{"product_id":"60mm-pad-eye-high-roller-block","title":"60mm Pad Eye High Roller Block","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca name=\"_dx_frag_StartFragment\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca name=\"_dx_frag_StartFragment\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e60mm Pad Eye (Teardrop) High Roller Block\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA high-performance block built for high-stakes sailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 60mm High Roller Block range delivers exceptional performance for high-load, high-speed sailing applications. Built with \u003cb\u003ecaged roller (needle) bearings\u003c\/b\u003e, the rollers remain evenly spaced to prevent contact between them—dramatically reducing friction and allowing for faster, smoother rotation under extreme loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo handle off-centre forces, \u003cb\u003ecaptive Delrin side-load ball bearings\u003c\/b\u003e are integrated into the sheave, offering additional friction reduction and making disassembly and servicing quick and effortless. The \u003cb\u003ePEEK roller bearings\u003c\/b\u003e provide outstanding strength and wear resistance, ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePad Eye (Teardrop) blocks are well-suited to masthead use and other setups where a compact, low-movement connection is preferred. When paired with an appropriate padeye, they remain neatly positioned and won’t drop onto the deck when the line is unloaded, while still allowing enough movement to maintain smooth alignment under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are also commonly used on permanent backstays for fractional rigs, where the backstay can be spliced directly onto the block for a clean and efficient setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaged PEEK roller bearings for ultra-low friction and fast rolling speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptive Delrin side-load ball bearings for smooth off-centre loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to disassemble and service; replacement bearings available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe teardrop shape lends itself to multiple applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAvailable in custom anodised colours – please get in touch with us for more information. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe standard block colour is black with a silver sheave.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Empire Fishing and Boating","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52013187072317,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/empirefishingandboating.com\/products\/60mm-pad-eye-high-roller-block","provider":"Empire Fishing and Boating","version":"1.0","type":"link"}