9 - Boom vang

Which type of rope do I need for a vang?

Depending on the yacht, there are typically two different situations:

1) Control lines that runs through blocks, with a gear ratio (e.g. 1:4) damping the effect of rope tension and elongation on sail trim. Here good grip, some flexibility are most important. The boom vang needs to be easy to manually handle.

2) Lines in systems, often taking the total load (so without gear). These lines should have higher strength and low elongation to ensure good a sail trim. The sail stays flat with increasing winds. Cruising yachts can use polyester or step up to Stirotex^® for a boom vang.

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Complete vang systems

Premiumropes also supplies complete vang systems,Rodkickers, gas springs and purchases for all types of yachts. Please see our vang systems here.