HIGH-PERFORMANCE BALL BEARING TURRET

A5866-77 - High-Performance Ball Bearing Swivel Cleat – Small | 29er & 49er Skiff Control System

2025 DAME Design Award Nominee – Deck Hardware Category at METS Trade Show

The A5866-77 high-performance swivel cleat is precision-engineered to meet the extreme demands of 29er and 49er skiff racing, where split-second line control is critical.

360° Ball Bearing Swivel Technology:
Features revolutionary 360-degree ball bearing swivel base enabling completely frictionless arm rotation for instant line engagement and release from any angle. Essential for high-speed maneuvers and aggressive sailing conditions.

Zero-Wobble Precision Design:
The advanced base design eliminates arm wobble entirely, maintaining consistent cleat height through every rotation. This delivers precise, repeatable cleating action – crucial for maintaining control during high-speed bear-aways and aggressive downwind sailing.

Dual Independent Swivel System:
Two dynamic bearing sheaves mounted on a separate 360-degree swivel base rotate independently from the cam cleat arm. This dual-swivel configuration ensures perfect line feed angle into the cam cleat, minimizing friction and delivering consistent, responsive feel during jib trimming.

Adjustable Height & Angle Configuration:
Supplied with two pre-installed wedges set at flat angle. Wedges are easily removable, rotatable, and stackable to create five distinct height and angle configurations, allowing precise customization to match your preferred sheeting geometry and cockpit layout.
Note: Some configurations may require bolt trimming or longer fasteners.

Compact, Ergonomic Design:
Low-profile construction ensures easy installation and intuitive operation across all sailboat classes.

Key Performance Features:

-360° ball bearing swivel arm for zero-friction rotation
-Adjustable wedge system with 5 configuration options
-Independent 360° fairlead swivel with dual bearing sheaves
-Small aluminium ball bearing cam cleat
-Zero-wobble precision engineering
-DAME Award-nominated design innovation

Applications:
Ideal for high-performance skiffs (29er, 49er), dinghies, and sportboats requiring precision jib sheet control and rapid line adjustment under load.

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