Barton Marine Boomstrut - Topping Lift for up to 12m Yachts You'll find many reasons to like the Barton Boomstrut - No more topping lift hassles, no adjustments and no hang-ups - never again will your boom fall accidently. Six sizes to suit yachts up to 12 metre or 40ft LOA Patented flexing spring provides fast response and a constant force for vang efficiencyThe boomstrut's lightweight, low-profile design features two flexible coated fibreglass rods which provide the force to support the boom. Pulling the boom down with a conventional kicker causes the Boom strut to flex upwards; releasing straightens the rods, thereby lifting and supporting the boom. Maintenance-free, durable designEliminates friction and sliding parts. Improved performanceLess weight and windage Easy installationThere's no need to replace your existing hardware - the Boomstrut mounts independently inside the existing kicking strap tackle. Simple-to-follow instructionsThe Boomstrut is supplied with complete fitting instructions and more comprehensive details are available on our website, www.bartonmarine.com. Mast fitting can use existing luff grooveTo eliminate drilling, the Boomstrut's mast bracket can be slotted into your mast's luff groove. Contoured boom fittingThe Boomstrut's boom bracket is contoured to fit both round and flat boom profiles. Carefully designed & constructedThe Barton Boomstrut has been carefully designed and constructed to eliminate sharp edges, minimise parts and provide trouble-free installation and use.All parts are from high-grade stainless steel and Spectro grey anodised aluminium or now available in Black Anodised Aluminium for good looks and durability.