Optimist Rudder Retaining Clip
The Optiparts Optimist Rudder Retaining Clip is a small but essential piece of hardware for any Optimist sailor, designed to securely retain the rudder blade in its fittings and prevent it from lifting out unintentionally while sailing. Manufactured from stainless steel and compliant with I.O.D.A. class rules, it's the trusted retaining clip of choice for competitive Optimist sailors worldwide.
Compatible with Optimist rudder blades up to 15mm thick, it's a straightforward, reliable replacement for worn or missing clips that keeps your rudder setup secure and race-ready.
Features
Rudder Blade Retention - Prevents the rudder blade from lifting out of its fittings unintentionally while sailing.
I.O.D.A. Class Legal - Manufactured in compliance with International Optimist Dinghy Association class rules.
Marine Grade - Durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel construction ensures long-lasting reliability in both fresh and saltwater environments.
15mm Blades - Compatible with the full range of standard Optimist rudder blade dimensions up to 15mm thickness.
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SHIPPING
All orders are shipped from our Brookvale, Sydney order fulfilment centre. Orders are normally shipped within 5 business days - most quicker!
Shipping day estimates after your order leaves our fulfilment centre in Sydney are based on Australia Post domestic delivery times:
| State | Regular |
Express |
| ACT | 2 - 3 business days | 1 - 2 business days |
| NSW | 2 - 4 business days | 1 - 3 business days |
| NT | 4 - 13 business days | 3 - 5 business days |
| QLD | 3 -12 business days | 2 - 4 business days |
| SA | 3 - 5 business days | 2 - 4 business days |
| TAS | 4 - 8 business days | 2 - 4 business days |
| VIC | 3 - 5 business days | 2 - 3 business days |
| WA | 5 - 10 business days | 2 - 6 business days |
* These delivery times are an estimate and actual delivery times may vary based on peak periods and other external factors. Bulky orders may take longer.
Shipping rates are automatically calculated based on live quotes supplied by our shipping partners. The quote takes into consideration, the bulk of your cart, where you want it delivered and if you want express or standard shipping.
Get a shipping rate estimate by adding items to your online cart. Go to the cart by clicking on the shopping cart icon located at the top right of the page. Then enter your shipping destination information into the "Estimate Shipping and Tax" section of the shopping cart summary.
International Shipping
We are currently unable to deliver online orders outside of Australia.
If you are located outside of Australia and wish to place an order offline. Please contact our Mail Order department or send us an enquiry via the orange help bubble located at the bottom right of this page.
RETURNS
Online purchases can be returned/exchanged within 30 days. Some exclusions do apply.
Visit our Returns Policy page for details on how you can return an item.


