Primus Cursus Award
In 2018, Hodács Lajos celebrated the 30th anniversary of the production of his Optimist boats. This milestone, reflecting decades of dedication and mastery of the boatbuilding craft, was marked by the establishment of the "Primus Cursus Challenge Trophy" by Hodács Composites.
According to the founding document, from 2018 to 2028, the award is given annually to the top-ranking Hungarian Optimist sailor who is competing in his or her first national championship at the Hungarian Optimist Championship. Along with the Challenge Trophy, winners receive a commemorative award they may keep permanently and a 100,000 HUF voucher redeemable at the Hodács Composites. The trophy will become the property of the sailing club whose sailors have won it the most times at the end of the 10-year period.
These awards are uniquely crafted pieces created by artist László Kutassy, known among sailors for his creations, such as the Nádas Cup awards.
Here is a list of the winners since the award’s inception:
- 2018: The first recipient was Janka Bozóki (HUN 314) from VVSI. Congratulations!
- 2019: Artúr Andrik (HUN 377) from THE-YKA claimed the trophy. Congratulations!
- 2020: Martin Zarándy (HUN 2009) from SVE emerged as the best first-time championship sailor. Congratulations!
- 2021: Zsombor Lukáts (HUN 958), representing THE-YKA, took home the trophy. Congratulations!
- 2022: Anasztázia Léda Zsédai (HUN 958) from THE-YKA won the award. Congratulations!/li>
- 2023: Bulcsú Csalló (HUN 1303) from Procelero SE received the trophy in its sixth presentation. Congratulations!
As we are now past the halfway point of this 10-year period, we look forward to seeing which club will ultimately earn the Primus Cursus Challenge Trophy. Best of luck to all first-time competitors in the upcoming championships!
This optimist spar set from Optimax spars is for midweight optimist sailors between 35-45kg. Complete set of optimist rig with following items: - Optimax MK3 mast - Optimax MK4 boom - 45mm - Optimax MK3 sprit (if no choice)For the same price the sprit choice is yours, just write it in the order comment: MK3/MK3Flex/MK3Hyperflex Also inclusive rigging pack with: - 2x Nylon top pins - 1x Harken ball bearing hook-in block - 1x Windesign wind indicator PRO - 1x Windesign 25 mm low friction ring - 1x Nylon sprit adjuster handle - 1x 3 mm Dyneema halyard line - 1x 4 mm halyard line - 5x 2.2 mm tack lines - 12x 1.2 mm double lacing lines - 1x Deck collar with mast sleeve.
The original and iconic ‘big yellow timer’ is still the top choice for competitors around the world today. If you need a robust timer, with an easy-to-read display, and exceptional sailing functionality, then this is the one for you. The OS3 can be strapped to a mast or comfortably worn over your sailing kit. The face rotates to give you the best viewing angle and the big buttons mean you won’t be left fumbling when the race is about to begin. The OS3 also features our essential sync button, which synchronises your countdown to the race control timer, ensuring you won’t miss the gun.Features:- 65mm diameter ABS case- 38mm x 20mm display- single row display with 16mm digit height- adjustable viewing angle- boom/mast mount bracket supplied- adjustable elasticated strap- water-resistant to 5 ATM- shock resistant construction- electro-luminescent backlight featureTimer functions:- normal timekeeping mode (12 or 24 Hours)- pre-programmed 5,4,1,0 ISAF start sequences or 5 min, 3 min, and 1 min programs with audible alarms (can be silenced if preferred)- countdown & repeat or countdown and up- sync button for instant synchronisation if a gun is missed- count-up from zero
Fully detachable hiking bench with adjustable hiking strap.This is the ultimate solution for hiking fitness while you are watching TV, reading a book or playing a video game. This lightweight, super strong hiking bench is made of the same materials as our Optiparts trolley and is just as easy to assemble. Perfect for that extra training session. Only 3.7kg (8 lbs).