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The Optimist is the premier dinghy for under 16's in the world. Sailed in over 100 countries by over 150,000 young people, the Optimist is, quite simply, the dinghy in which the young people of the world learn to sail.

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Turkey's Cengiz Eren Güvenç is setting the pace
Posted on 26 Feb Optiorange 2026 in Valencia Preview
412 sailors from 30 countries have gathered for the event
Posted on 25 Feb Marina Ibiza backs Balearic grassroots sailing
Lending its support to the Balearic Team Championship-Marina Ibiza Trophy
Posted on 25 Feb Bassenthwaite SC 2026 season preview
Navigators & General Bass Week, Great North Asymmetric Challenge and more
Posted on 24 Feb Brand-new GP Watercraft website
Living and breathing the mantra 'Crafted for Performance. Shaped by Experience.'
Posted on 20 Feb Hyde Sails in attendance at RYA Dinghy Show
Ben McGrane and John Brooks are available to speak to
Posted on 18 Feb GP Watercraft set to thrill at the Dinghy Show
A bumper display of exciting boats and kit on Stand L35
Posted on 16 Feb Dinghy Show Discount Period from Hyde Sails
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Posted on 15 Feb 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy day 3
Wind finally makes its appearance, with Canada's Will Keilty leading
Posted on 14 Feb 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy day 2
The weather continues to dictate the regatta
Posted on 13 Feb 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy day 1
Day one racing suspended due to wind alert
Posted on 12 Feb 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy preview
Several changes compared to recent editions
Posted on 11 Feb Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja overall
Izan Rogel and María Antonia Peñalver are the new champions
Posted on 2 Feb Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja day 3
When the force of nature takes over
Posted on 31 Jan Hong Kong Race Week 2026 Day 2
Leaders consolidate positions at the top
Posted on 31 Jan Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja day 2
Nicolás Bastard takes the lead after a second day of light winds
Posted on 30 Jan Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja day 1
Wind dominates opening day with only one race completed
Posted on 30 Jan Junior DN & Ice Optimist Worlds and Europeans
Completing the entire racing program is a rare accomplishment in ice sailing
Posted on 29 Jan Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja starts tomorrow
419 Optimist sailors representing 30 countries set to compete
Posted on 28 Jan Blackwater SC sends team captain to Monaco
Callum Marshall represents UK at the Optimist Team Racing Championships
Posted on 28 Jan Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja Preview
More than 400 sailors from 28 countries set to start racing on Thursday
Posted on 27 Jan Sail Canada 2026 Sail West Championships preview
The Notice of race for this event will soon be available
Posted on 15 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship overall
Sydney's Walter Heeley has been crowned champion in Hobart
Posted on 15 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship day 5
A frustrating day in Hobart
Posted on 14 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship day 4
Leaders streaking ahead in Hobart
Posted on 14 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship day 3
Finals fleets locked in after qualifying in Hobart
Posted on 12 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship day 2
Opti sailors making a splash in Hobart
Posted on 12 Jan SDAT - ASAF India International Youth Championship
The regatta provided a strong competitive platform for emerging talent
Posted on 11 Jan Musto Australian Optimist Championship day 1
Strong winds keep Opti sailors ashore in Hobart
Posted on 10 Jan 150 Optimist sailors ready for Derwent action
As the 2026 Australian Optimist Dinghy Championship kicks off
Posted on 9 Jan
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© Marina Ibiza 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 3
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© Oscar Torveo The 360 Optimist boats leaving the port of Palamós
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 2
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 2
© Oscar Torveo The sailors taking the opportunity to fine-tune their boats - 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
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© Oscar Torveo The Organizing Committee of the 2026 Palamós Optimist Trophy
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
© Oscar Torveo 36th Palamós International Optimist Trophy - Day 1
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