Shipping and Delivery
Enjoy free shipping on qualifying orders of $145 or more delivered within the 48 contiguous United States. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories are excluded.
Delivery for qualifying free-shipping orders takes 8 to 10 business days.
Free shipping does not apply to:
- Orders containing only clearance items
- Customized special orders made to your detailed requirements
- Sails and boats
- Long tracks, spinnaker poles, whisker poles, and large tubes
- Oversized or heavy items, including items that require less-than-truckload (LTL) freight shipping
Standard Shipping
- UPS and FedEx Ground: Delivery usually takes 2 to 5 business days for in-stock orders.
- USPS: Allow an additional 3 business days beyond the standard shipping time.
- Saturday delivery: UPS and FedEx deliver on Saturdays only for overnight shipments sent on Friday. Additional charges may apply.
Oversized Items and Freight Shipping
Oversized items, such as whisker poles, spinnaker poles, and tracks longer than 8 feet, require freight shipping. The estimated shipping cost is $500, depending on the destination.
For freight deliveries, provide a commercial address, such as the marina, yacht club, or boatyard where your sailboat is located. The recipient must sign for the shipment upon delivery.
International Orders
International customers are responsible for all applicable import duties, fees, and taxes.
Optimist Classic Sail – Red (Over 95 lb)
The sail for the racers at 43 kgs +
The basic JSail model introduced in 2000. The most successful sail used by many event winners. Excellent speed when sailing downwind. Marvelous performance in all nautical conditions, especially at long waves. In strong wind conditions it requires dynamic body and sheet work. Easy to trim, produced with plain or square cloth.
J/SAIL Optimist Sail Selection Guide
Use the following chart to compare J/SAIL Optimist models according to the sailor’s recommended weight range.
| Line | Model | Sailor Weight (kg) | Sailor Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | Green | Under 35 kg | Under 77 lb |
| Classic | Blue | 35–45 kg | 77–99 lb |
| Classic | Red | Over 43 kg | Over 95 lb |
| Classic | Black | 50 kg and over | 110 lb and over |
| 2.0 | Green 2.0 | Under 35 kg | Under 77 lb |
| 2.0 | Blue 2.0 | 35–45 kg | 77–99 lb |
| 2.0 | Red 2.0 | Over 43 kg | Over 95 lb |
| 2.0 | Black 2.0 | 50 kg and over | 110 lb and over |
| 3.0 | Blue 3.0 | 34–44 kg | 75–97 lb |
Weight ranges are general recommendations. Sailing technique, experience, strength, and typical wind conditions may also influence model selection.
The sail for the racers at 43 kgs +
The basic JSail model introduced in 2000. The most successful sail used by many event winners. Excellent speed when sailing downwind. Marvelous performance in all nautical conditions, especially at long waves. In strong wind conditions it requires dynamic body and sheet work. Easy to trim, produced with plain or square cloth.
J/SAIL Optimist Sail Selection Guide
Use the following chart to compare J/SAIL Optimist models according to the sailor’s recommended weight range.
| Line | Model | Sailor Weight (kg) | Sailor Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic | Green | Under 35 kg | Under 77 lb |
| Classic | Blue | 35–45 kg | 77–99 lb |
| Classic | Red | Over 43 kg | Over 95 lb |
| Classic | Black | 50 kg and over | 110 lb and over |
| 2.0 | Green 2.0 | Under 35 kg | Under 77 lb |
| 2.0 | Blue 2.0 | 35–45 kg | 77–99 lb |
| 2.0 | Red 2.0 | Over 43 kg | Over 95 lb |
| 2.0 | Black 2.0 | 50 kg and over | 110 lb and over |
| 3.0 | Blue 3.0 | 34–44 kg | 75–97 lb |
Weight ranges are general recommendations. Sailing technique, experience, strength, and typical wind conditions may also influence model selection.
