Hydraulic boom vang Rodkicker 50

rigidfor yachts

A rigid vang is designed to enhance sail handling during reefing, preventing the boom from falling into the cockpit or onto the coach roof. Equipped with gas springs, it automatically elevates the boom upon release of the kicking strap, making it particularly effective for adjusting the main sail in light winds. Rodkicker 50 joins our line of manually operated Rodkicker and is specifically sized for yachts measuring between 50 and 55 feet. While our hydraulic vangs are often preferred for this size of yachts, the traditional design of Rodkicker offers benefits due to its straightforward installation process. Adding control lines accessible from both sides enables crew members on the windward side to quickly release the vang and avoid broaching. The vang features a 4:1 cascade system in Dyneema® core so if a 4:1 tackle is added, the overall purchase increases to 16:1. The unit generates a return force of 10,000N, utilizing two Seldén gas springs, each rated at 5,000N.