Load Thimbles – Why, When, Where?
Also known as low friction rings these handy bits of hardware are used across many different areas of a sailboat. But they’re nothing new.
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We are excited to announce another season with the Flying 11's
We can't wait to hit the water and enjoy the Flying 11s Australia action this season!
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New Allen Products for Spring 2021
There have been a lot of new products announced by Allen so we thought we should put a list together!
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New 20mm Ti3 On Block - Allen
The range of soft attachment blocks is growing with the release of the new 20mm Ti3 block.
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New Articulating Blocks from Allen
Introducing a new concept for double and triple blocks – the articulating block range.
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Through Deck Block Range Expands
Allen are pleased to announce that our range of 20mm & 30mm through deck blocks is expanding to include stainless steel sheaves and recycled acetal sheaves.
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New Product – Flanged Aluminium Deck Bush
Allen are pleased to announce a new range of flanged aluminium deck bushes is now available.
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Allen 2021 Flying 11 National Championship at Belmont 16' Skiff Sailing Club
The 2021 Allen Flying 11 Australian Championships were run at Belmont 16's from 11 to 15 April.
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Sail Slides & Slugs – How to choose correctly
Sail slides and slugs may not be the most exciting piece of equipment found on a sailboat.
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Product Feature – Through Deck Bush
A through deck bush, also known as a fairlead, is designed to protect a surface from a rubbing rope or wire, they can also be used to act as a deflecting point.
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Allen Snatch Blocks
A snatch block is a variation of pulley that has been designed to allow quick attaching and releasing of lines.
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Allen 2020-2021 Flying 11 NSW State Championships
We loved watching the action at the Allen Flying 11 NSW States. Congratulations to everyone especially those who took home the Prizes.
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Product Feature – Blue Carbon Tiller Extensions
Working alongside our Team Allen sailors we developed a range of carbon tiller extension.
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Celebrating our wonderful partnership with Allen
10 years ago Mel had just made her way back from England and Europe where she had spent time getting to know the team at Allen and confirming our distribution.
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Allen Catalogue Featuring Eric's Storage 16ft Skiff
10 Years ago Mel was on her way to the Dusseldorf Boat Show to meet up with Allen confirming we would be part of the Distribution Network moving forward.
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Allen's Biggest Block Yet
Around the world, we are known as a company that produces small boat hardware, but this isn’t strictly true.
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