A boom vang pulls the boom down to control mainsail twist, and a Boomstrut adds an upward push so the boom stays up when the sail is lowered. This collection carries Barton Marine Boomstruts and vang tackle systems for dinghies through 35 ft yachts. Find more mainsail hardware in our sailing hardware department.
Boomstruts are sized by boat length and by the weight at the end of the boom, so weigh the boom tip before choosing a size. Vang tackle systems are rated by purchase, such as 4:1 or 15:1, and a higher purchase takes less effort to pull the boom down on larger sails. Many owners pair a Boomstrut with an existing rope vang rather than replacing it.
Here you will find Boomstruts for dinghies, boats up to 20 ft, and boats from 20 to 35 ft in silver and white or black. The category also includes 4:1 vang tackle systems, a snap-shackle vang system, and a Laser replica 15:1 vang assembly. Each listing notes the boat range and the hardware needed to install it.
Vang systems use blocks at both ends, so see our sailing blocks if you are building or upgrading tackle. Attachment points at the mast base are in pad eyes and U-bolts. For tiller steering on smaller boats, browse tiller extensions.
Browse our complete selection of boom vangs at CritPro.
