TECHNICAL Class Rules

Class Rules

Class Rules

The object of the class is to provide racing for young people at low cost. 

The Optimist is a One-Design Class Dinghy.  Except where the Class Rules specifically permit variations, boats shall be alike in hull form, constructions, weight & weight distribution, rigging spars and sail plan. 

For any interpretations of the Class Rules, please send your inquires to technical.chair@optiworld.org.

 

Documents

02 Feb 2024 CURRENT VERSION

2024 Class Rules

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26 Jan 2024 CURRENT VERSION

2024 Class Rules Changes

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17 Apr 2023

Optimist Class Rules 2023 - Amended 16/04/23

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21 Feb 2023

Optimist Class Rules 2023

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01 Mar 2022

Optimist Class Rules 2022

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08 Jan 2021

Optimist Class Rules 2021

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01 Mar 2020

Optimist Class Rules 2020

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30 Dec 2018

Optimist Class Rules 2019

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12 Dec 2017

Optimist Class Rules 2018

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24 Apr 2017

Optimist Class Rules 2017

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03 Jan 2016

Optimist Class Rules 2016

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23 Feb 2015

Optimist Class Rules 2015

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14 Jan 2014

Optimist Class Rules 2014

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01 Jan 2013

Optimist Class Rules 2013

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10 Oct 2013

Interpretation of the International Optimist Class Rules 2013

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15 Feb 2012

Optimisit Class Rules 2012

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15 Feb 2012

Optimist Class Rules 2012 Amendments

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