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Optimist
Dinghy Base.
Everything Optimist in one place.
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Sail Selector
Match sailor weight to suitable Optimist sails.
Review my sailor & kit
Enter your child and current boat setup to see what fits, what is nearing its limit and what may need changing.
Spars and foils
Match mast, boom, sprit and foil stiffness to sailor weight.
Today's Setup
Choose the sailor, exact rig and today’s conditions, then see how to set ties, sprit, vang, outhaul, luff and rake — and why.
Rigging Guide
Set up your Optimist with clear, practical rigging guidance.
Interactive boat
Rotate, zoom and explore the Optimist hull and race-fit interior in 3D.
Marketplace
Browse and list used Optimist boats, sails and kit from the community.
Secondhand guide
Know what to look for when buying used Optimist equipment.
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