The J/29 represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of J/Boats, emerging in 1982 as a high-performance answer to the growing demand for a "big brother" to the legendary J/24. Designed by Rod Johnstone to excel under the Midget Ocean Racing Club (MORC) and PHRF handicap systems, the J/29 remains one of the most successful dual-purpose designs of the 1980s. Unlike its predecessor, which was a pure one-design effort, the J/29 was engineered with a broader, more powerful hull form and a variety of rigging options to suit different regional wind conditions. During its production run through 1987, approximately 290 hulls were built by TPI Composites, cementing its status as a staple of the North American racing circuit. According to the J/29 History archive at J/Boats, the design was specifically intended to offer a level of performance that could compete with pure race boats while maintaining the structural integrity required for offshore excursions.
Used J-Boats J/29 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- J-Boats
- Model
- J/29
- Builder
- J Boats Tillotson Pearson
- Designer
- Johnstone
- Number Built
- 298
- Production Year(s)
- 1982 - 1987
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