J/70

Overview

Easy to trailer and ramp launch.

The J/70 Speedster (22.75 feet) is J/Boats’ first ramp-launchable keelboat – designed to fulfill the growing need for an easy-to-own, high performance one-design that is exciting to sail, stable enough sailboat for the family, and built to last. With fleet discussions underway around the world, J/70 is on-track to take the world by storm.

Features include:

– Large comfortable cockpit with open transom.
– Deck-stepped carbon mast with single spreaders.
– Three sail inventory with masthead A-Sail.
– Vertical lifting bulb keel.
– Small cabin for storage and personal privacy.
– Easy to trailer and ramp launch

Everyone can relax and enjoy.

Creature comforts come in many forms on the J/70. The 11′ long cockpit and moderate height boom allow easy crew movement across the cockpit while tacking and jibing. For sitting and hiking comfort, mid-height padded backrests/lifelines run cockpit length, making J/70 one of the most comfortable boats to helm without having to rely on hiking straps to keep you in the boat.

The small cabin below is a bonus, and provides weather protection, a place to nap and personal privacy… essential to keeping everyone happy if spending a day on the water. And, for children safety is paramount.

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 towboats.

Specifications
Hull Length :
14’1″
Hull Beam :
5’7″
Light displacement :
163 lbs
CE Certification :
D2
Mainsail (Dacron):
82.8 sq ft
Jib (Dacron):
31.2 sq ft
Gennaker (Nylon):
142.1 sq ft
Building technology:
Vacuum-Infused GRP
Air draft:
20′