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Optiparts EX1219 - Optimist Buoyancy Bag 48L Red – Polyurethane Nylon, Twist Lock Tube Valve
Optiparts EX1219 is a buoyancy bag designed for Optimist sailboats, providing enhanced flotation and helping to minimize water accumulation after capsize. With a 48-liter capacity, it delivers improved buoyancy compared to smaller bags.
Manufactured from polyurethane-coated nylon, this buoyancy bag is significantly stronger and approximately half the weight of traditional PVC or PVC-coated alternatives, ensuring durability and improved performance.
This version features a twist lock tube valve with an attached tube, enabling quick and easy inflation and deflation. This system simplifies handling and allows efficient adjustment of internal pressure.
The 48-liter volume results in slightly increased weight compared to 43-liter models but significantly improves post-capsize recovery by keeping more water out of the hull.
For safe operation, the buoyancy bag should not be over-inflated. When properly filled, it should remain soft to the touch. Over-inflation combined with heat exposure may cause damage. Care should also be taken to avoid sharp objects inside the hull that could puncture the bag.
Brand Optiparts Part Number EX1219 Product Name Optimist buoyancy bag 48 liter – red SKU EX1219 EAN 7438206968917 Type Buoyancy bag Material Polyurethane-coated nylon Capacity 48 liters Valve Type Twist lock tube valve (with tube) Color Red Size (inflated) 29 × 92 cm Size (deflated) 44 × 98 cm Radius 5 cm Application Optimist sailboats
- 48L buoyancy bag for Optimist dinghies
- Polyurethane-coated nylon – lighter and stronger than PVC
- Twist lock tube valve with hose for easy handling
- Improved flotation and reduced water ingress after capsize
- Durable and lightweight construction
- Important: avoid over-inflation and contact with sharp objects
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