Used Cap Horn Sailboats for Sale

The Jouët Cap Horn, a compact and historically significant sailboat, emerged from the esteemed French builder Jouët in 1959. Designed by the renowned naval architect Jean-Jacques Herbulot, this 21-foot monohull was conceived as a simple yet sophisticated low-cost weekend family cruiser, aiming to democratize the pleasure of sailing. Despite its modest size, the Cap Horn gained considerable recognition when one of its kind, sailed by Jean Lacombe, notably participated in the inaugural single-handed transatlantic race (OSTAR) in 1960, completing the challenging voyage in approximately 74 to 76 days.