J30 jboats better sailboats for people who love sailing. Us sailing regatta network results archive of sailing regattas,team racing, match racing, one design championships. Vastly different performance and crew requirements for wl racing. Sailboat race scoring programs from sailok software. After all, the judges all of whom list a fair bit of racing on their sailing resumes fell hard for the sun fast 3600.
It was boat of the year in national magazines in 1985 and again in 1986. Sailwave is used internationally at all levels of the sport, from sailing club dinghyyacht racingregattas to regional and world championships. After months of painstaking development, a sailing app and a company, greatly appreciated by more than 60 000 users, has launched their latest product inkdisplay high contrast display for sailing with the best possible visibility even through polarized sunglasses in direct sunshine. Sailboat racing software ockam sailing instruments. Apr 18, 2020 yacht scoring is a featured packed 100% web based yacht racing management and scoring system that simplifies the task of competitor registration, event management, competitor and media communications while providing complete results in nearreal time to competitors and the sailing world following your event on the internet. If onedesign configuration keel is desired, will remove keel extension and restore to original shape. Easy to guide your boat for an accurate and precise start.
Sailboat racing software and state of the art displays. The j40 was introduced in 1985 1986 model year to great fanfare and expectation. Sailing the j30 can be as simple or complicated as you choose. We set the course, enabling sailors to enjoy the sport for a lifetime. The j29 is a different critter entirely than the j30. Sailboat racing is fortunately one of those sports where you dont have to learn every rule in order to participate, but you do have to know the basics. As a cruising magazine, it must be noted that we place a heavy emphasis on the. Sep 29, 2011 j30 probably the most forgiving in terms of sailng to its rating. Call me direct, randy 9124294978 the j boat 30 has many features you would expect in a larger vessel and a comfortable design not normally found in a fast sailing vessel. A portion of the proceeds from the j30 class association gear program supports the j30 class and its events. We make cruising dacrons, performance cruising dacrons, club racing laminates, and performance racing laminates. Built in 1984, hull number 144, she is a mast head rig, complete and has been well cared for over the years. Replacing outdated electronics when we acquired our new project boat, a 1987 pearson 392, it was evident that she was in need of much tlc.
Seatrack is a software package that provides a onestop, integrated navigation system for all types of yacht and powered craft. The gps built just for sailing with bluetooth wind. Sailboat racing software archives ockam sailing instruments. Designed to determine if a boat has blue water capability. The j30 is consistently competitive across the world. Take tactical decisions and track your regatta with sailracer. The boat has been modified for offshore sailing by adding a onefoot jim taylor designed keel extension which has made the boat much more stable for offshore cruising and racing.
Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection. Yacht scoring is a featured packed 100% web based yacht racing management and scoring system that simplifies the task of competitor registration, event management, competitor and media communications while providing complete results in nearreal time to competitors and the sailing world following your event on the internet. As the national governing body for the sport of sailing, us sailings mission is to provide leadership for the sport of sailing in the united states. Find j boats sailboats for sale on oodle classifieds. Sailboat race scoring program, handicap management and registration of sailboat regattas for onedesign, phrf tod or tot and portsmouth classes, full featured, flexible and fully supported. Yacht scoring a complete web based regatta management. Its a whole new group of friends dedicated to fun racing on a great sailboat. The j40 is one of those rare boats that really can provide a racing, cruising and passagemaking sailor with few big compromises for a boat of its size. I know i actually did pretty well with it in phrf lol. Although rods first boat, the j24, was great for aroundthe buoys racing and day.
I just realized that the polars that came on my boat are way different from. Sailwave was created by colin jenkins in 2001, who has been joined by jon eskdale in 2012. Designed by rod johnstone in 1978, the j30 was in production from 1979 through 1986, with 545 hulls built. The wisdom to learn from experience, the courage to push the limits.
The j30 ceased production with hull number 545, built in 1986. A j30 sails the speed of 35 to 40 footers and will be ahead of the average 30foot cruiser by the length of a football field after a mile of sailing. The key seemed to be to make your time and then some on the upwind and do your best to hold on for the downwind. To believe, all one has to do is see the fun that j30 owners have sailing together as a class for the past twenty years. Although a crew of seven is optimal for competitive racing, one experienced and one inexperienced person can handle it easily with the stock rig. The rudder is a large, partially balanced spade that provides excellent steering control. Last week we splashed the l30 one design and performed some sea trials, mainly with the sails, but we checked also the performance under power. The j30 is known as one of the best all around performance sailboats to ever. One downside for the j 30 versus the capri or the 9. It is also an integrated solution for clubs to organize events, share race courses and track the. Sailboat and sailing yacht searchable database with more than 8,000 sailboats from around the world including sailboat photos and drawings.
Alan says he got many of the ideas for the 32footer after a cruise with his wife aboard a 40foot j120, a sporty racercruiser with an emphasis on performance. Results archive from past events on us sailing regatta network. We offer the best selection of boats to choose from. A series can be set up with qualifying and finals races. The j30 proved successful, with almost 600 boats sold before production ended in 1989. Leave the jib down and it sails like a dinghy singlehanded.
In the late seventies opportunity knocked at boat builders doors. Once you have those pretty clear you can get out there. Check out peter islers sailing for dummies or getting started in sailboat racing to get up to speed on the absolute mustknow rules. It is also an integrated solution for clubs to organize events, share race courses and track the fleets. Ask a racer to list the hottest production racers active today, and theyre sure to. Regatta dates one source for all regatta dates, schedules and.
The j30 class association publishes strict class rules and an excellent j30 journal to keep everyone informed. Here are eight tips for the first time sailboat racer that will make the challenge a bit more manageable and a little less daunting. J boats sailboats for sale used boats on oodle classifieds. Mbs is the exclusive north american licensee of jboats inc. Sign up to get notified when the new issue is online. Bayless cars page features prefects, volkswagens, sprites. While the j30 is a proven performer around the buoys and a capable cruiser, it proved its mettle during the 1979 fastnet storm. The key ingredient to sustaining enthusiasm of all ages is very often missing in cruising boats. Jeanneau sailboat, power boats, yachts, trimarans and bali catamarans. Seatrack the marine, racing and navigation software.
As a pure sailboat, however, it was nothing less than superb. There are tons of sailing apps available for smartphone users. The one source for all of your sailing events, yacht racing, regatta dates, schedules and information. J boats stretched the j24 and raised the cabinhouse to give standing headroomsix feet at the aft end of the cabin. Although originally intended as a multipurpose boat for cruising and racing, the current popularity of this design seems to be among performanceoriented cruising. Gbca traces its origin back to 1947 when a small group of sailboat racing. Although originally intended as a multipurpose boat for cruising and racing, the current popularity of this design seems to be.
Jboats is the world leader in highperformance sailboats designed for cruising, day sailing, offshore racing, onedesign racing. Nov 22, 2015 i had a j30 for 11 years and did a bunch of handicap racing. The j32 is the first design from young alan johnstone, the son of founding jboat designer rod johnstone. Numbers below 20 indicate a lightweight racing boat. It can be fast in light air and can with stand and sail fast in high winds and large seas. Some dont care for the pressure it can bring about, but a few sailboat races is great for learning the ropes quickly. Preowned 1979 j boats j30 racing sailboat for sale in warwick, rhode island near providence. We only raced it one time last year and came in second behind a h34. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used boats for sale, fishing boat listings, jetski classifieds, motor boats, power boats, and sailboats. If you have to ask why i have these cars then you probably wouldnt understand the answer. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Yes, it has a workable, even comfortable interior, though one better suited for a bash to bermuda with the boys than a cruise to the islands with mom and the kids. The search for a perfect rating system is as old as sailboat racing itself.
Apr 05, 2017 the larger mainsail and smaller headsails are more easily managed by a shorthanded crew. Gbca is a nonprofit organization that strives to put on quality yacht racing events at minimal. For distance races they are imperative because your sailing angles. View 156 photos, 1 video, features and a very detailed. By dale mead anyone whos had even the briefest exposure to sailboat racing has heard of jboats. Such performance means that 40 to 50 mile daily runs are easy. Not only had she been sitting forlorn and unloved in a boatyard for a couple of years, but those of her systems that were not original were a. The gps built just for sailing with bluetooth wind monitoring. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The national authority for the class is the j30 national class association. Us sailing the national governing body for the sport of. Software weather, software and handicaps resource centre. We achieve this mission through a wide range of programs and events providing an equal level playing field for all sailors.
It was calling for an offshore onedesign boat that. Vsport is a partner of the j30 class and a licensee of jboats inc. On june 1, 20 sailboat racing software, sailing instruments leave a comment ockamsoft 5 is a modular software package that produces graphical displays, controls the instrument system, and provides connectivity via the internet for remote services. Preowned 1985 j boats j 30 sloop sailboat for sale in fernandina beach, florida near jacksonville. Discussion area for those interested in improving j30 racing skills. Jun 28, 2009 1999 custom philbrooks 69ft sailboat walk through by. It holds its own in moderate and light air as well, but really excels when it. This sailboat is located in athol, idaho and is in good condition.
In fact, the orc vpp software is available for purchase for any yacht designer, boat. Sailwave is used internationally at all levels of the sport, from sailing club dinghy yacht racingregattas to regional and world championships. Ask a racer to list the hottest production racers active today, and theyre sure to include j24s and j35s. All sailors know the j30 is not only a great racing boat but also a great family cruiser and day sailing boat. While onedesign sailing in j30 s is preferred, many of us sail phrf against other boats.
I had a j30 for 11 years and did a bunch of handicap racing. High contrast screen for racing nominated for the most prestigious award in marine electronics. Navigation software adrena, editor navigation software for sailboat. Ockamsoft 5 sailboat racing software addresses modern color graphics and the confluence of ethernet, wifi and internet technologies, and the multiple devices that can exploit data from them. World sailing submission 025 olympic format medal race capability.
View 112 photos, 1 video, features and a very detailed. Design, safety and performance these are the key elements you will find in maxsea sailing navigation software. Jul 04, 20 on june 1, 20 sailboat racing software, sailing instruments leave a comment ockamsoft 5 is a modular software package that produces graphical displays, controls the instrument system, and provides connectivity via the internet for remote services. J30 probably the most forgiving in terms of sailng to its rating. One of the problems of using gps chartplotters on a sailboat is that it is extremely difficult to calculate accurate arrival times given the amount of tacking often involved. The class association maintains a strict set of rules for onedesign racing with the goal of keeping costs down for the amateur sailors that comprise the class.