Meet the Barton Boomstrut in Black—a compact, maintenance-free sail control designed for boats 20–25 feet. It works with your kicker or rope vang to deliver steady boom support and optimal sail shape, even in light winds.
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Size options: Six sizes available to fit yachts up to 12 m (40 ft) LOA for a precise match across a wide range of boats
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Boat size compatibility: Designed for boats up to 6 m (20 ft) in length with a maximum boom tip weight of 6.3 kg (14 lbs)
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Upward lift mechanism: Two flexible coated fiberglass rods generate lifting force; pulling down with a conventional kicker flexes the rods, and releasing straightens them to lift and support the boom
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Patented spring technology: Patented flexing spring delivers fast response and constant vang efficiency for reliable sail shaping
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System compatibility: Works alongside your kicker or rope vang to produce upward lift on the boom
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Materials & finish: White rods, Spectro Anodised boom & mast fittings, high-grade stainless steel, and black or grey anodised aluminium for durability and a clean look
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Mast & boom mounting options: Mast fitting option includes a slot into your mast’s luff groove to avoid drilling; contoured boom bracket fits both round and flat boom profiles
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Installation: Easy installation — mounts inside the existing kicking strap tackle without replacing hardware, with straightforward fitting instructions
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Maintenance-free & durability: No friction-driven sliding parts, built to endure sea conditions
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Part number & spars compatibility: Barton Boomstrut, part number 44021; designed to pair with wooden, carbon fiber, or aluminum spars
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Spare parts availability: Spare parts available for long-term maintenance and continued performance
Optimize sail performance, reduce boom sag, and enjoy hassle-free sailing with the Barton Boomstrut. This smart upgrade provides dependable sail shape control with minimal fuss and maximum confidence on deck.