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Optiparts EX1222 is a 48-liter buoyancy bag for Optimist dinghies, made from polyurethane-coated nylon for superior strength and reduced weight compared to PVC alternatives. This orange version is equipped with a twist lock tube valve, allowing quick and easy inflation and deflation. The 48L capacity improves flotation and significantly reduces water ingress after capsize, making it suitable for training and racing applications.
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Optiparts EX1222 - Optimist Buoyancy Bag 48L Orange – Polyurethane Nylon, Twist Lock Valve
Optiparts EX1222 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 offers 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 handling.
This version features a twist lock tube valve with an attached tube, enabling fast and convenient inflation and deflation. This system simplifies operation and allows efficient pressure adjustment.
The 48-liter capacity results in slightly higher 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 EX1222 Product Name Optimist buoyancy bag 48 liter – orange SKU EX1222 EAN 7438206968931 Type Buoyancy bag Material Polyurethane-coated nylon Capacity 48 liters Valve Type Twist lock tube valve Color Orange 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 for quick inflation and deflation
- 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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