The J/24 is a racing keelboat, built predominantly of fiberglass, with wood trim. It has a fractional sloop rig, a raked stem, a plumb transom, a transom-hung rudder controlled by a tiller and a fixed fin keel. It displaces 3,100 lb (1,406 kg) and carries 950 lb (431 kg) of lead ballast. [3][4]

International J/24 Class Association sailing and racing, class rules, event calendars, regattas, championships, news, and results.

LENGTH: Traditionally, LOA (length over all) equaled hull length. Today, many builders use LOA to include rail overhangs, bowsprits, etc. and LOD (length on deck) for hull length. That said, LOA may still mean LOD if the builder is being honest and using accepted industry standards developed by groups like the ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council).

The Berliner Yacht Club in Berlin, Germany hosted the 2024 German J/24 Open Championship on Lake Wansee, southwest of the city. Short, fast races. Somewhere behind the curtain that hides the master regatta control panel, there is a wild haired maniac pulling levers and …

2024年12月17日 · The J/24 was designed in 1977 and was soon established as the world's most popular keel boat - which it has remained ever since. The class is established in nearly 40 countries with well over 100 active fleets. This 24' keelboat is normally sailed with 5 but can be sailed with 4 or 6 as long as the total crew weight is under the class 400kg limit.

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J/24 sails are measurement controlled to the designated dimensions and may be made by any manufacturer. J/24 hulls, hull appendages, mast spars and boom spars shall, after having left the builder, or sails after certification, only be altered to the extent permitted in …

For over 40 years, the J/24 has attracted sailors the world over. With its combination of exciting performance, tight one-design rules, and extensive, well-run class organization, the J/24 continues to be a proving ground for many of today's champion sailors.

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With welcoming and very competitive One Design racing, active fleets across the south coast and boats competing well in Club Racing and Regattas across the country, the J24 offers challenging and great value sailing. If you would like to find out more about the J24 we’d love to hear from you. Hosted by Saltash Sailing Club The Notice of Ra...