The J/109 features the popular carbon fibre
retractable bowsprit and asymmetric spinnaker system and
a cruisable 2-cabin interior layout with standing
headroom. She is designed with a very low VCG, long
waterline, and generous sail plan with the horse power
for competitive racing and stability for relaxed
cruising when the racing crew is not aboard.
Extremely competitive under IRC and PHRF, there is also
an extremely strong international one-design circuit for
the J/109. In the UK there are several dedicated
J/109 one-design regattas and there is also one
design racing at Cowes Week, Hamble Winter Series and
the Warsash Spring Series. 2007 sees the class’ first
one design event in Ireland during Dun Loaghaire Week
and a return to Deauville International Week for the
second J/109 EuroCup.
The J/109 is stable, easy to sail, and a proven
performance boat. There is interior volume and amenities
necessary for comfortable cruising and a great dual
purpose deck layout.
The sleek profile and generous sailplan give one an
immediate sense of the speed potential of the J/109.
The hull profile reveals a long waterline, low wetted
surface and a low VCG fin keel (7’), designed for
excellent stability when sailing short-handed.
Sail handling systems follow the J philosophy of keeping
things easy. Halyards and reef lines are cockpit led,
mainsheet controls are within reach of the wheel, and
inboard sheeting tracks permit the use of both
overlapping and non-overlapping headsails. There is
ample on-deck stowage, thanks to the removable transom
locker, cockpit seat locker and a bow compartment large
enough for both the anchor rode and the asymmetric
spinnaker.
The interior features two private sleeping cabins and an
option for a pull-out double or hinge up pilot berths in
the large main cabin. The “L” shaped galley includes a
double sink, two burner propane stove and a pressure
water system. The nav station is a large sit-down
forward-facing console with abundant space for
instrument displays. The head is conveniently located
aft near the companionway, providing easy access from
the cockpit while underway.
The J/109 laminates and structure are engineered
to optimize strength and durability without excess
weight. J/109s are built utilizing the SCRIMP
infusion moulding process. This patented process yields
hull and deck laminates that are nearly 50% stronger
than those built with conventional hand lay-up methods.
The J/109 is powered by a Volvo 18 or 28 hp
saildrive diesel engine and a two bladed folding
propeller.
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LOA: |
35.25 ft |
10.75 m |
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LWL: |
30.50 ft |
9.30 m |
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BEAM: |
11.50 ft |
3.51 m |
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DRAFT: |
7.00 ft |
2.10 m |
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DISPLACEMENT: |
10,900 lbs |
4,950 kg |
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LEAD KEEL: |
3,883 lbs |
1,760 kg |
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UPWIND SAIL AREA: |
657 sq.ft |
61 m² |
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SPINNAKER AREA: |
1,183 sq.ft |
108 m² |
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CE APPROVAL: |
Category A |
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