<< My topping lift line is small, too, but it does the job. I added a
carabiner clip on the end so I can easily attach and detach it from the end
of the boom. >>
I have always left my topping lift attached to the end of the boom when
sailing. When the main is raised it takes the load off the topping lift,
leaving enough slack in it (the topping lift) that it doesn't interfere with
the sail shape.
Steve Parsons P15 #2112
Washington,IL