12 Feb
2003
12 Feb
'03
5:10 p.m.
Boom Vang Kit "for boats under 22 feet"
Looks fine. Actually, it looks similar to a Laser boom vang, and the Laser is a 76 Sq ft sail which sounds about the same as the M-15 main. But... It also looks like it jams the line using the same V-shaped slot that is a PITA on the Laser (chews up the line but is guaranteed to let it go when your back is turned). I made a vang from components, and it certainly didn't cost me any more than $73.30. The block that I used has a cam cleat for the line, which is Much Nicer than that horrid V-slot. Have a look in Boat/West (or is that US Marine) and you should be able to put together exactly what you want. Giles Morris Arlington VA Montgomery 15 "Umiaq" Vancouver 25 "Dolphin" Miscellaneous small craft