- Robust fiberglass and aluminum construction
- Suggested Boat Size – 30-34 ft
- Initial Pin to Pin – 53 in
- Maximum Pin to Pin – 48 in
- Maximum Force (1) – 500 lb
- Stroke –
- Initial (2) – 16 in
- Min (3) – 9 in
Boomkickers are simply the best solution to support the boom and eliminate the topping lift for sailboats 14 to 38 feet. Each Boomkicker uses 2 coated fiberglass spring rods to support the boom. Pulling the boom down causes the Boomkicker to flex upward, releasing straightens the Boomkicker lifting the boom. Universal fittings for the mast and boom are included. The boom track fitting, standard on larger models, provides additional up travel and adjustment. Boomkicker benefits include:
- Eliminating the hang-ups, adjustments and chafe of a topping lift.
- In light air, lifting the boom opens the leech for a faster sail shape and more speed.
- Boat performance is improved with less weight and windage aloft.
- Reefing is safer and easier with better boom control.
- Combined with a block and tackle vang, the Boomkicker does everything a mechanical vang or rigid vang can do with less cost and less weight.
- The simple design eliminates sliding tubes and friction.
- A proven, durable and reliable design with over ten thousand sold.
- Patented flexing spring provides fast response and a near constant force for higher vang efficiency.
- The lightweight, low profile design is good for performance and looks.
- Easy installation independent of the vang. No need to replace existing hardware.
- Fittings, fasteners, drill and tap included for a complete package.
- Mast fitting uses the luff groove to eliminate drilling in the mast.
- Non-corroding and silent. Little features with big paybacks.
- Self tending for hands off operation. Install It – Forget It!
- Guaranteed to make your sailing more enjoyable.
- Racing or cruising the Boomkicker is the simple solution.
Boomkickers use two coated solid fiberglass spring rods to provide the
force necessary to support the boom and mainsail. The rods are clamped
into teflon coated, anodized aluminum end pieces and attached to
universal mast and boom fittings. Fittings are included along with
machine screw fasteners, the proper drill and tap and hex wrench. The
mast fitting includes a round slide which, used in the luff groove,
avoids drilling into the mast. Flat slides in varying widths are
available from the factory. The slides can often be inserted at the
sail opening above the gooseneck and slid down reassembling the fitting
in position. If slides are not usable, the fitting can be attached
directly to the mast using the same drill and tap provided for the
boom. The custom extruded boom track is contoured to fit both round and
flat bottom booms. The track has an adjustable clevis pin to set the
maximum height the Boomkicker will lift the boom. The track length
forward of the pin allows the boom to move higher if needed.