Optimist Parts

The Heel Plug for the Optimist race mast is for use with BlackGold Spars and other race spars. It replaces the plug at the bottom of your Opti mast.   Optiparts Part # EX1256

The Optimist pintle set from Optiparts can be used with most Opti rudders but is specifically designed for replacing Optiparts pintles. The fittings are stainless and feature a 6mm pin diameter. The set includes both upper and lower pintles as well as...

Racing deck collar with an oval and tapered inner diameter. The oval inner diameter allows the maximum fore/aft play and minimum side play. The tapered inner diameter allows the mast to be raked. 4 countersunk mounting holes. Hole size in deck :...

Inboard end jaw for 40mm boom. Optiparts Part # EX1280

Inboard end jaw for 32mm boom. Optiparts Part # EX1275

Sprit ends for racing 27mm sprit, pair. Optiparts Part # EX1271

Here at Zim Sailing we stock and sell more Optimist Airbags than anyone else in North America.  Our airbags are fabricated from a heavy duty polyurethane and feature a long twist valve style tube. We sell 43L and 48L airbags. Typically 43L...

Tried and true Optiparts wind indicator.  This popular racing wind indicator has a 5 mm shaft, which fits all common top pins (pennant holders).  Optiparts Part # EX1243

Racing deck collar with an oval and tapered inner diameter. The oval inner diameter allows the maximum fore/aft play and minimum side play. The tapered inner diameter allows the mast to be raked. 4 countersunk mounting holes. Hole size in deck : Ø...

The Bow Bumper for the Optimist is made from a heavy duty polyester cloth with foam tubing that provides great protection against damage. The bumper fits securely on the bow of the Optimist and is a great option for sailing schools and learn to sail...

 Opti mast step.  Optiparts Part # EX1202

Mast Lock, keeps mast from coming up out of the mast step during a capsize. This lock has a rubber insert and should be clamped around the mast just under the deck. Comes with a lanyard to attach to the mast step.       ...