by Garrett Sherman | Mar 15, 2023
Leading sailing wetsuit design is the ACE wetsuit with its advanced technology and materials that allow you to begin the day ready for the conditions. The DryTec quickdry wetsuit revolutionizes the current offering to the sailing community. Within an innovation lab,...
by Spencer Wiberley | Jan 28, 2022
An evolution of our previous range, the new range of Zhik dinghy boots improves on grip and durability, while adding better comfort. The Lightweight High Cut Boot is our lightest high cut supportive boot, designed for high intensity, high activity sailing. Suitable...
by Spencer Wiberley | Jan 28, 2022
Keep warm with this plush spandex fleece top that has excellent water repellency. One of Zhik?s most popular technical tops and the first choice in water repellent fleece. Combine with a weather shield top for an all over weather shield that will keep you comfortable...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
White Optimist sleeve sail with reef, ideal for sailing schools. When using the reef eye, the boom goes up and gives more headspace for the sailor and reduces the sail area by roughly .65 meters squared. A sleeve pocket for the Optimist mast at the luff with a cut out...
by Roger Scott | May 20, 2020 | equipment, sailing
Everyone can conjure up the iconic image: A turquoise sea, light stray clouds skidding along in the heavens, and a white sail on the horizon standing out against the blue sky. Oh, to be a sailor! Onlookers often wonder about their destination. Is it somewhere...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
A long john designed for sailing in warm conditions combining a heavy quality rash fabric with a 4WaySupertex seatpart, knees and shinbone to provide extra comfort. This Summer Long John is to be combined on a hiking boat with the Endurance Pads to ensure sailors to...
by Roger Scott | Mar 26, 2020
Welcome to the "Opti" Zone At Optistuff.com, we know you can never be too prepared. We created the “Opti” Zone, where you can learn about yourself as a sailor and everything you will need to create successful sailing experiences. Why choose a McLaughlin...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 25, 2019
Call (800) 784-6478 for more information or to start your order We believe that American craftsmanship means a product that is excellent, dependable and no-nonsense. With our signature line of KIWI RIBS, we offer you just that. For the best in coaching and small...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 20, 2019
We can’t make hiking comfortable, but having these straps will make it better! ?These straps are handmade for our PRO Racer custom hulls. They have a lot of thought put into them. These are hands down the very best hiking straps for the barefoot sailor. They are...
by Chris Cummings | Jan 23, 2019
McLaughlin Champions As proud as we are of our American-made, expertly crafted sailboats, we know that a racing boat is only as good as the racer at the helm. With that in mind, we are proud to document the incredible results of McLaughlin racers around the world. Is...
by Roger Scott | Nov 15, 2020 | sailing
The McLaughlin PRO Racer is the most technologically advanced Optimist in the world. It also happens to be the the most customizable Optimist in the world! McLaughlin’s craftsmen take the time to customize every PRO Racer, while still guaranteeing maximum stiffness...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
Waterproof laminated PU outer layer with taped seams, for added protection from the elements. Soft micro fleece hydrophilic inner lining wicks moisture away from the body combined with a high neck collar provide optimal comfort and warmth. Flatlock stitching 4Way...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 20, 2019
Rooster mainsheet. No tangle opti high performance mainsheet. The line has a light high stretch inner core which leaves the outer core to be the load bearer. This helpos to maintain stability and prevents the rope from tangling. 7mm x 21′. This line comes in...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 6, 2023
DESCRIPTION FEATURES Amara grip panel UV50+ Protection Comfortable knuckle panel Velcro secured wrist Comfortable stretch fabric Quick dry fabric Easy pull on strap SIZES JS, JM, JL, S, M, L, XL
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
The performance mesh fabric and a plastic reinforced pre-curved peak?ensures minimal water absorption.?With an adjustable hook/loop closure and a comfortable 3-layer cotton sweatband. This sailing sunvisor is a perfect protection against the sun for eye and head...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
These Optimax MK4? spar sets that have been chartered at a few McLaughlin events. This is USED equipment. The set includes the mast, sprit, and a 45mm boom. The boom comes with all the lines, (outhaul, bridle, boomvang, and bling). The mast comes with sprit halyard...
by Spencer Wiberley | Feb 18, 2021
The Rooster Aquapro Gloves follow the success of Rooster’s Aquafleece top by combining the warmth of a fleece inner layer with the wind protection of a outer shell.? Through a special fabric, the gloves have the increased stretch capabilities needed for a...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 8, 2023
The Optimist FIXED sleeve School mast set contains: FIXED Optimist school mast and boom EX1040 ? Optimist SCHOOL 25mm sprit Ideal Optimist spar set for sailing schools! It has never been so easy to store your Optimist mast sets after use. This sleeve Optimist mast set...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 20, 2019
Soft fleece teddy lining on the inside combined with a spandex outer layer makes this top not only warm but also water repellent. Smart technology alongside slim fit construction keeps you warm and comfortable even when wet. This long sleeved top can be used as a base...
by Spencer Wiberley | Apr 23, 2020
Team McLauglin Tech Shirt commemorating the 2019 World Championships. Teal with Grey Scale Lettering Polyester fabric wicks moisture away from skin and dries quickly 2-way stretch provides a comfortable range of motion and a soft feel
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
A long rash pant designed for summer sailing combining a heavy quality rash fabric with a 4WaySupertex seat part to provide extra comfort for the seatpart, knees and shinbones. The design incorporated light colours to reflect the heat in warm climates, helping to keep...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 21, 2019
A rash short designed for summer sailing combining a heavy quality rash fabric with a 4WaySupertex seat part to provide comfort. This pant can be used with the new Endurance Pads to ensure sailors to be able to hike hard. Designed in a light grey to reflect heat in...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 20, 2019
The Optiparts new rule foils have a good finish and are built according to the new IOD rules. Both the rudder and daggerboard are made to the maximum allowed thickness to create a foil as stiff as possible under the given rules. The daggerboard is finished with nicely...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 16, 2023
The Microfleece? V wetsuit top provides great flexibility and comfort on the water. Combining stretchy 1mm thermal insulating neoprene with a fleece lining that will keep you warm in a wide range of conditions; this essential top will keep you performing on the water...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 16, 2023
Our next generation Deckbeaters?. Perfect for all seated water craft, the padded and ergonomically contoured seat panel takes the edge off any hard surface. 12mm perforations are strategically placed neoprene allowing for super fast drainage and huge amounts of air...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 16, 2023
The Microfleece? V skiff suit provides great flexibility and comfort on the water. Combining stretchy 1mm thermal insulating neoprene with a fleece lining that will keep you warm in a wide range of conditions; this essential top will keep you performing on the water...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 16, 2023
Keep warm with this plush spandex fleece top that has excellent water repellency. One of Zhik?s most popular technical tops and the first choice in water repellent fleece. Combine with the Titanium top for an all over weather shield that will keep you comfortable and...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 16, 2023
Keep warm with this plush spandex fleece top that has excellent water repellency. One of Zhik?s most popular technical tops and the first choice in water repellent fleece. Combine with the Titanium top for an all over weather shield that will keep you comfortable and...
by Chris Cummings | Feb 20, 2019
This is the perfect solution for the lighter weight sailor who needs a 4:1 mainsheet. This light weight connector reduces the amount of line in the system by roughly 24 inches.?Harken 40mm and 29mm blocks are custom spliced together with?vectran line and the other end...
by Garrett Sherman | Mar 6, 2023
DESCRIPTION Socks made of 2mm neoprene which are comfortable and warm. These socks comes with pull strap to put them on more easily. FEATURES ? 2 mm Neo-Skin fabric ? Flatlock stitching ? Pre-shaped ? Pull strap SIZES S ? M ? L ?...