Optimist

A light and flexible all-round boom which can be used with all masts and sprits. The MK3 40 mm boom for the Optimist is suitable for sailors from 35 to 45 kg.

The newest mast in the Optimax range. The MK3 Medium mast fits perfectly in our existing mast range and is 8% more flexible compared to the MK3 mast and 8% stiffer compared to the MK3 Flex mast.

The MK3 Medium mast for the Optimist is suitable for sailors from 30 to 40 kg.

The most flexible racing sprit creates less distortion of the sail shape and provides an active change of tension on the leech. For the more experienced sailor who can adjust their mainsheet tension constantly.

The MK3 Hyperflex 28 mm sprit for the Optimist is suitable for sailors under 35 kg.

Supplied with rigging pack:

• 1 x Harken ball bearing hook-in block
• 1 x Windesign 25 mm low friction ring
• 1 x Windesign wind indicator PRO
• 1 x Deck collar with mast sleeve
• 1 x Nylon sprit adjuster handle
• 2 x Nylon top pins
• 1 x Dyneema primary halyard line
• 1 x Technora / Dyneema secondary halyard line 5 x 2.2 mm tack lines 12 x 1.2 mm double lacing lines

Ronstan Series 55 Ratchet Orbit, suitable for all racing dinghies. 

FEATURES

• Ultra Lightweight
• Low friction 2-stage Orbital ball bearing system
• Highest working load in its class
• Low profile and compact
• High performance cleating
• Easily fitted and securely retained Dyneema® Link head

First quality, high elasticity, natural rubber provides a minimum 100% stretch with constant elongation characteristics

A stiffer 45 mm racing boom which is suitbale for the more experienced, heavier weight sailors. The MK4 45 mm boom for the Optimist is suitable for sailors above 45 kg.

Optimax deck collar for Optimist, made of Delrin to create minimal friction between the sleeve and the collar. 

A light and flexible racing sprit. The MK3 Flex 26.6 mm sprit for the Optimist is suitable for sailors under 35 kg.

• Superior Lanurep spacecraft alloy
• Anodized to a dark grey color
• Grey glass fibre filled Nylon sprit ends
• 15 cm heat shrinkable sprit protection tubing, prevents wear between mast and sprit

The most flexible and active mast which is designed for light weight sailors.

The MK3 Flex mast for the Optimist is suitable for sailors under 35 kg.

Ronstan Orbit 55 ratchet block, ideal for multiple applications, including dinghy mainsheet systems. 

This wind indicator from Windesign Sailing has a stronger vane-arm which is accurately balanced and performs amazing sensitive.

Lightweight and high strength, single braid bio-based Dyneema SK78, with tough ArmourCoat finish

An allround sprit which can be used with all masts and booms. The MK3 27 mm sprit for the Optimist is suitable for sailors from 35 to 45 kg.

• Superior Lanurep spacecraft alloy
• Anodized to a dark grey color
• Grey glass fibre filled
• Nylon sprit ends
• 15 cm heat shrinkable sprit protection tubing, prevents wear between mast and sprit

This all-round racing mast is designed for mid weight sailors and can be matched with all booms and sprits. The MK3 mast for the Optimist is suitable for sailors from 35 to 45 kg.

This wind indicator from Windesign Sailing has a stronger vane-arm which is accurately balanced and performs amazing sensitive.

Low stretch and zero creep maintains sail set even when fully loaded over extended periods

As supplied with Optimax masts and Optimax spar sets.

• 1 x Harken ball bearing hook-in block
• 1 x Windesign 25 mm low friction ring
• 1 x Windesign wind indicator PRO
• 1 x Deck collar with mast sleeve
• 1 x Nylon sprit adjuster handle
• 2 x Nylon top pins
• 1 x Dyneema primary halyard line
• 1 x Technora / Dyneema secondary halyard line
• 5 x 2.2 mm tack lines
• 12 x 1.2 mm double lacing lines

This all-round racing mast is designed for mid weight sailors and can be matched with all booms and sprits. The MK3 mast for the Optimist is suitable for sailors from 35 to 45 kg.

The bio-based SK78 core is high strength and has minimal creep.

Ideal for Laser/ILCA outhaul, downhaul and vang systems.

The Technora blended cover gives the same fantastic abrasion and heat resistance properties as EXCEL ELITE. Technora blend cover adds grip for wet hands, and is easy to taper, showing colour matched ARMOURCOAT core.

Ideal for halyards, sheets and high strength control lines.

Optiparts aluminium top pins for Optimist mast, strong and long lasting. Gold anodized.

Light weight, high visibility floating line

Optiparts top pins for Optimist mast, which do not cut the lines, as supplied with racing masts. Set of 2.

Low stretch, 100% Polyester rope offers great performance at a lower cost.

Stand-up kits feature a clatter-free rubber boot. You can attach the Dyneema link so that the block is aligned with the stand-up base or across it. It's a neat, low-profile solution which allows full articulation.

Marlow's High strength, lightweight with 100% Polyester cover and Dyneema® core for all round use on halyards, sheets and control lines.

The RF2455 stand-up kit features a clatter-free rubber boot. You can attach the Dyneema link so that the block is aligned with the stand-up base or across it. It’s a neat, low-profile solution which allows full articulation.

A lightweight yet ultra stiff and powerful 48 mm racing boom which is mainly suitable for the more experienced, heavier weight sailors above 45 kg.

RWO Omniflex Joint with rope core in case the rubber joint fails. Suitable for extensions with an internal tube diameter of 13mm, hole centers 32mm.

RWO Omniflex Joint. Suitable for extensions with an internal tube diameter of 13mm, hole centers 32mm.

Mini reel 2.2mm Vectran line black with gold fleck. Suitable Optimist corner ties.

Set of 2 high quality extra long load straps with protection behind the buckle

Replacement vane for the Windesign wind indicators EX1243 and EX2021.

Set of 2 high quality extra long load straps with protection behind the buckle

A heavy duty Dyneema® scissors. Ideal to cut your lines for splicing.

Cuts: Dyneema®, Vectran®, Spectra® and Kevlar®

Mini reel 1.2mm Vectran line black with gold fleck. Suitable Optimist ties.

This wind indicator from Windesign Sailing has a stronger vane-arm which is accurately balanced and performs amazing sensitive.

Fluor yellow lacing lines for Optimist mast and boom.

• Core: Vectran
• Cover: HT polyester

Five pieces 2.2 mm (45 cm) Optimist tack lines

Fourteen pieces 1.2 mm (42 cm) Optimist lacing lines

This wind indicator from Windesign Sailing has a stronger vane-arm which is accurately balanced and performs amazing sensitive.

Mini reel 1.2mm Vectran line black with gold fleck. Suitable Optimist ties.

Mini reel 2.2mm Vectran line black with gold fleck. Suitable Optimist corner ties, fluor yellow

Lacing lines for Optimist mast and boom.

• Core: Vectran
• Cover: HT polyester

Five pieces 2.2 mm (45 cm) Optimist tack lines

Fourteen pieces 1.2 mm (42 cm) Optimist lacing lines

Durarace Sails from Windesign are built for durability and speed! Made of 4.18 Challenge sailcloth. A bit more heavy but much more duarable than sailcloth used in most racing sails.

Easy to trim 6 panel horizontal designs, with tapered sailbattens, IODA button, telltales and window installed. It comes rolled in a long sail bag.

The Windesign Durarace LITE sail is suitable for sailors under 45 kg. (99 lbs).

38 mm Windesign low friction ring spliced with Dyneema to a safety snap shackle. An extra loop is added below the ring for an easy switch between 1:2 and 1:3 mainsheet.

The personalizable 80 mm long vane float prevents loosing your wind indicator. Just slide the vane float easily on the wind indicator needle and the wind indicator will float when it comes in the water.

Stainless steel shackle key, suitable to screw pin and slotted head shackles. 8, 10, 13 mm open end spanner and bottle opener.

The shackle key is 10 cm long.

4 mm stainless stell shackle.

5 mm stainless stell shackle.