Vang Bamar 300 - Mechanical Boom Kicker

Vang Bamar 300

Experience superior control with the Vang Bamar 300, a premium mechanical boom kicker designed to enhance your sailing experience. This robust device features a durable internal steel spring that effectively supports mast elevation, making it essential for vessels measuring between 30 and 62 feet.

Customized installation is straightforward, allowing you to adjust the kicker's length to suit your individual boating needs.

Crafted from lightweight anodized aluminum, available in classic silver or black finishes, the Vang Bamar 300 incorporates two telescoping tubes. This design includes specialized connection terminals and built-in pulleys, creating a streamlined line system that can be directed to the cockpit for ease of use.

The innovative spring mechanism allows for effortless adjustments in kicker force, simply by rotating the upper tube or terminal.

Utilizing Your Boom Kicker

Understanding the boom kicker's role is vital for sail control. Often referred to as a 'kicker' in general sailing terms, it complements traditional vangs and plays an instrumental role in mainsail adjustments.

Sailors adjust the mainsail using the halyard and traveler, each affecting the sail's angle and shape. Loosening the mainsail halyard can help you present the sail optimally to the wind, but if not balanced with the kicker, it risks mast elevation, leading to inefficiency.

To maintain optimal sail performance, always ensure the kicker is properly tightened when loosening the halyard. This stabilizes the mast, preventing unnecessary twisting of the sail.

Monitor kicker tension carefully; excessive tightness, especially after sailing close into the wind, can lead to breakage. Remember to release the kicker under controlled conditions—first transferring the load to a winch to avoid complications.

In racing conditions, keep the kicker on a winch, ready to release quickly to manage sail power effectively.

Every adjustment of the kicker significantly influences your yacht's handling and overall speed. Properly loosening it during mast height adjustments is crucial, as it affects the mainsail depowering and mast stability during maneuvers.