Introducing the O-Pro
Created to extend the life of an Optimist
to keep children in sailing and having fun.
The O-Pro is created by adding a bow extension to an original optimist, which simply attaches with one fastening through the tow rope hole.
The bow extension is a watertight compartment, extending the Optimist out by 450mm. The bow piece has a total weight of 3kg and takes approximately two minutes to install.
Alongside the bow extension, the O-Pro also has a carbon tip extension that plugs into the existing aluminium bottom section of the Optimist mast. As well as a new conventional sail that is 1.2 sqm bigger than the optimist sail.
The O-Pro
Benefits of the O-Pro
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It extends the life of an Optimist.
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Allows two young children to sail together.
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It is a cost effective solution.
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Learner boat for older/heavier children.
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It fills a gap where we’re potentially missing a class.
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Significantly improved performance.
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Added buoyancy in the bow increases displacement creating an ideal two handed boat, also less water in a capsize.
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Significantly less water ingression due to bow and splash boards.
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The O-Pro allows older children to stay sailing in an Optimist, with a higher crew weight of 60kg+ and still remain competitive.
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The O-Pro rig features a triangular conventional sail with Cunningham, Out-haul and Vang controls allowing the more experienced sailors to learn sail trim and rig tuning functions.
O-PRO In THE MEDIA
