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Both share the same fittings and layout, which means sailors can progress without relearning the rig or replacing everything at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining and club sailing — Optimist Club Spar Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurable, simple, same layout as Pro. Ideal for sailing schools and early racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Optimist Club mast, boom and sprit are designed for sailing schools, clubs and sailors learning the fundamentals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, high quality and durable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame fittings and geometry as Pro spars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for sail-tie sails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpar sets are supplied complete with rig pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough using the same layout and similar appearance as our Pro products, spars can be upgraded as individual sailors' needs change. For example, upgrading to a Pro Stiff boom will provide a growing sailor with more power and very similar performance to our Pro Stiff set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampionship Racing — Optimist Pro Spar Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Optimist Pro system is designed for sailors competing at national and international level. It is lighter, more responsive and allows meaningful tuning based on sailor weight and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pro spars are manufactured from 7075 T9 aluminium alloy, hard anodised and cold drawn for accuracy. This ensures consistent bend characteristics and predictable behaviour from boat to boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pro system is available with different mast and boom flex options, because in Optimist sailing, flex is one of the most effective performance tools. If in doubt, choose the more flexible option. It makes the boat easier to sail and does not limit progression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Set Flex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate spar set for racing sailors under 40 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Flex Mast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bends earlier in gusts, flattening the sail automatically. Makes the boat easier to control in stronger or gusty conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Flex Boom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Softer response and earlier depowering. Reduces fatigue and improves control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Sprit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger 28 mm tube with thin walls for extra stiffness and lighter weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sprit plays a different role than the mast and boom. Testing has shown that the Optimist sprit should be stiff, while the mast and boom provide the controlled bend needed to depower the sail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Set Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple championship-winning combination for racing sailors 40–45 kg. A very common high-performance setup. Stable boom, controlled mast bend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Flex Mast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bends earlier in gusts, flattening the sail automatically. Makes the boat easier to control in stronger or gusty conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stiff Boom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extreme stiffness-to-weight ratio. Transfers load efficiently into the mast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Sprit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger 28 mm tube with thin walls for extra stiffness and lighter weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very successful setup and can extend up to 50 kg sailors. The stiff boom and sprit work together to force bending loads into the flex mast. The mast bends predictably and the sail depowers smoothly. Bending the mast flattens the sail while keeping a tighter leech to maintain pointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Set Stiff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra stiff, yet super light: the perfect power set for racing sailors over 45 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stiff Mast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds sail shape and power, particularly effective in medium conditions, allowing heavier sailors to power up early and hold lanes upwind. Rewards a more active and dynamic sailing style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Stiff Boom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extreme stiffness-to-weight ratio. Transfers load efficiently into the mast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Sprit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger 28 mm tube with thin walls for extra stiffness and lighter weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRig Packs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Seldén spar sets are supplied with a rig pack utilising the latest hardware and rope combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimist Deck Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeldén's Optimist deck hardware is engineered specifically for young sailors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Opti Sheet Block\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete, ready-to-use sheeting system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-attachment blocks connected with Dyneema loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced line length in the boat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy installation without knots or splicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes trimming easier and faster, especially during manoeuvres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRatchet blocks that help, not hinder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic and manual ratchet blocks with aluminium sheaves provide reliable grip with modern, thinner lines. Adjustable engagement lets sailors decide when extra holding power is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Safe Choice for Parents. A Proven Choice for Sailors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeldén has been designing and manufacturing spars since the 1960s. The same understanding of materials, profiles and load paths used in Olympic dinghies and yachts is applied to the Optimist class. 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