What is a J70 sailboat?
The J/70 Speedster (22.75 feet) is J/Boats’ first ramp-launchable, keelboat – designed to fulfill the need for an easy-to-own, high performance one-design that’s exciting to sail, stable enough for the entire family, AND easy to tow, rig, launch and sail.
How big is a J70 boat?
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 much does AJ 70 cost?
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 much does a J70 weigh?
The J/70 weighs 1750 pounds (794 kilos), so it’s easy to tow on a trailer. Stepping the mast and rigging up to launch can take an hour or less, once your crew has learned the routine.
Why is it called J80?
The J/80 was designed by J/Boats’ Rod Johnstone, and was designed to be a one-design sportsboat that was both easy to sail and safe, but capable of reaching 20 knots downwind.
Where are J sailboats made?
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.
Are J boats good?
J/Boats has long been producing ergonomically outstanding cockpits, and the one aboard the J/121 is no exception: with the cockpit benches cut short so that while they provide a nice place to sit inboard, there’s still plenty of space to plant your feet when grinding winches or trimming the main.
What kind of boat is a J 70 speedster?
– Russian Ruble The J/70 Speedster (22.75 feet) is a world class sail boat, a blast to sail in a stable, easy to own boat. A ramp-launchable keelboat – designed for high performance that’s exciting in the water AND easy to tow, rig, launch and sail.
How many J/70 boats are there in the world?
In less than 48 months the J/70 worldwide fleet is over 1,300 boats strong, attracting some of the most talented sailors in the world and helping to spark growth of numerous sailing leagues across Europe.
What is the J/70 one-design class?
The J/70 one-design class rules provide for a 2.5 hp outboard engine (gas or electric). This means one can sail further away from homeport without worrying about paddling home or hailing for a tow. Race Committees can start races on time and finish them later in the day without having to arrange tow boats.
How big is the cockpit of a J/70?
The 11′ long cockpit and moderate height boom in the J/70 allow easy crew movement across the cockpit while tacking and jibing.