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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 04/22/2009 :  12:55:01  Show Profile
An alternative to a topping list is a Boomkicker. Here is an article from Mauri Pro Sailing about the benefits of the Boomkicker.

[url="http://www.mauriprosailing.com/Boomkicker/boomkicker.htm"]Boomkicker[/url]
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Dave Bristle
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Response Posted - 04/22/2009 :  13:20:50  Show Profile
Just be aware that with a topping lift, you can use the boom to catch yourself when you loose your balance (as I have probably done many times)--not so with the Boomkicker.
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 04/22/2009 :  13:38:58  Show Profile
And you could have issues if one has a pop top.

Along with what Dave said, when I have guests, I tell them to use the boom as a handhold both as they are boarding and when underway. With only 10 lbs of pressure needed to pull the end of the boom down...well, you do the math.
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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 04/22/2009 :  16:19:41  Show Profile
Our experience with the Boomkicker has been very positive. You do need to be attentive whenever moving about the cockpit and using the boom for support. Even with a topping lift the boom moves sideways. There is give in the boom with a Boomkicker. Still, we routinely use the boom for support in moving around the cockpit and moving between the cockpit and the cabin top. While the boom with a Boomkicker will give a bit it is a firm and evenly distributed resistance. We've never had a problem with it.

Can't speak for the C25 but the Boomkicker does not interfere with the C250 poptop at all.

For our purposes the Boomkicker keeps the boom off of people's heads and does a fine job of contributing to effective sail shape. As is often the case there are many ways to accomplish something on our boats and personal preferences will vary.
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