Negrinautica - Block with Dyneema Rope for Outhaul Gooseneck - Grey

The spliced base trough block for the ILCA Laser is a popular upgrade to optimise the mainsail base system. Using the spliced block on the trough instead of the traditional tie-downs offers advantages in terms of weight, efficiency and clean manoeuvres. The line is Gottifredi Maffioli compat braid excellent for splicing (the best line to splice)

What is the Trozza base spliced block?

This is the block mounted at the base of the mast trough that guides the mainsail base. In modern configurations, instead of attaching it with a shackle or knotted line, a Dyneema splice is used to:

Reduce overall weight
Eliminate stiff points that can snag
Improve the fluidity of the system