Why are J Boats called J Boats?
The factory was established in an old textile mill in Fall River, Massachusetts. The design was designated as the J/24 and Johnstone arranged display advertising for the new boat in Soundings. Rod Johnstone’s brother, Bob Johnstone joined the new company to handle marketing and also invested $20,000 in start-up costs.
How much is a j70?
Note: The J/70 is built by C&C Fiberglass Components, Bristol, R.I. The “as sailed” price was quoted at the time of testing. This was introductory fleet pricing. J/Boats president Jeff Johnstone informs us as of 12/21/12 the price is “$46,000 to $49,000 FOB RI, depending on sails, trailer, and outboard.”
How many J Class yachts are there?
The current J Class fleet comprises nine boats: Endeavour, Hanuman, Lionheart, Rainbow, Ranger, Shamrock V, Velsheda, Topaz, and, launched in January 2017, Svea. On March 12, 2020, Svea and Topaz collided while maneuvering at the start line of the Superyacht Challenge Antigua.
How many J Boats are there?
In addition to the 5,400 J/24s cruising the waves, there are over 7,000 more J/Boats, ranging from the International J/22 to the J/65 , that sailing enthusiasts have bought at prices ranging from $10,000 to $2,000,000.
Are J Boats good?
Like most good sailing boats, the J/35 has an “effortless” quality about its motion through the water. To us, it seems that most boats make quite a fuss as you push them up toward hull speed, especially on a beat. Often, you can “hear” how fast you’re going by the amount of noise the boat makes.
Where are J Boats manufactured?
Rhode Island
J/Boats Inc. was named by Fortune in 1991 as one of America’s Best 100 Products. J/Boats in the USA are built in Rhode Island and by licensed builders in France, Italy, South Africa, Argentina, and China. J/Boats remains a family business.
How big is a j70?
22.7 ft
J/70 is a trailerable, 6.93-metre (22.7 ft) American sailboat class designed by Alan Johnstone and first built in 2012.
How fast are J Class boats?
A J Class has a single 41m hull, a lead keel and over 900sq m of sail. She requires around 30 crew, weighs around 150 tonnes and has a typical maximum speed of 12 knots (14mph).
What is the biggest sailboat race in the world?
About the race. The Clipper Race is one of the biggest challenges of the natural world and an endurance test like no other. With no previous sailing experience necessary, it’s a record-breaking 40,000 nautical mile race around the world on a 70-foot ocean racing yacht.
How fast are J Boats?
One owner reports sustained 17 knots of speed, under control, in 35 knots of wind! By minimizing weight in the ends, lowering center of gravity with a deep lead keel and avoiding hull line distortions, J/35 sails fast comfortably with minimum pitching and rolling. When the boat behaves better, so does the crew.
Are J Boats Bluewater?
The J/40 was the first bluewater offshore cruising boat built by J/Boats. Many J/40s are still sailing actively today with a very supportive and helpful J/40 Owner’s Association. Since the mid-1980’s the J/40 has enjoyed success racing under the ORR and PHRF handicap system, particularly in offshore events.
What’s new at J/Boats?
Responding to a growing need amongst performance sailors for a more comfortable, simpler and easy-to-own daysailer, J/Boats announces an exciting NEW 28 footer with perhaps the most comfortable cockpit and easiest-to-handle sailplan in this size range. Learn about J/9 here. The J/99 does it all.
Is the J/70 speedster the right boat for You?
The J/70 speedster is a fun, fast, stable 22 footer that tows behind a small SUV and can be ramp-launched, rigged and sailed by two people. J/70 sails upwind like a proper keelboat and then simply flies off-the-wind – planing into the double digits in moderate breeze. With 1,600 boats delivered worldwide, the choice is clear.
How many J/70 boats are delivered?
With 1,600 boats delivered worldwide, the choice is clear. Learn about J/70 here. Fulfilling one’s sailing dreams starts with finding a sailboat that fits you – whether you aspire to sail near home, to distant shores, or around a race course.
What makes j/99 the best boat?
The sail and deck plan are optimized for easy handling with fewer crew. J/99 has already garnered awards from British Yachting Awards, SAIL’s Best Boats and SAILING WORLD’s Boat-of-the-Year. Learn about J/99 here.