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The J/29 is a popular boat across the country. TPI in Warren, R.I., built 289 J/29s between 1982 and 1987. Today the boat has an average selling price of $25,000. According to a number of owners, the Rod Johnstone design sails well in all conditions, but does best in moderate wind. Expect to enlist a six- to nine-person crew.
J/29s are noted for their stability. “Even in heavy air,” says one owner, “the helm is comfortable and the boat never feels as if its on the edge of a wipeout as do some lighter boats Ive driven and crewed on.” If you buy a J/29 that was previously raced, youll likely find that the foils and hull have already been professionally faired.
The J/29 is available with fractional or masthead rig and either inboard or outboard auxiliary power. According to our race-board denizens, a masthead rig with outboard motor is the most competitive configuration. A laminated racing main, jib, and spinnaker cost approximately $8,500 for a J/29.
J/29 http://j29members.tripod.com Typical monthly costs: $820 Annual budget range: $2,000 to $13,000 PHRF 111 to 120 LOA 29’6″ LWL 25′ Beam 11′ Draft 5′ 6″ Disp. 6,000 lbs. SA 450 sq. ft.
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The J29 fr is a 29.5ft fractional sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats between 1982 and 1987.
298 units have been built..
The J29 fr is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat.
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| Model | J29 fr | ||
| Length | 29.50 ft | ||
| Beam | 11 ft | ||
| Draft | 5.60 ft | ||
| Country | United states (North America) | ||
| Estimated price | $ 0 | ?? |
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| Sail area / displ. | 23.33 | ||
| Ballast / displ. | 38.18 % | ||
| Displ. / length | 157.14 | ||
| Comfort ratio | 13.23 | ||
| Capsize | 2.50 |
| Hull type | Monohull fin keel with transom hung rudder | ||
| Construction | Fiberglass | ||
| Waterline length | 25 ft | ||
| Maximum draft | 5.60 ft | ||
| Displacement | 5500 lbs | ||
| Ballast | 2100 lbs | ||
| Hull speed | 6.70 knots |
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| Rigging | Fractional Sloop | ||
| Sail area (100%) | 453 sq.ft | ||
| Air draft | 0 ft | ?? | |
| Sail area fore | 201.25 sq.ft | ||
| Sail area main | 252.20 sq.ft | ||
| I | 35 ft | ||
| J | 11.50 ft | ||
| P | 38.80 ft | ||
| E | 13 ft |
| Nb engines | 1 | ||
| Total power | 0 HP | ||
| Fuel capacity | 0 gals |
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| Water capacity | 0 gals | ||
| Headroom | 0 ft | ||
| Nb of cabins | 0 | ||
| Nb of berths | 0 | ||
| Nb heads | 0 |
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| Builder | J Boats | ||
| Designer | Johnstone | ||
| First built | 1982 | ||
| Last built | 1987 | ||
| Number built | 298 |
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First impressions Johnstone has always had an uncanny ability to design incredibly fast boats that manage to sail well across the spectrum and also maintain a handsome bearing on the water. Many of today's fast boats are almost garish in appearance with their plumb bows and abrupt hull shapes designed for downwind flying. It's as if they are craving attention, like a teenager's tattoos, declaring, "Look at me I'm fast." I suspect in 10 or 15 years, these boats will look completely outdated, replaced by the latest and greatest ideas for generating boat speed. Johnstone's boats on the other hand look like boats, not platforms designed to skid across the water faster than the next platform. And as we all know, most sailing is upwind, an area in which his boats often excel. The J/29 is able to carry a full main in 15-plus knots, making 6.5 knots of boat speed. The 29 began life as a modified J/30 and the rakish lines are quite similar. On the 29, however, Johnstone lowered the freeboard, redesigned the keel and trimmed the weight. Although it has 4 inches less LOA and the same 11-foot beam, the 29 weighs 1,000 pounds less and has almost as much sail area. Naturally, the 29's vertical center of gravity is lower than the 30's. And although most 29s were built with fractional rigs, a masthead rig was an option. Simplicity was hard-wired into the boat: From an outboard motor for auxiliary power, to the outboard rudder, to a lack of runners on the fractional rig, the J/29 has always been a boat that you can jump aboard and sail because not a lot of set-up is required. The boat sails well under main alone, and even with a moderately size genoa, the loads are rarely excessive. It is an easy boat to sail well.
Construction The J/29 was never intended to be a ULDB, at least in comparison to West Coast boats, and the construction reflects this philosophy. The similarly sized Olson 30, for example, displaces just 4,000 pounds, while the J/29 tips the scales at 6,000 pounds. Within the framework of being a performance boat, the build is actually rather robust. The hull and deck are balsa cored and joined on a typical inner flange, incorporating the teak toerail where applicable. Tillotson-Pearson, which has since pioneered the SCRIMP manufacturing process, has always done good glass work, and the 29 has some interesting beefed-up specifications. The main bulkhead, a well documented problem in the J/24, and the keel floors are actually culled from the same scantlings as the J/36. A large fiberglass molding is used as a floor and furniture pan, which helps stiffen the hull and originally streamlined the manufacturing process. The high-aspect outboard rudder is attached to the transom with stainless steel pintles and gudgeons. Most of the deck hardware is through-bolted and accessible, an important feature on a boat where the fittings may need to be replaced and updated due to regular racing wear and tear.
What to look for The J/29 has held up extremely well over the years, considering that most of the boats have been sailed hard and often put away wet. Of course, since many 29s are almost 20 years old all age-related problems should be thoroughly inspected before making a decision to buy. Don't overpay for an impressive but old sail wardrobe. In fact, you should consider new sails a given when buying a J/29 because nothing breathes life into this racer like new sails. This is where the boat's simplicity makes it appealing. The rudder pintles and gudgeons are a bit on the light side, and should be replaced if they look at all suspicious, although on the 1983 model I climbed through in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, they were clearly original and in good condition. If the gudgeons have been leaking, be sure to check the transom for delamination since some water may have penetrated the core. Several of the deck fittings on the boat I looked at were cracked, including the aluminum cleats. The hatch cover was also cracked, apparently from being stood on, and the teak handrails were loose. These are all areas that should be carefully examined since deck fitting problems often metamorphose into deck delamination problems. A bit of stomping around revealed some degree of delamination around the sheet winches and in the cockpit. Inside the boat, the molded liner was cracked in several places, obviously from the hull being tweaked now and then. The tabbing on the other hand, at least where I could see, was in good shape. The chainplates also leaked and had soiled the main bulkhead. J Boats had its share of blisters, and some have suggested that the constant fairing of its hulls by owners contributed to the problem by skimming away at the gelcoat. This seems rather unlikely since blisters begin in the laminate. But even so, it is a good idea to find out if and when an epoxy bottom repair job was done.
On deck Because of the J/29's racing pedigree, the deck is well-designed for ease of handling, but the cockpit is not especially comfortable since you actually sit on the aft deck more than in the cockpit, which can be wet to say the least. The mainsheet traveler spans the cockpit and is easily controlled from the tiller. The sheet winches are forward of the traveler, making it a bit awkward for a singlehander, but the boat is ideal for a couple when not racing. The tiller head is stainless steel and the tiller itself is oak and robust. Dual compasses are often set into the coachroof bulkhead, and there is room for instrument displays as well. Double lifelines were standard. The stanchions bases are backed and well-supported, but are often the source of leaks. The pulpits are a bit undersized, and the original nonskid is likely to be worn nearly smooth. Naturally, the headsail tracks are close inboard, and all boats will be set up with spinnaker gear since the 29 predates J Boat's introduction of the retractable sprit. The mast and boom were built by Sparcraft in 4060 aluminum sections. The fractional rig has an air draft of 47 feet, 6 inches while the masthead rig is 4 feet shorter.
Down below The interior of the J/29 is spartan but functional. Low freeboard and a sleek, low-slung coachroof results in a distinct lack of headroom-about 5 feet, 4 inches. The layout includes two quarter berths aft and two settees in the main cabin, perfect for a racing crew. The forward locker may be a sail locker, or it may have been converted into a double berth. Some boats were fitted with manual heads, although most will have porta potties. At least the boat complies with EPA regulations. The galley originally consisted of an Igloo cooler and a sink. There is actually a fair bit of teak below, including veneers on the main bulkhead, a teak-and-holly sole and teak companionway steps. I imagine that when refinished the boat can look rather smart.
Engine Although an inboard diesel was an option, J Boats emphasized outboard motors when marketing the boat, again stressing the simplicity theme. As a result most boats have outboards, which are really very practical. Mounted on a transom bracket, a relatively small and light engine pushes the boat at 6 knots. It is also easily removed or stored below for racing. Another advantage of an outboard is that when it is broken you can pop it into the trunk and take it home or drop it off at the shop.
Under way This is what it's all about with a J/29. The boat is fast on all points of sail and truly excels upwind. By all accounts, with the rig tuned the boat can carry a full main and No. 1 genoa in 15 knots true while making 6.5 knots and staying on her feet. The J/29 sails better under mainsail alone than other comparably sized cruiser/racers do with a main and headsail. Trimming up the main generally requires keeping the top battens parallel to the boom, unless it is extremely light, and then the leach must be opened to prevent stalling. In heavy going, the sail needs to be flattened with the backstay and the mainsheet eased to reduce weather helm and excessive heel. Typically headsails are changed before the main is reefed, and the boat is quite stiff in 25 knots with a No. 3 and full main. Reefing the main is reserved for gales. According to the J/29 class association, it is common to fly a No. 1 genoa in up to 20 knots apparent before dropping to the No. 2. The boat handles beautifully under spinnaker, sustaining surfing runs in double digits without undue stress. This point can't be overemphasized; the J/29 is a very controllable, well-built boat that can sail at exhilarating speeds without the accompanying heart palpitations.
Conclusion The J/29 represents an excellent value if you're looking for solid performance but can't bear the thought of new boat prices. With a proud pedigree, good company support, an active one-design class, and prices hovering on either side of $20,000, the J/29 is hard to beat.
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There is a plethora of sails for racing or cruising. The interior has recently been painted, the deck has been painted, a v-berth and storage added, new electrical, new anchor and new swim ladder.
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| 135% genoa |
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| Still very competitive |
| Good running 8 hp long shaft yamaha |
| 3 jib |
| 2 spinnakers |
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Your J/29 rig has been designed to be strong, simple, easy-to-care-for, and easy to tune. Proper rig preparation will ensure you of a hassle-free and fast sailing season. Read these instructions thoroughly as it will prevent unnecessary headaches later, prolonging both the life of your sails and rigging, and will get you around the course faster. - To make your rigging and tuning job go quicker be sure you have the following handy:
Be sure that all sharp edges on mast hardware are filed smooth. Look at spreader ends , spreader root, mast lights, blocks and exit sheave gages. Silicone all cotter pins on mast and tape thoroughly. Silicone leading edge of spreader root on mast to prevent both halyards from getting pinched and the headsail from ripping Put Black rubber plugs into holes above Gibb T-terminal shroud connections.Fit mast collar ring and sponge rubber mast collar gasket ring (both with flanges down on the mast Ensure all halyards are properly run along with check stays, pole lift and boom topping lift. Install Windex or other apparent wind angle devices, mount on backstay crane and wire light if plan to do night sailing Install and wire mast for electronics equipment. Be sure to run and extra wire up the mast at this time, will save you aggravation later should you want to add mare mast electronics, antennas, etc... Check head stay length and ensure toggle is attached, this will give proper amount of rake. The Fractional rig should have 15" or so of rake, measured behind the mast on the cabin trunk with a plumb dropped from the main halyard. Otherwise, check the head stay turnbuckle barrel, only 1" of thread or less should show inside either end. The Masthead rig should have a head stay length of at least 41'1" pin-to-pin. This will ensure the boat will be balanced correctly for most conditions. Fit head-foil or other Luff-Groove headsail system. Ensure that luff entry for jibs is at least 3 feet up head stay, this will make changing headsail easier. Check the position of your mast-step. It should be as far aft as possible: The fractional rig mast step should be set the limit aft in the factory holes. This will induce lower mast bend and give the pre-bend needed for the mainsail to set correctly. Unless, of course, you happen to sail Buzzards or San Francisco Bay, then you want the mast step at the limit forward to stiffen the mast down low. The masthead rig mast step should be as far aft as possible to induce lower mast bend and to give the pre-bend needed for the mainsail to set correctly, this also induces the head stay to sag with no backstay tension. Boats with fore-peak options should cut wood faceplate above aluminum "I" beam mast-step so mast step can go back to bulkhead. New holes need to be drilled to affix the step aft.
Remember to have someone below deck when the mast is lowered through the mast partner to put the bottom half of the deck ring on (flange up) before it drops onto the step. Otherwise you'll have to pull the mast up again.
Connect all stays with turnbuckles fully extended. Hand tighten shrouds. Caution-Don't try to drill the holes in the deck for the mast collar before you're ready to do so. Center the mast head athwart ships by holding the centerline jib halyard under even tension out to a point on either rail, outside the chain plates and equidistant from bow. Hand tighten mast into column. For the Fractional Rig, tighten the rig form the bottom up. Take up even turns on the lowers until the mast begins to invert. Then poll-down hard on the backstay purchase so the upper shrouds loosen considerably. Take up even turns on the uppers, then release the backstay to check straightness of mast. Double-check position of mast head with centerline jib halyard. Set your rig tension for moderate winds and ensure your head stay has the 1" of turnbuckle screw exposed within the barrel, this will give you enough leeway to loosen the head stay for lighter airs and tighten it for a breeze. Check rig tension with a "Loos Tension Gauge" They should read:
For the masthead rig tighten the rig first with the upper shrouds. Take up even turns until you get approximately 2000 lbs., Double-check position of mast head with centerline jib halyard. Tighten intermediates evenly to approximately 400lbs. These may need adjustment after sailing to simply keep the mast in column. Tighten backstay so bridle blocks return within 6" of the connector plate when released. Finishing Off -Tape all turnbuckles thoroughly after cotter-pinning the shrouds. It's preferable to install a turnbuckle boot over the upper shrouds as this will prevent chafe on the foot of the jibs and will also make the jib run freer during tacks. Wedge the mast in the hole to ensure a straight mast sideways. Now drill the holes through the mast collar casting. If your drill cannot be held vertical, get a flexible extender with smaller chuck housing or drill from underneath. Be sure to place the small triangles on either side of the bottom collar with the bolts provided to couple the upper and lower collars. Finally, drill through the mast to connect the two triangles which locks the deck to the mast. After sailing in a good breeze for 10-15 hours be sure to re-tune your rig as you will have to compensate for wire stretch.
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A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.
J/29 high performance sailboat- Technical specifications & dimensions- including layouts, sailplan and hull profile. ... About J/Boats History Year by Year Review. The J/ Difference #1 Performance Brand Spritboat Revolution PHRF Ratings. Customer Service Owner Resources Request Information
January 1989. The J-29 is the product of some creativity in response to market demand and a proven hull. In the early 1980s, J-Boats saw many J-24 sailors moving up in size but not to J-Boats' J-30, as they had hoped. Instead, the J-24 generation wanted to move into bigger one-design racing boats with minimal accommodations.
It's all about racing sailboats. Fractional: Masthead: Mainsail (sq.ft.) 252 : Jib (sq.ft.) 210 : 100% SA (sq.ft.) 453
Towing the 1,600 lb J/70 with an six-cylinder sedan or SUV is child's play. The family ride can easily take her to the next regatta. 30 minutes from trailering to sailing. Very easy ramp-launch with drop in rudder and vertical-lifting keel- draws 1.5 ft water at launch! Main Cabin with two comfortable seats port and starboard.
The J/29 is a popular boat across the country. TPI in Warren, R.I., built 289 J/29s between 1982 and 1987. Today the boat has an average selling price of $25,000.
The J29 fr is a 29.5ft fractional sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats between 1982 and 1987. 298 units have been built. The J29 fr is a light sailboat which is a very high performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a racing boat.
The higher a boat's D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more. Formula. D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³ D: Displacement of the boat in pounds. LWL: Waterline length in feet
Dimensions for fractional rig shown here. Inboard aux. power also available. Embed this page on your own website by copying and pasting this code. J/29 FR is a 29′ 5″ / 9 m monohull sailboat designed by Rod Johnstone and built by J Boats between 1982 and 1987.
J/29. September 2001One-design that's as good as new with an active racing fleet and Johnstone-designed style and speedThe J/29 is an enduring favorite in the usually fickle world of one-design racing. Boat speed has always been the mantra for one-design sailors, and today's boats have pushed this concept to another level.
The story begins in 1975. Rod, then an ad salesman for the sailing trade magazine, Soundings, and an active one-design sailor decided to build a sailboat he had been designing since completing a Westlawn School of Yacht Design correspondence course in the 60's. With $400-worth of fiberglass and wood, some rigging and hardware left over from a Soling of Bob's, he built the 24′ x 9′ wide ...
1. OBJECTIVES OF THE CLASS RULES. 1.1 The J/29 is a one-design class was created to fulfill the diverse needs of recreational sailors while cruising, day sailing, class Racing Info and handicap Racing Info offshore. 1.2 Except where variations are specifically permitted, J/29s shall be alike in hull, deck, keel rudder, weight and weight ...
The 27 is really a "small" boat compared to the 29, more nimble and dingy like while the 29 has a big boat feel to it. 6 crew is optimal on the 27, 8 seems best for the 29. They are both good race boats, so it comes down to budget and whether you want a small or big boat. 1. 2.
J/Boats Home; Brokerage Listings; New Models; Contact Us; Motivated Seller! 1982 J/29. There is a plethora of sails for racing or cruising. The interior has recently been painted, the deck has been painted, a v-berth and storage added, new electrical, new anchor and new swim ladder. Shelburne, Vermont, United States. $13,000.
Dimensions And Wieght. LOA (Length Overall) 8.99 Meters / (29 feet and 6 inch) Displacement (Weight) 2722 Kg / (6000 lb) Boat Maximum Draft. 1.68 Meters / (5 feet and 6 inch) Boat Keel Type. Fin.
The table shows relative predicted speed of each model compared to one of eight "control" J/Boats, each in a different speed range, whose actual performance has become widely known in many PHRF areas over many years. The "control" J/Boats used in this comparison are the J/44, J/122, J/35, J/29 (Masthead outboard), J/80, J/92, J/30 and J/24.
A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for Cruising and Racing", International Marine, Camden, Maine, 1991, states that a BN of 1 is generally accepted as the dividing line between so-called slow and fast multihulls.
J/29 specifications; 1983 J Boats J/29 Technical Specs. General Data about J Boats J/29. Brand: J Boats: Model: J/29: Boat Type: Sail: Category: Racer: Year Of Production: 1983: Condition (New/Used) Pre-Owned (Used) Country: Scituate, Massachusetts : Fuel (Gas/Diesel) Gas : Hull Material Used: Fiberglass : Length : 8.84 m / (29.00 ft)
Welcome to the J29 class site! J/29 Tuning Guide. Your J/29 rig has been designed to be strong, simple, easy-to-care-for, and easy to tune. Proper rig preparation will ensure you of a hassle-free and fast sailing season. Read these instructions thoroughly as it will prevent unnecessary headaches later, prolonging both the life of your sails and ...
This J Boat J29 sailboat for sale includes Trailer and a 2016 Nissan 6HP outboard. Optional: 8,800 lb HydroHoist Ultra Level Lift 2 (2016) for additional $8,500 ... Specs. Designer Rod Johnstone Builder J Boats Association J/29 Class Assoc. Home Page # Built 298 Hull Monohull Keel Fin Rudder Transom hung
J/29 high performance sailboat- Technical specifications & dimensions- including layouts, sailplan and hull profile.
The J/29, which sold for around $30,000 when new, offered affordable, high-level, one-design competition with enough of an interior to make an overnight or even a weekend ocean race doable. Built by Tillotson-Pearson in Fall River, Massachusetts, about 300 boats were launched during a five-year production run.
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Sailboat Specifications Definitions Hull Type: Fin w/transom hung rudder: Rigging Type: Fractional Sloop: LOA: 29.83 ft / 9.09 m ... 1997), states that a boat with a BN of less than 1.3 will be slow in light winds. A boat with a BN of 1.6 or greater is a boat that will be reefed often in offshore cruising. Derek Harvey, "Multihulls for ...