The J109 is a 35.25ft fractional sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats since 2004.
The J109 is a light sailboat which is a high performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a fast cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally very small. There is a very short water supply range.
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Model | J109 | ||
Length | 35.25 ft | ||
Beam | 11.50 ft | ||
Draft | 7 ft | ||
Country | United states (North America) | ||
Estimated price | $ 0 | ?? |
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Sail area / displ. | 21.03 | ||
Ballast / displ. | 35.78 % | ||
Displ. / length | 171.51 | ||
Comfort ratio | 20.40 | ||
Capsize | 2.08 |
Hull type | Monohull fin keel with bulb and spade rudder | ||
Construction | Fiberglass | ||
Waterline length | 30.50 ft | ||
Maximum draft | 7 ft | ||
Displacement | 10900 lbs | ||
Ballast | 3900 lbs | ||
Hull speed | 7.40 knots |
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Rigging | Fractional Sloop | ||
Sail area (100%) | 644 sq.ft | ||
Air draft | 0 ft | ?? | |
Sail area fore | 309.23 sq.ft | ||
Sail area main | 335.19 sq.ft | ||
I | 46.50 ft | ||
J | 13.30 ft | ||
P | 43.25 ft | ||
E | 15.50 ft |
Nb engines | 1 | ||
Total power | 27 HP | ||
Fuel capacity | 18 gals |
Accommodations
Water capacity | 21 gals | ||
Headroom | 0 ft | ||
Nb of cabins | 0 | ||
Nb of berths | 0 | ||
Nb heads | 0 |
Builder data
Builder | J Boats | ||
Designer | Johnstone | ||
First built | 2004 | ||
Last built | 0 | ?? | |
Number built | 0 | ?? |
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J/109 is a 35 ′ 2 ″ / 10.7 m monohull sailboat designed by Rod Johnstone and built by J Boats starting in 2004.
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Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.
The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.
Classic hull speed formula:
Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL
Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL
Sail Area / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.
SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3
- SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
- D : Displacement in pounds.
Ballast / Displacement Ratio
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.
Ballast / Displacement * 100
Displacement / Length Ratio
A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. 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.
D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
- LWL: Waterline length in feet
Comfort Ratio
This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.
Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )
- D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
- LOA: Length overall in feet
- Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet
Capsize Screening Formula
This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.
CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)
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J109 SPEED GUIDE
Who sails a j109.
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The J109 powers up quickly in light air, so it’s important to sail class regattas near max crew weight.
What’s involved in crewing?
What are three top tips for j109 speed.
- Spend time in the boat with a committed core crew. Practice!
- Learn proper sail trim and rig tune. It’s critical to keep the boat on its lines and at top speed. Having the crew weight and sails properly balanced wins races.
- Prep the hull and rig, clean the bottom, and save your best sails for big events.
What should buyers know when choosing a J109?
How many sails are required, j109 tuning.
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Jib spreader marks help repeat trim settings.
What are the keys to rig set-up?
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Jib sheet inhauler positions should be marked on the deck for repeatability.
What other control systems are important on the J109?
J109 upwind sailing, how much heel is fast on a j109.
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Sailing flat is fast, but maintaining a consistent angle of heel and minimizing rudder movement are the top priorities.
Upwind, where does the crew sit?
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A soft shackle easily attaches jib sheets to the clew, allowing sheets and inhaulers to stay rigged during sail changes.
How do you trim the J109 jib upwind?
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In 8-15 knots TWS, the jib is inhauled until the clew is inside the handrail. Adjust the inhaulers for different wind conditions. In light to medium (8-15 knots TWS), the jib clew should be inhauled until it’s inside the metal handrail. As the wind increases, ease the clew so it trims outside the rail. In very light air , sail with the clew outside the rail as well.
How do you trim the J109 main upwind?
Because the leech profile is so vertical, even a small change in jib lead location will make a big difference to the sail’s power.
How do you shift gears upwind?
Who says what when sailing upwind.
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Adjusting leech twist on both sails is crucial to balancing height and speed.
J109 Downwind Sailing
Downwind, where are j109 crew located, how do you trim the spinnaker downwind.
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When the tack moves to leeward of vertical, pull on tack line and sail higher angles.
How do you shift gears downwind?
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When sailing deep, ease the tack line off up to three feet for maximum projection and rotation.
J109 Boathandling
What are your top tips to starting well in a j109, what are the keys to tacking a j109 well, what are the keys to jibing a j109 well.
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After a jibe, cross quickly to the high side to flatten the boat and help it accelerate. In light-air jibes, don’t turn the boat too fast and jibe the spinnaker first. Then the mainsail trimmer grabs all parts of mainsheet and “pops” the main through to keep the upper leech from hanging up on the backstay. In heavy air, get the main across as quickly as possible, while the boat is at full speed. Otherwise you may have to turn the boat too far, which may lead to a round up as you finish the jibe. Easing the vang a little bit will help.
How do you make a fast spinnaker set?
What are the keys to a good spinnaker takedown on the j109, what are the most common takedown mistakes, how do you recover from a broach, what j109 best practices do you recommend.
- Set daily objectives and evaluate after sailing, so you can get better every day.
- Identify crew responsibilities.
- Mark everything so you can duplicate settings, especially jib leads and sheets.
- Practice tacking and jibing; choreograph movements so each crewmember knows what to do.
- Document rig tune and settings.
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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/109 features the popular carbon fiber 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.
Automatic/manual electric bilge pump with float switch. Pressurized water system. 1 water tank (96 litres) under starboard berth in saloon. Ice box drain. Marine toilet. 80 AH house battery and 70 AH engine start battery with switches and double diode/circuit breaker. 12V electric panel with fuel gauge and voltmeter.
Sailboat specifications. The J/109 is a 35'4" (10.75m) cruiser-racer sailboat designed by Rod Johnstone (United States). She was built since 2001 (and now discontinued) by J/Boats (United States) with 360 hulls completed. The J/109 is as well listed, on Boat-Specs.com, in Shoal draft version (see all the versions compared).
The J/109 is more than a high-performance boat with cruiser-friendly add-ons; it's a well-conceived, well-executed dual-purpose boat that comes close to being all things to all sailors. Fast, easy to handle, stable, and spacious, the J/109 can serve as a competitive racer, comfortable cruiser, shorthanded daysailer, and a family weekender.The accommodations plan includes a proper nav
The J109 is a 35.25ft fractional sloop designed by Johnstone and built in fiberglass by J Boats since 2004. The J109 is a light sailboat which is a high performer. It is stable / stiff and has a low righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a fast cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally very small.
A new owner could get a 109 to the racecourse for around $200,000 to $225,000, which is about $50,000 more than a race-ready J/105. With a 109, however, you get a 35-footer designed and built to do everything from beer can to offshore races, to overnight adventures and extended cruises.
LOA 35¿ 3¿LWL 11¿ 6¿Draft 7¿Shoal draft keel 5¿ 9¿Rudder type Balanced spade DSPL 10,900 lbs.SA 644 sq.ft.Sail-away price $200,000 to $225,000Website
Sailboat data, rig dimensions and recommended sail areas for J/109 sailboat. Tech info about rigging, halyards, sheets, mainsail covers and more. Sailboat Data directory for over 8,000 sailboat designs and manufacturers. Direct access to halyards lengths, recommended sail areas, mainsail cover styles, standing rigging fittings, and lots more ...
A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize. Formula. 35.78. <40: less stiff, less powerful.
data sheet code. STW001813. model name. J 109. builder name. J Boats. United States; designer name . boat type. cabin cruiser. purpose. cruising/regatta. equipment. Sloop
North Sails class leader Jack Orr answers your J109 speed and boat handling questions. Who sails a J109? First built in 2004, the J109 had a successful production run of over 375 boats in North America and Europe. The boat was conceived as a 35-foot racer/cruiser in the tradition of the J35, updated with an IRC-friendl.
The J/109 is a tad over 35 feet long, and weighs 10,900 pounds empty. It has a purposeful, racy style, with an almost vertical bow above a waterline-kissing knuckle, and an open stern. The deckhouse is low and long and helps give the boat an overall pleasing look. A carbon sprit housed in a self-draining tube peeks out of the hull just below ...
Leave a request and get a free valuation of your Boat. Get a quote. J/Boats j/109 Overview. Model J/109 is a full speed cruising yacht with interior spaces planned "in European". This is a sport cruiser with an exceptionally low centre of gravity and a very long CVL, which makes the boat extremely fast in medium and strong winds.
This page contains information available in the public domain and does not disclose information restricted per section 2.3 of the J/109 Class Constitution. Hull numbers listed as greater than 500 are place holders since the exact hull number is unknown. If you know the real hull number, please send the information to [email protected].
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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. In short, a 35 footer that gives you the ultimate in sailing flexibility- cruising, racing, day-sailing or weekending with family and friends.
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A subtle difference. The cockpit had a pretty slick removable "dockbox" locker just aft of the helmsman - a pretty neat way to quickly go from cruise to race, at least a little bit. The 109 has plenty of high-quality standard equipment; (including Harken winches, adjustable genoa tracks, and RF unit), folding prop.
The J/109 is a 35'4" (10.75m) cruiser-racer sailboat designed by Rod Johnstone (United States). She was built since 2001 (and now discontinued) by J/Boats (United States) with 360 hulls completed. The Shoal draft version features a shorter keel to grant access to shallow areas. The J/109 is as well listed, on Boat-Specs.com, in Standard version (see all the versions compared).
If you have a document or link for a file relevant to the J/109, please send the information to [email protected] for posting here. J/Boats Documents . J/109 Build Location by Hull Number - 10/1/2017. J/109 Deep Keel Layout - 3/23/2001 ... Bilge pump timing and water inside the boat :: Reply by 7200 August 6, 2024;
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