Abstract: A mining shovel including a frame having an upwardly support member. A boom extends upwardly and forwardly from the frame from a connecting end toward a distal end along a boom longitudinal axis. At least one first suspension cable has one end attached to the boom proximal the boom distal end and an opposing end attached to the support member. The at least one first suspension cable defines an angle relative to the boom longitudinal axis, wherein in tension, the at least one first suspension cable resists a first side load imposed on the boom.