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Optiparts EX970 – Optimist Blackgold Lite Mast Set with Complete Rigging
The Optiparts EX970 Blackgold Lite mast set is a premium racing rig designed to deliver optimal performance for lightweight Optimist sailors. Built around the advanced BLACKGOLD™ system, it combines high flexibility, reduced weight, and top-grade materials for precise sail control in all conditions.
The set includes the Blackgold Lite mast (EX902), Blackgold Medium 40 mm boom (EX940), and Blackgold Lite 26.6 mm sprit (EX959). All components are manufactured from aerospace-grade 7075 T6 aluminium with black hard anodized finish, ensuring exceptional strength and durability.
The 26.6 mm Lite sprit offers approximately 15% lower weight and 20% increased flexibility compared to the standard 27 mm Medium sprit, improving responsiveness and handling for lighter sailors.
The mast set is supplied with a complete high-performance rigging package, including zero-stretch Vectran lines, Dyneema halyards, and premium Harken ball bearing blocks.
Product Optimist Blackgold Lite Mast Set Brand Optiparts Part Number EX970 EAN 7438207070084 Mast EX902 Blackgold Lite mast Boom EX940 Blackgold Medium boom, 40 mm Sprit EX959 Blackgold Lite sprit, 26.6 mm Material 7075 T6 aluminium (aerospace grade) Finish Black hard anodized (45 micron) Rig Type Blackgold Lite racing rig Rigging Included (Vectran lines, Dyneema halyards)
Key features:
- High-flex Lite mast optimized for lightweight sailors
- 40 mm Medium boom for balanced stiffness and control
- 26.6 mm Lite sprit – 15% lighter and 20% more flexible
- Black hard anodized 7075 T6 aluminium construction
- Zero stretch, zero creep Vectran line package
- Pure Dyneema spliced halyards
- Harken ball bearing halyard blocks
- Captive eye straps and anodized cleats
- Black fittings and sprit chafe protection
- Complete ready-to-race spar set
- Optimized for lightweight performance sailing
- High-end materials and competition-grade components
- Used in international Optimist racing environments
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