Sam - I think the 194's are easier to adjust the angle on. From Matt's previous post:
Get the H194 lower and the Carbo upper H2640. Standard on new Hobie 16's.
We do not recommend the Carbo ratchet lower. It is a PITA to adjust the jaw angles.
Mac05,
I agree:
194 - easiest to adjust angle - have to touch block to turn on/off ratchet
2600 series harder to adjust angle - (should be) auto on/off load sensing ratchet w/ adjustable sensing.
2100 series ratchets - seems to be Major Pain to adjust angle and have to touch block to turn on off ratchet.
Since I will probably not be racing and more of the set it and forget it type, the 2600 series seems be the best bet.
If it were a matter of $60 - $70 differance, I would go with the 194 but at at less than $40 diff, I like the ratchmatic.
Now, is there a need for the top blocks to be ratcheted(ratchmatic)?
What would be gained or lost?
Thanks
Sam