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Optiparts EX978 – Optimist Blackgold Power Mast Set with Complete Rigging
The Optiparts EX978 Blackgold Power mast set is a high-performance rig designed for experienced and heavier Optimist sailors who require maximum stiffness and precise sail control. As part of the BLACKGOLD™ system, it represents one of the most advanced Optimist rig solutions used in competitive sailing.
The set includes the Blackgold Power mast (EX900), Blackgold Power 45 mm boom (EX945), and Blackgold Medium 27 mm sprit (EX960). All components are manufactured from aerospace-grade 7075 aluminium with a black hard anodized finish, ensuring exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to wear.
The 45 mm Power boom provides increased stiffness for higher leech tension, while the 27 mm Medium sprit offers a balanced combination of strength and responsiveness, being approximately 20% stiffer than the Lite version.
The mast set is supplied with a complete rigging pack (EX13591), including premium low-stretch Vectran lines, Dyneema halyards, and Harken ball bearing blocks for optimal performance.
Product Optimist Blackgold Power Mast Set Brand Optiparts Part Number EX978 EAN 7438207071012 Mast EX900 Blackgold Power mast Boom EX945 Blackgold Power boom, 45 mm Sprit EX960 Blackgold Medium sprit, 27 mm Material 7075 aluminium (aerospace grade) Finish Black hard anodized (45 micron) Rig Type Blackgold Power racing rig Rigging Included (EX13591)
Key features:
- Maximum stiffness Power mast for advanced sailors
- 45 mm boom for high leech tension and control
- 27 mm Medium sprit with increased stiffness
- Black hard anodized 7075 aluminium construction
- Zero stretch, zero creep Vectran line package
- Pure Dyneema spliced halyards
- Harken ball bearing halyard blocks
- Black fittings and sprit chafe protection
- Captive eye straps and anodized cleats
- Complete ready-to-race spar set
- Optimized for heavier and advanced sailors
- Maximum power and sail control
- Used in international Optimist racing environments
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