| the best in Optimist airbags |
Airbag - Red Nylon Optimist
48 Liter high float with long filler tube and light blue twist cap for monitoring air pressure*
(01.1219) $35 red |
Airbag - Gold Nylon Optimist
48 Liter high float with long filler tube and light blue twist cap for monitoring air pressure*
(01.1218) $35 gold |
Airbag - Optimist Blue Nylon Optimist
48 Liter high float with long filler tube and light blue twist cap for monitoring air pressure*
(01.1218) $35 blue |
*Do not inflate with compressed air. Inflate by mouth only until just firm. Monitor firmness daily to aid longevity.
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| blocks & shackles for the Optimist hull |
Harken Little Hexaratchet Block
For Optimist mainsheet control, tried and true choice. Manually turn ratchet on or off.
5 year limited warranty from Harken
(44.019) $62.90 |
Harken Carbo Ratchet Block
For Optimist Mainheet Control: Manual on-off switch for ratchet on both sides of block
5 year limited warranty from Harken
(44.2135) $58.25 |
Harken Carbo Ratchamatic Block
For Optimist mainsheet control. Light! Strong! Automatically engages ratchet under pressure, some, but not all, sailors like this block. Not preferred by all! 5 year limited warranty from Harken
(44.2625) $82.05 |
Ronstan Ultimate Ratchet Block
For Optimist mainsheet control: A racer's choice because it has good grab: patented extruded hole design provides up to 14:1 holding power.
On-Off switch is located on both sides of the block.
AKA Fredericksen block because they designed it!
(47.62100) $73 while supply lasts |
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Harken 40mm Carbo AirBlock
For the mainsheet block forward on floor in Optimist cockpit or mainsheet tackle
(44.2650) $20.55 |
RWO Spring Mount Stand-up Boot
Gray RWO rubber boot (tiered like a wedding cake) for standing up your ratchet block, no more tangles.
A Colie upgrade on Optimists we sell.
(48.1815) $10.25 |
Mainsheet Tackle for the Optimist
This piece is pre-assembled and includes Harken 40mm Carbo AirBlock, a stainless steel mini trigger snap hook permanently attached for safety. This is the hardware that clips to the boom bridle. Strong and light-weight, tie mainsheet(additional) through the block with a bowline, no need for becket.
(01.1317) $32 |
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TRIGGER SNAP for Mainsheet Tackle
Clip & unclip with one hand. Stainless Steel. Tie to Harken 40mm Carbo AirBlock with 3mm BlackGold to create mainsheet tackle.
(01.1372) $11 MINI size 2" overall length by Optiparts
(06.43501) $9 Medium size 2.5" overal length |
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Snap Shackle for Mainsheet Tackle
Strong and small, Mini Stainless Steel. Tie to Harken 40mm Carbo AirBlock with 3mm BlackGold to create mainsheet tackle. Optiparts.
(01.1371) $18 |
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Harken Small Shackle
(44.072) $3.28 |
Harken U-Adapter Shackle
Adapter for pin to pin applications
(44.093) $5.95 |
Harken Single Big Bullet
For the mainsheet block forward on floor in Optimist cockpit (other option is 40mm Carbo Airblock above, also by Harken)
(44.125) $21.50 |
| Optimist essentials, specialties & new stuff |
Praddel
Single handed orange paddle that fits under the strap of your aft airbag. Now a paddle is required just like the whistle, according to new 2007 IODA Optimist Class Rules. Receive added value again from Colie: praddel is supplied with required retaining line!
(01.475) $18 |
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Fox 40 Whistle
Best whistle on the market, no moving parts so it never fails. Durable plastic whistle includes another Colie Upgrade, a free Excel Pro tether for attaching it to your life vest & Optimist Class insignia.
USODA requires a whistle attached to your PFD.
NEW COLORS coming soon: PINK PURPLE NEON RED YELLOW BLUE ORANGE
(99.06) $6.95 |
new Hiking Straps by Zhik for the Optimist
These straps really connect you to the boat! Amazing control from your feet. With ZhikGrip on underside of the strap you can be one with the boat. No slip.
Black .
(79.106) $79.00
works like a charm with Zhik Barefot boots! Black w split toe & open heel
USA Men: XS=5.5, S=6.5-7.5, M=8.5-9.5, L=10.5-11.5, XL=12.5-13.5
(79.50) $39 Please state size
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Hiking Straps for the Optimist by Optiparts
Black Padded, competition-style. Uni-fit!
(01.1450) $31 |
Dev's Tech 12/Vectran Vang
see picture and descrition at link
(01.54) $34.95 |
Dev's V12 Vectran Boom Bridle
see picture and descrition at link (01.467) $39.95 |
"Colie Racing" Sprit Halyard Systems
see pictures and descritions at link
new V12 Harken Tie Lite Sprit Halyard (01.387CH) $82
an old favorite Dev's Wire Sprit Halyard (01.33) $89 |
Optimist Sponge
Li'l Buddy by Handy Dandy: great absorption, (best sponge in the world according to Steph), always soft & shred resistant. This sponge is the real deal, some may look like it but do not perform! (Dad may want one for his boat too.)
(99.21) $4.50 |
Optimist Red or Green Bailer
Heavy-duty rectangular shape, red plastic with bungee retaining line installed.
Experienced sailors use two bailers. We supply 2 Red bailers as an upgrade on all Grand Prix Optimists we sell. Some like port & starboard colors.
(01.1442R) $13 Red
(01.1442G) $13 Green |
Optimist Clear Bailer
Rectangular shape in clear plastic with bungee retaining line installed.
Experienced sailors use two bailers. We supply 2 Clear bailers as an upgrade on all Optimists we sell.
(01.120) $7 |
New Tiltles Available NOW
new dvds: Ultimate Opti Racing, new Optisailors Advanced Boatspeed dvd, opticoach cdrom
books: Optimist Racing: A Manual for Sailors Parents & Coaches, The Winner's Guide to Optimist Sailing
Take a look at other other Optimist specific sailing books, like on the rules, and dvds on our BOOKS page
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For beginners: bow bumper by Magic Marine
Padded bow bumper requires drilling small hole in rail to install, protects your boat too!
(23.865523) $24.95 all light gray (discontinued color, while supply lasts)
(23.886869) $29.95 new black with orange accent
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| lines & bungee |
Daggerboard Bungee Kit new with Handle for IOD95
Kit includes 1/4" bungee complete with tubing, pre-assebled and tied along with webbing strap for holding system in place in an Opti that has all three airbags exposed
(01.2007) $18.95 |
Daggerboard Bungee Kit new with Handle Pre-IODA95
Kit includes 1/4" bungee complete with tubing is pre-assebled for a "tanked boat" built prior to 1996.
(01.P2007) $11.95 |
Painter Optimist Heavy Duty!
A.k.a. bow line, recommended Class legal, 1/4" Excel Marstron with free Colie painter loop
It is highly recommended to replace this line annually with any sign of wear or knots you can't untie
(01.32) $12.95 |
Painter Optimist Low-stretch, High-strength! for Racers
Low-stretch, High-strength Yalelight - the stronglest bowline available. Comes with free Colie painter loop.
Spectra core. Floats. Class legal.
(01.30) $19.95 |
Mainsheet 3/8" Club-style for the Optimist
Marstron 3/8" is easy on the hands for Greenies & beginners, doesn't move through blocks quicky
(01.433) $15.12 |
Mainsheet 5/16" Club-style for the Optimist
Marstron 5/16" is the most common starter mainsheet, best for Greenies
(01.42) $11.28 |
Mainsheet Rooster for the Racing Optimist
7mm racing mainsheet for all conditions--a favorite among Opti racers
Black/red line is designed to be kink-free
(01.44) $21.60 |
Mainsheet new Bzzz for the Racing Optimist
7mm racing mainsheet for all conditions, soft, low stretch.
Navy/White
(01.17) $14.16 |
Mainsheet new Tapered for the Racing Optimist
6mm/9mm/6mm racing mainsheet for all conditions
thinner section leads with less friction through blocks for faster sheeting while thick section is easier on your hands
Gold/White
(47.MTOP) $74 |
Mainsheet 1/4" Excel Light for the Racing Optimist
Racing for light to moderate air, has polypro cover which does not absorb water but doesn't hold up as well to wear
(01.40) $20.88 |
Mainsheet 1/4" Yalelight for the Racing Optimist
Racing for light to moderate air
(01.41) $24.00 |
Mainsheet 7mm " Yalelight for the Racing Optimist
Racing for heavy air
(01.43) $37.44 |
| We will cut Optimist Mainsheets in Maffioli Swiftcord 6mm, 7mm, 8mm or 9mm Swiftcord & Rooster 6mm & 7mm for light, medium & heavy air racing. We will cut Vangs in Excel Pro, Excel Race or Maffioli swiftcord. |
Vang For Club for Racing Optimist
Is cut extra long from Excel Racing 1/4"
Tail is heat-faired to feed easily through vang cleat
(01.55) $5.92 |
Vang Tech 12 Racing for Racing Optimist
Tech 12 with eyesplice and V12 pennant to feed through tiny racing boom eyestraps
Hand seized with waxed twine to feed easily through vang cleat
(01.54) $34.95 |
Vang Maffioli 7 mm for Racing Optimist
Is cut extra long. Grabs nicely in the vang cleat
(01.535) $4.15 |
Mast-Tie-in Line for all Optimists
Extra long for secure knots made of Maffioli Swiftcord.
This is a Colie upgrade on every Optimist we sell.
DO NOT NEGLECT TO REPLACE THIS LINE EVERY YEAR
Many coarches refer to this line as the most important line in the boat.
(01.36) $1.50 |
Outhaul
(01.472) $1.25 Optimist Excel Pro
(01.50) $3.50 Optimist BlackGold Racing |
Boom Bridle for all Optimist booms
BlackGold Vectran, long enough for two purchases to keep super tight & safe.
This is another Colie upgrade included on every new Optimist we sell.
(01.46) $3.50 |
Boom Bridle V12 Bulletproof for the racing Optimist
LOW Stretch V12 with stainless steel ring & two eyesplices, works on all booms
(01.467) $39.95 |
Sprit Control Line for Optimist mast
for Club or Racing masts 5/32 BlackGold Vectran in just the right length
(01.098) $4.50 |
| specialized parts for Optimist masts |
Optimist Security Collar
This ingenious device eliminates prevents the mast from lifting up out of the mast step. Save your thwart, keep that mast tight in the boat.
(01.1203) $32 |
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Optimist Cleat
HardKote Anodized "Racing Junior" - for sprit adjustment & vang. When a new piece of line still slips, yoiu need to replace the cleat.
(45.2111) $12 |
new Optimist Harken Hook-in Block
For the racing version of the mast, hangs in the hole. This Harken halyard block is light weight and durable too. Strongest & lightest on the market, designed to seat aginst the mast. Less friction>
(01.1351HR) $37 Red
(01.1351HB) $37 Black |
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Optimist Hook-in Block
For the racing version of the mast, hangs in the hole. This halyard block is used on QuickSilver masts
(01.1340) $31 |
an old favorite Dev's Wire Optimist Sprit Halyard
US Wire 3/32" 7/19 Sprit Halyard made in Dev's rigging shop with Harken Black Magic 29mm Carbo AirBlock and BlackGold Hook in Block. Stronger wire lasts longer with less stretch than the European wire & will not allow the deluxe hook-in block to slide off & be lost. Pictured alongside the new V12 Harken Tie Lite Sprit Halyard in the top left location.
(01.33) $89
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new V12 Harken Tie-Lite Optimist Sprit Halyard
V12 Sprit Halyard hand-made in Dev's rigging shop ala Corby with Harken 29mm Tie-Lite AirBlock and new Harken Hook in Block. Super strong, light weight, little to no stretch. Upper V12 section easily owner installable in future. Pictured alongside the old favorite in the top left location.
(01.387CH) $82 |
29mm Sprit Halyard Tie-Lite Block by Harken
strong & light, currently the preferred block when using V12 or Spec 12 for upper sprit halyard
(44.351) $18.25 |
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Optimist T-Handle
To adjust your sprit halyard attach this to the tail of the line after it comes out of the cleat.
For all rigs, club or racing style.
This is another Colie upgrade on all Optimists we sell.
(01.23) $6 |
Optimist Mast Collar by Optiparts
Protects the deck opening for the mast: oval white Delrin low-friction with tapered inner diameter allows the mast to rake fore and aft.
(01.1209) $16 |
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Optimist Mast Collar for deck plus protective mast sleeve by Optimax
This is the gray pair
(01.1210) $21 |
Optimax protective mast sleeve only
(01.1211) $8 |
Harken 29mm Carbo Block
For Optmist sprit control on club masts, light & strong
(44.348) $11.48 |
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| sail tie kits and minispools |
Colie Optimist Sail Tie Kit, BlackGold Vectran best choice by far, STAYS TIED!!!
Our kit is made right here in our shop so that lines are long enough to tie twice around securely through each grommet plus enough for a square knot and a half. This is our recommended sail tie kit for all sailors of all levels. Knots stay tied so sail keeps its best shape.
(5 Corner Ties and 12 Sail Ties are included in our kit)
This sail tie kit is a Colie upgrade on all Optimists we sell.
(01.65) $17 |
Colie Optimist Sail Tie Kit with EuroColors
BlackGold Vectran corner ties with EuroPurple sail ties
Our kit is made right here in our shop so that lines are long enough to tie twice around securely through each grommet plus enough for a square knot and a half. Chosen by racers who like super thin low stretch vectran sail ties.
(5 Corner Ties and 12 Sail Ties are included in our kit)
(01.668) $16 (You may request EuroPurple, EuroGold, EuroRed, EuroNeon) |
Optimist "Club" Sail Tie Kit
Our kit is made from Marlow Excel Pro right here in our shop so that lines are long enough to tie twice around securely through each grommet plus enough for a square knot and a half.
(5 Corner Ties and 12 Sail Ties are included in our kit)
(01.64) $12 |
Optimist Mini-Spool BlackGold has no-stretch Vectran core
Sail tie diameter 1.4 mm vectran x 49'
Best choice: STAYS TIED!!!
(01.1367) $22 |
EuroColors Bundles: Cut your own sail ties
Low stretch Vectran core, very thin, stays tied exceptionally well
Available in bundles measuring on the average 9' You'll want 2 bundles per sail for twice-around sail ties. We recommend cutting with wire cutters!
Pot luck preferences EuroPurple, EuroGold, EuroRed, EuroNeon
(01.EGB) $3 per bundle |
new Optimist Mini-Spool
Sail tie diameter 2mm Orion 500 x 97.5'
16 plait polyester cover on braided polyester core
Solid Black, Navy or Red
(47.MR-2) $16.95 |
Optimist Mini-Spool BlackGold has no-stretch Vectran core
Corner tie diameter 3mm vectran x 52'. Don't leave home without it!
(01.1368) $38 |
Optimist Mini-Spool BlackGold has no-stretch Vectran core
Sprit halyard down haul & sail outhaul diameter 4mm vectran x 39'
(01.1369) $48 |
| annually check your universals for cracks and wear |
Optiparts Deluxe Optimist Tiller Extension Universal
we recommend this one for value & longevity
Replace your tiller extension universal with the best on the market before it breaks on the water: Deluxe releasable joint with rope core, aluminum pin and shrink tubing for use on standard aluminum and carbon tiller extensions
(01.652950) $18 |
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JCD Tiller Extension Universal
Replace your tiller extension universal with this frictionless solution deluxe releasable joint with rope core, on standard aluminum and carbon tiller extensions. Lasts nearly a lifetime. Easy to install.
(20.001) $39.95 |
RWO Omniflex Tiller Extension Universal Universal
Releasable joint with for use on standard aluminum and carbon tiller extensions
(48.0840) $8.65 |
Ronstan Tiller Extension Universal Universal - Dev's favorite for flexibility
Releasable joint with for use on standard aluminum and carbon tiller extensions,
47.RF3133) $10.40 |
| wind indicators for Optimist club style masts |
Optimist Kingfisher Wind Indicator for Club Mast
Plastic yoke with shock cord clip encircles mast for attachment
(01.80518) $24.75 |
| wind indicators for Optimist racing masts |
Optimist Kingfisher Wind Indicator for Racing Mast
Has molded red arrow style "flag" and aluminum staff
(01.80519) $24.75 |
Optimist Little Hawk MKI Wind Indicator
For racing mast has orange rectanglular "flag" and aluminum staff
(01.505) $15 |
Optiparts Low-Friction Optimist Racing Wind Indicator
Steph's favorite has rectangluar molded plastic red "flag" & aluminum staff with a nice tapered point on it
(01.1242) $19 |
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Optiparts Standard Optimist Wind Indicator
Has wire frame for red vinyl "flag" & aluminum staff
(01.1240) $19 |
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Optiparts Pennant holders for racing wind indicators
Plastic plugs for mast make inserting wind indicator easier
(01.1338) $19 pair |
| even more stuff |
| Colie Deluxe Optimist Coverss and Blade Bags |
| Seitech and Optiparts Optimist Dollies |
Mirazyme Odor Elininator
ELIMINATES that smell in sailing clothing, neoprene and even boots in your car! It really works!
(99.04) $2 1/2 oz. single application
(99.045) $4.40 2 oz. traveller size
for the road
(99.05) $7.99 8 oz. bottle
(99.055) $89.95 Gallon
(OK, now you have enough to share...) |
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