I'm real big on the midboom (more-or-less midboom, that is) vang setup. I had one on C280, and will be doing likewise on the Triton. Of course, the Commander one was probably more effective than the Triton version will be seeing as how the bridgedeck to which I anchored it was so far forward!

Anyway, on 280 I used a vang strap--the kind with the plates that grip the footrope groove in the boom. It worked, but I found that it jammed the footrope from releasing easily when adjusting the outhaul unless the vang was first fully slacked off and the plates given a jiggle. Sorta inconvenient.

I do have a vang strap for the Triton, but would really prefer one of the original-type "sliding horseshoes". I've been looking for one that was both the right size and in sound condition for literally years...first for the Commander, now for the new boat...same part, same fruitless search. If anyone has one they do not need or want, please get in touch?

Thanks,
Dave