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J Class Boat-Shamrock V

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2023 J Boat Down the River Race Aug 25th Info CPM is now producing the Shamrock V Original Plug and mold by Dave Brawner and Ranger mold and plug by Gary Mueler

Shamrock V and Range Fiberglass hulls, Rudders, Mast fittings.

Current prices for the Shamrock V are as follows Hull - $625.00 Rudder w/Shoe - $175.00 Ballast (3 Piece) - $200.00

Current prices for the Ranger are as follows

Hull - $700.00 Rudder w/Shoe - $175.00

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Pen Duick Model Yacht (Standard Range) - AM (AS053)

Pen Duick Model Yacht (Standard Range) – AM (AS053)

Endeavour Model Yacht Black / White (Standard Range) - AM (AS155)

Endeavour Model Yacht Black / White (Standard Range) – AM (AS155)

Endeavour Model Yacht  (Standard Range) - GN

Endeavour Model Yacht (Standard Range) – GN

Shamrock Wooden Model Yacht (Standard Range) - AM (AS157)

Shamrock Wooden Model Yacht (Standard Range) – AM (AS157)

Pen Duick Model Ship - GN

Pen Duick Model Ship – GN

Velsheda Model Yacht (Standard Range) - GN

Velsheda Model Yacht (Standard Range) – GN

Columbia Half Hull - GN (HH008P)

Columbia Half Hull – GN (HH008P)

Ranger Half Hull - GN (HH007P)

Ranger Half Hull – GN (HH007P)

Endeavour Half Hull - GN (HH005W-60)

Endeavour Half Hull – GN (HH005W-60)

Endeavour Half Hull - GN (HH005P)

Endeavour Half Hull – GN (HH005P)

Shamrock Half Hull Blank Deck - GN (HH004P-2)

Shamrock Half Hull Blank Deck – GN (HH004P-2)

J-Yacht 'Rainbow' 1934 Model (Standard Range) - AM (AS152)

J-Yacht ‘Rainbow’ 1934 Model (Standard Range) – AM (AS152)

J-Yacht 'Ranger' 1937 Model (Standard Range) - AM (AS150)

J-Yacht ‘Ranger’ 1937 Model (Standard Range) – AM (AS150)

America's Cup Columbia Model Ship (Standard Range) - AM (AS076F)

America’s Cup Columbia Model Ship (Standard Range) – AM (AS076F)

Columbia Yacht L - OMH (Y155)

Columbia Yacht L – OMH (Y155)

Bristol Yacht Model Ship - OMH (Y096)

Bristol Yacht Model Ship – OMH (Y096)

Endeavour Model Yacht Red/White (Standard Range) - AM (AS154)

Endeavour Model Yacht Red/White (Standard Range) – AM (AS154)

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Hello fellow enthusiast. My name is Alan and welcome to my new, updated website.

Those of you who have visited this site before will have observed that nothing much has changed for a number of years and even I have started to feel a bit guilty about my digital inertia. I make no apologies as I assume that you will appreciate that when faced with the option of spending a day in the workshop or spending the day in front of a computer screen, the workshop wins every time. The guilt has now got the better of me and hence this new site.

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As a hobby I initially set out to develop and create a kit of parts for the Canterbury J and similar Nottingham J which will enable both the novice model builder, and the experienced builder alike, to create an attractive model with good sailing manners which is also competitive and fun to race. This package, and especially the Nottingham version, has proved popular both for racing and also social sailing but since then I have developed the Nottingham 48 model further and also added the Nottingham 60 to the model range.

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I've also made some changes to the kit to reflect how I now make the models for myself. I can't call these "improvements" as the behaviour of the model on the water is unchanged but I think they improve the aesthetic look of the model. They also involve a bit more "modelling" which maybe be something you are looking for...or maybe not! The model can still be built in the original way for those looking for a simpler and quicker completion of their model.

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The king plank and outer plank have deeper etching allowing the model builder to use a contrasting stain along the outer plank and king plank. I now also cut the shorter channel for the jib attachment point into the deck for a flush finish and use a different mast ram but the longer channel is likely to offer the racing skipper more tuning possibilities.

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The loose sheeting to both the jib and the mainsail is below the deck and the mainsail sheet uses a post between the hatches. The hatches include a bit more detail and I also offer a "lifty" to aid launch and retrieval at the lake. This fits on the deck but is secured to the ballast to avoid stressing the deck when used.

Also on this site is the new International Dragon, a logical extension to the model range and a development of the 60-inch hull. This model contains a number of innovations to model yachting and is designed from outset to carry a Genoa rig.

I've also included on the site (it's becoming more of a "blog" than a web site!) some of the J Class projects I'm working on or will be working on in the future.

The side bar to the left will navigate you to the various sections of the site and clicking on the arrows will open new pages with more detail. There is information on all the models and the various rigs together with the build manuals, racing rules (Canterbury) and a host of additional information designed primarily to help you arrive at the conclusion that your life is incomplete without a model J Class yacht…!!

Feel free to contact me on [email protected] if you have any questions. You can also phone on 07969 538626 but I'm often out of the country and calling can be expensive.

J-Class Rainbow – 131′ -2012

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Built by the Dutch Masters at Holland Jachtbouw in 2012, RAINBOW is quite simply, the best of her breed.  One of the most recently launched J-Class reproductions, Dykstra Naval Architects developed RAINBOW from the original plans of this 1937 America’s Cup winner and smoothed her lines to modern hydrodynamic standards, optimized to the new J-Class Rule. Her engineering and construction created a modern classic, built with “cutting edge” technology, engineering and materials, from her “hybrid” diesel/electric drive and electrical system, to her high modulus spar, carbon rigging and electro-hydraulic sail and boat handling systems.

RAINBOW is a true “dual purpose” yacht, serving equally successfully as a “silver service” charter yacht for up to eight guests, or as a grand prix racing yacht of the highest caliber.  In cruising mode, the yacht has all attributes for easy operation; hydraulic sail handling, winches, thrusters, and a simple sail-plan. Her entertaining cockpit dresses for comfortable entertaining, lounging and dining, and her interior offers all amenities for gracious living aboard.  For racing, pulpits & lifelines are removed as all deck areas are stripped and streamlined for the efficiencies required at the absolute pinnacle of yacht racing.  RAINBOW’s record speaks for itself on both counts.

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Our J-Class yacht models and racing yachts are for display and decorative purposes only – they are not functioning models and cannot got in the water. Our selection of stunning sailing model yachts includes the J Class Endeavour, Pen Duick and America's Cup racing yacht Australia II. These sailing model yachts are lacquer painted for a sleek finish, except for the large scale Pen Duick. They're supported by a solid wooden stand and are available in small, medium and large scales.

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America's Cup Columbia Model Ship (Standard Range) - AM (AS076F)

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Bristol Yacht Model Ship - OMH (Y096)

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Columbia Half Hull - GN (HH008P)

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Columbia Yacht L - OMH (Y155)

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Endeavour Frame hull (Standard Range) - GN

Endeavour Frame hull (Standard Range) – GN

Endeavour Half Hull - GN (HH005P)

Endeavour Half Hull – GN (HH005P)

Endeavour Half Hull - GN (HH005W-60)

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Endeavour Model Yacht  (Standard Range) - GN

Endeavour Model Yacht (Standard Range) – GN

Endeavour Model Yacht Black / White (Standard Range) - AM (AS155)

Endeavour Model Yacht Black / White (Standard Range) – AM (AS155)

Endeavour Model Yacht Red/White (Standard Range) - AM (AS154)

Endeavour Model Yacht Red/White (Standard Range) – AM (AS154)

J-Yacht 'Rainbow' 1934 Model (Standard Range) - AM (AS152)

J-Yacht ‘Rainbow’ 1934 Model (Standard Range) – AM (AS152)

J-Yacht 'Ranger' 1937 Model (Standard Range) - AM (AS150)

J-Yacht ‘Ranger’ 1937 Model (Standard Range) – AM (AS150)

Pen Duick Model Ship - GN

Pen Duick Model Ship – GN

Pen Duick Model Yacht (Standard Range) - AM (AS053)

Pen Duick Model Yacht (Standard Range) – AM (AS053)

Pond Yacht (Standard Range) - GN

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Ranger Half Hull - GN (HH007P)

Ranger Half Hull – GN (HH007P)

Shamrock Half Hull Blank Deck - GN (HH004P-2)

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Shamrock Wooden Model Yacht (Standard Range) - AM (AS157)

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In 2020 we saw an interesting development with one semi scale 48inch Nottingham J class appear and sail regularly. Since then there have been some interesting discussions around the J class RC boats. In late 2020 an enterprising group of 5 club members decided to build 5 Lionheart J class 60 inch models and while it is a long term project for all of the builders at least 3 boats are within a few months of being on the water. As well we have just learnt that there are 5 new 48 inch Nottingham J class boats in build or on order. To date we know of 6 Nottingham 48s, 5 Lionheart 60 inch, plus a couple of historic boats including K class.

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The J Class has its roots in the oldest international yacht race in the world, the America’s Cup.

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Our Heritage

Considered some of the most beautiful yachts ever built, the story of the J Class is defined by fierce transatlantic competition for the America’s Cup, followed by an era of steep decline, and the modern-day revival.

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The J Class includes a mixture of refitted surviving yachts along with a number of new yachts faithfully built to original hull lines from 1930’s designs, with more yachts currently in build.

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The J Class Association was founded in 2000 to protect the interests of the Class, present and future, and organises an annual calendar of racing for these magnificent yachts.

2024 Calendar

The Superyacht Cup Palma

Palma, Spain

8 - 14 September

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup

Puerto Cervo, Sardinia

5-11 October

America's Cup J Class Regatta

Barcelona, Spain

We love them because they are sublimely beautiful, utterly impractical and fiendishly demanding.

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J class duo go 1,2 at the st barths bucket.

J Class duo go 1,2 at The St Barths Bucket

The J Class duo Velsheda and Hanuman dominated Class B, Les Elegantes at the recent St. Barths Bucket taking first and second place.

J Class duo Velsheda and Hanuman heading to Saint Barths Bucket

J Class duo Velsheda and Hanuman heading to Saint Barths Bucket

The renowned Saint Barths Bucket superyacht regatta has long been popular with J Class yacht owners and crews, many of whom have enjoyed success at the Caribbean spring showcase event over recent years.

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Toby Hodges profiles the world's most beautiful fleet of classic racing yachts – the J Class

Shamrock V – JK3

J Class yacht Shamrock sailplan

J Class yacht Shamrock sailplan

LOA: 36.50m /119ft 9in · LWL: 26.7m/87ft 7in · Beam: 6.00m/19ft 8in · Disp: 166 tonnes

Original lines: Charles E Nicholson

Modified design: Dykstra Naval Architects

Launch year and yard: 1930, Camper & Nicholsons

Identifying features: The only wooden J and the smallest. Dark green hull with bronze deck fittings.

Current state: She has just had a refit in Palma after a long period under her past owner chartering, cruising and occasional racing.

Race prediction:Her smaller size means she will struggle against the other J Class yachts in real time – but she has the most experienced skipper and her recent mods are all aimed at making her competitive on handicap.

Skipper: Simon Lacey · Race Helmsman: Mike ‘Moose’ Sanderson

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Photo: J Class Association / Gerhard Standop

Velsheda – JK7

J Class yacht Velsheda sailplan

J Class yacht Velsheda sailplan

LOA: 39.25m/128ft 9in · LWL: 27.8m/91ft 3in · Beam: 6.57m/21ft 7in · Disp: 180 tonnes

Launch year and yard: 1933, Camper & Nicholsons. Rebuilt by Southampton Yacht Services in 1997.

Identifying features: Dark blue hull, pinched transom and that iconic sharp J bow.

Current state: Continually optimised and very well prepared.

Race prediction: Highly experienced, well-gelled crew and a yacht that is looking particularly nimble and aggressive at the start. Despite surrendering size to the modern J Class yachts she’s a firm favourite to win any regatta.

Skipper: Barney Henshaw-Depledge · Race helmsman: Owner-driver

Helen Fretter goes racing on board J Class yacht Velsheda

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Photo: J Class Association / Onne van der Wal

Endeavour – JK4

J Class yacht Endeavour sailplan

J Class yacht Endeavour sailplan

LOA: 39.31m/128ft 12in · LWL: 27.30m/89ft 7in · Beam: 6.68m/21ft 11in · Disp: 175 tonnes

Launch year and yard: 1934, Camper & Nicholson. Relaunched by Royal Huisman in 1989.

Identifying features: Royal ‘Endeavour Blue’ hull, clean deck, single deckhouse.

Current state: Completely refitted by Yachting Developments in 2010-11. Based between Palma and Cascais she is for sale through Edmiston and in prize condition.

Race prediction: Fully optimised and race ready, but is up for sale and now already unlikely to be ready in time for Bermuda.

Skipper: Luke Bines · Race helmsman: N/A (Torben Grael in 2012)

Video exclusive: what it’s like to sail the iconic J Class Endeavour

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Photo: J Class Association / Jens Fischer

Ranger – J5

J Class yacht Ranger sailplan

J Class yacht Ranger sailplan

LOA: 41.63m/136ft 7in · LWL: 28.80m/94ft 6in · Beam: 6.41m/21ft 0in · Disp: 203 tonnes

Original design: Starling Burgess and Olin Stephens

Modified design: Studio Scanu, Reichel Pugh, Fred Elliot and Dykstra Naval Architects

Launch year and yard: 2003, Danish Yacht

Identifying features: White hull with snub nose and spoon bow.

Current state: Refitted and optimised at Newport Shipyard 2016, where chainplates were moved forward and tracks modified to take a bigger headsail.

Race prediction: The heaviest J, but a rocket in flat water, such as in Bermuda’s Great Sound. A veteran crew whose consistency is Ranger’s trump card.

Skipper: Dan Jackson · Race helmsman: Erle Williams

Ranger J5 – the first completely new J Class yacht

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Ranger , J5 RYS centenary 2015. Photo Paul Wyeth

Rainbow – JH2

J Class yacht Rainbow sailplan

J Class yacht Rainbow sailplan

LOA: 39.89m/130ft 11in · LWL: 26.90m/88ft 3in · Beam: 6.42m/21ft 1in · Disp: 167 tonnes

Original lines: William Starling Burgess

Launch year and yard: 2012, Holland Jachtbouw

Identifying features: Black hull, red bottom and modern grey rig with race boom.

Current state: Sold in 2015 by Chris Gongriep, the former owner of Holland Jachtbouw, she has since solely been used for cruising by her US owner who shows no signs of wanting to race, although she will be in Bermuda to watch.

Race prediction: Was cruised and raced extensively for a couple of seasons after she was built and has proven to be a supremely fast boat for her size in the right hands.

J Class yacht Rainbow – the Dutch destroyer

Hanuman – JK6

J Class yacht Hanuman sailplan

J Class yacht Hanuman sailplan

LOA: 42.19m/138ft 5in · LWL: 27.50m/90ft 3in · Beam: 6.60m/21ft 8in · Disp: 180 tonnes

Launch year and yard: 2009 Royal Huisman

Identifying features: Carries the old Endeavour II sail number JK6 – but a totally modern day reinterpretation of Sopwith’s second boat, built in aluminium.

Current state: Her weight and stability were optimised at Newport Shipyard in 2016 and she was also fitted with a new mast and rigging, plus a new furling headstay.

Race prediction: With her same core Comanche/Puma crew and Ken Read on the wheel, this is a highly race-oriented J Class yacht.

Skipper: Greg Sloat · Race helmsman: Ken Read

Inside J class yacht Hanuman

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Lionheart JH1

J Class yacht Lionheart sailplan

J Class yacht Lionheart sailplan

LOA: 43.4m/142ft 5in · LWL 27.2m/89ft 3in · Beam: 6.55m/21ft 6in · Disp: 180 tonnes

Original lines: Starling Burgess and Olin Stephens

Modified design: Hoek Design

Launch year and yard: 2010, Bloemsma and Claasen Jachtbouw

Identifying features: Black hull and rig, bulwarks giving a high freeboard effect, two deckhouses.

Current state: Constantly upgraded, Lionheart has new North raw sails with plans to build more sails before Bermuda.

Race prediction: Lionheart is consistently optimised, has some key pros and a fantastic crew spirit. Should be finishing in the top three in Bermuda.

Skipper: Toby Brand · Race helmsman: Owner-driver · Tactics: Bouwe Bekking

J Class yacht Lionheart J/H1 – replica of an original that was never built

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Photo: J Class Association / Thierry Martinez

J Class yacht Topaz sailplan

J Class yacht Topaz sailplan

LOA: 42.7m/140ft 1in · LWL: 27.8m/91ft 3in · Beam: 6.75m/22ft 2in · Disp: 180 tonnes

Original lines: Frank Paine

Launch year and yard: 2015, Holland Jachtbouw

Identifying features: Longest waterline of all the Js (for which there is a sail area penalty) she has a striking Art Deco interior and a dark blue hull with turquoise antifoul.

Current state: New and raring to go.

Race prediction: With her fuller volume forward, longer waterline and shorter keel, Hoek believes she will be the fastest J Class downwind and in light airs. The crew has practised hard since last year and now has top big boat helm in Holmberg.

Skipper: Romke Lopik · Race helmsman: Peter Holmberg

New J Class yacht named Topaz is launched – and the design team says she is “absolutely stunning”

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Photo: J Class Association / Carlo Borlenghi

J Class yacht Svea sailplan

J Class yacht Svea sailplan

LOA: 43.6m/143ft 1in · LWL: 27.6m/90ft 7in · Beam: 6.65m/21ft 10in · Disp: 180 tonnes

Original lines: Tore Holm

Launch year and yard: 2017, Bloemsma / Vitters

Identifying features: Dark grey metallic hull, near flush ultra-clean, ergonomically optimised deck with low single doghouse and huge 8ft diameter wheel that turns in a well that extends down to the keel frames.

Current state: Just launched.

Race prediction: Tore Holm was a gifted Metre designer and Svea looks like a fast upwind boat, with a race oriented deck design and a slippery underwater shape. It’s asking a lot of her crew to be competitive for 2017.

Skipper: Paul ‘PK’ Kelly

Race helmsman: Owner driver

Nine Js and counting: J Class Svea J-S1 is sold and under construction at Vitters

The history of the J-Class

The Js are inextricably linked with the America’s Cup as, barring Velsheda , all were built for the purpose of America’s Cup racing. From 1929 to 1937, 20 J Class yachts were designed. Ten of these went on to be built, with six racing in the America’s Cup finals. A modern J Class yacht’s  lines can only be taken from the original designs, ensuring the fleet’s look endures.

Canterbury J Class Model Yacht

Canterbury J Class Model Yacht

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A Brief History of the Canterbury J Class Model Yacht

Sailing at the Christchurch Model Yacht Club [CMYC] in 1996-1997 there was a small classic J Class model yacht named RANGER with a length of 1.2 metres and this was owned by Dave Heanly. This yacht was J1 which was eventually purchased from Dave and is now on display in the CMYC club rooms at Hagley Park.

Ranger J1

A group of CMYC members decided the J Class yacht would be ideal for easy fully rigged transport and sailing in weedy conditions at Lake Victoria.

The hull of number J1 was purchased from Model Boats and the sail plan designed by Hugh Hobden. An approach was made to purchase more hulls. Euan Sargison negotiated and another 9 hulls were purchased and sold very quickly.

The J Class Squadron was formed 2 Sep 1997. Two more hulls appeared making the total at this time twelve.

More hulls were in demand and the place that originally sold the hulls advised that the mould had been lost. After investigating it was found that the original hulls supplied had been taken from a Timaru J Class yacht.

It was decided to make a Canterbury mould with adjustments. The hull was deepened by 16mm and the lead reduced by 16mm and the trim weight put inside the hull. The J Class squadron purchased the new mould with a loan from Peter Vincent and the loan was repaid from hull sales. Number J13 was the first hull

To promote the sailing class three trophies were donated by Peter Vincent.

More Canterbury J Class historical information can be found HERE

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The basic philosophy was to have an easily sailed and economically built  RC yacht’ based on a one design principles to provide good resale value, and with racing dependent more on the skipper rather than designer/builder skill.These objects have been attained and the Class has attracted many first time sailors, mostly from the retired ranks who share the common creed, “it sure beats gardening!”

The boat can be transported easily in the average car or station wagon fully rigged. Many boats have features of the original Canterbury J Class.

The “Wednesday Windlers” can muster fleets of 30 plus for their around-the-lake sailing on Lake Victoria. Why not visit the lake on a Wednesday? Members turn out, except in the most atrocious weather, and are pleased to “turn over the controls” to any interested spectator.

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377 hulls [December 2022] have been purchased and they are to be found in all areas of New Zealand and as far afield as the USA, Australia, Canada, Germany and the UK. It is a one-design yacht and all hull shells, keels and trim weights are made from moulds officially approved by the Canterbury J Association with an identification number moulded into the hull.

There are rules that, prohibit exotic materials, define a fixed minimum weight, strictly control dimensions in the three sizes of sail rigs.

The yacht can be bought as a kit or in separate pieces and assembled as the budget allows. This also allows members handy at making small components to make many of the parts and keep the price down. All parts are available: hulls white polyester, keels, brass fittings, and computer-generated sails, winches and radio gear. If you cannot find the part you want we will find it or we can make it at reasonable costs.

There is also an active and increasing North Island fleet sailing out of the T auranga Radio Sailing Club  Gilmour Lake  Waihi , [links to external sites] , Palmerston North and Auckland

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J Class Resources

Organizations.

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Sacramento Model Yacht Club (California)

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Elk Grove Model Yacht Club (California)

www.egmyc.net

Mystic River R/C Sailors (Connecticut)

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South Daytona R/C MYC (Florida)

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Chicago R/C Model Yacht Club (Illinois)

http://www.chicagorcmyc.org/

Marblehead Model Yacht Club (Massachusetts)

www.mmyc.us

. Famous Potato Sailing Club (Idaho

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Ludwig RC Yachts (Texas)

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860-938-2177

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514-973-7741

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Millican Sails (Whirlwind J Boats, parts & sails

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603-571-5920

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  1. J Boat

    J Boat. J Class. The J Class models are 1/16th scale hulls of the J Class yachts that sailed for the America´s Cup from 1930 through 1937 as well as the yachts that were converted to the J Class and competed with the America´s Cup yachts in club regattas. The models are the largest recognized class in the AMYA with hull lengths ranging from ...

  2. J Class Yacht Models

    J Class Yacht Models. Showing the single result View Product. Sale! Pen Duick Model Yacht (Standard Range) - AM (AS053) ... View Product. Sale! Endeavour Model Yacht Black / White (Standard Range) - AM (AS155) USD $ 190 Original price was: USD $190. USD $ 166 Current price is: USD $166. View Product. Sale! Endeavour Model Yacht (Standard ...

  3. THE AMYA

    The J class yachts are 1/16 scale versions of the original 1930's J-boats only, making it the largest of all the RC yachts. These classic yachts recreate the style of yachting's Golden Era, on a grand but affordable scale. Approx. 85-95" long. The largest class in the AMYA, the "J" boat. Class Website.

  4. J Class Hulls

    Feel free to contact me on [email protected] if you have any questions. You can also phone on 07969 538626 but I'm often out of the country and calling can be expensive.

  5. J-Class Rainbow

    J-Class Rainbow - 131′ -2012. Contact: Pieter van der Weide. Built by the Dutch Masters at Holland Jachtbouw in 2012, RAINBOW is quite simply, the best of her breed. One of the most recently launched J-Class reproductions, Dykstra Naval Architects developed RAINBOW from the original plans of this 1937 America's Cup winner and smoothed her ...

  6. AMYA J CLASS

    1/16th scale AMYA J Class Model Yachts from the 1930's. San Francisco Model Yacht Clubs 125th anniversary. J Class Yachts For Sale (Sail) Home; Upcoming Events; Rules; AMYA J CLASS History; Articles; ... Stuff for Sale ; Construction Videos; San Francisco Model Yacht Clubs 125th anniversary.

  7. J Class Radio sailors

    J Class Radio sailors. Public group. ·. 4.0K members. Join group. This group enjoys building, sailing and racing 1/16th scale models of Americas Cup J Class boats. Post building photos, events, results and questions...

  8. J Class Model Yacht

    Our J-Class yacht models and racing yachts are for display and decorative purposes only - they are not functioning models and cannot got in the water. Our selection of stunning sailing model yachts includes the J Class Endeavour, Pen Duick and America's Cup racing yacht Australia II. These sailing model yachts are lacquer painted for a sleek finish, except for the large scale Pen Duick. They ...

  9. Yachts

    Yachts. In total nine J Class yachts are currently active, including three original surviving Js - Velsheda, Shamrock and Endeavour - and six replicas that have been built since 2003; Ranger, Rainbow, Hanuman, Lionheart, Topaz and Svea.

  10. J Class Yacht Models

    Premier Ship Models presents its exquisite J Class yacht model collection. Handcrafted with precision, these museum-quality replicas capture the elegance and power of these legendary racing yachts. ... Sale! Bristol Yacht Model Ship - OMH (Y096) £387. View Product. Columbia Half Hull - GN (HH008P) £211. View Product. Sale! Columbia Yacht ...

  11. J-Class Lionheart

    J-Class Lionheart 1/16 scale laser-cut frame set, total length 106″ - kit number MW101! ... In the case of this large boat, we send you thirty-one frames. The model is also designed with a T-rail design that you should use to build a straight and true hull. For accurate construction, the T-rail should be lined up carefully and attached to a ...

  12. J class boats

    J class boats. In 2020 we saw an interesting development with one semi scale 48inch Nottingham J class appear and sail regularly. Since then there have been some interesting discussions around the J class RC boats. In late 2020 an enterprising group of 5 club members decided to build 5 Lionheart J class 60 inch models and while it is a long ...

  13. Home

    The J Class Association was founded in 2000 to protect the interests of the Class, present and future, and organises an annual calendar of racing for these magnificent yachts. 2024 Calendar. 19-22 June.

  14. Jclass yachts for sale

    J Class Yachts for Sale. SuperYacht Times has compiled the largest fleet of yachts for sale. Our data analysts gather valuable information about every superyacht larger than 24-metres currently for sale. With hundreds of yacht sales and transactions per year, the yachting market is a challenging one, and that's why SuperYacht Times has built ...

  15. Building a J Class Model

    This is a quick overview of the building process that is needed to build a model J boat. Below is a list of most of the materials that were used. WOOD. 2 - 1"x8"x8' pine, aspen, bass or other suitable wood that can be cut into 5/32"x3/8" strips for hull and deck planking.

  16. A pocket guide to the J Class yachts

    J Class yacht Velsheda sailplan. LOA: 39.25m/128ft 9in · LWL: 27.8m/91ft 3in · Beam: 6.57m/21ft 7in · Disp: 180 tonnes. Original lines: Charles E Nicholson. Modified design: Dykstra Naval ...

  17. Canterbury J Class Model Yacht

    A Brief History of the Canterbury J Class Model Yacht. Sailing at the Christchurch Model Yacht Club [CMYC] in 1996-1997 there was a small classic J Class model yacht named RANGER with a length of 1.2 metres and this was owned by Dave Heanly. This yacht was J1 which was eventually purchased from Dave and is now on display in the CMYC club rooms ...

  18. Resources

    J Class Yachts For Sale (Sail) Home; Upcoming Events; Rules; AMYA J CLASS History; Articles; Resources; Gallery; ... Ludwig RC Yachts (Texas) Contact Larry [email protected]. John Hanks (Arizona) ... Ranger, hull, deck and rig fittings, custom J boat fittings and masts. Contact David [email protected]. 410-604-3907. www.rcyachts.com ...

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    View a wide selection of SeaCraft boats for sale in California, explore detailed information & find your next boat on boats.com. #everythingboats

  20. California Yacht Brokers Association (Alameda, CA)

    Established in 1995, we have worked diligently to become one of the leading brokerages in Northern California. We offer a wide varity of brokerage vessels, specializing in power and sailing vessels 30. , CA, USA. Dealer for new Defever Yachts, this brokerage specializes in both sail and powerboats from 30' to 180'.

  21. Jclass yachts for sale

    Gulet or J Class Sailing Yachts for Sale. SuperYacht Times has compiled the largest fleet of yachts for sale. Our data analysts gather valuable information about every superyacht larger than 24-metres currently for sale. With hundreds of yacht sales and transactions per year, the yachting market is a challenging one, and that's why SuperYacht ...

  22. Browse all Superyachts on the market

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  23. Stingray boats for sale in California

    View a wide selection of Stingray boats for sale in California, explore detailed information & find your next boat on boats.com. #everythingboats. Explore. Back. Explore View All. Overnight Cruising; House Boats ... Class Deck Boat; Center Console; Dual Console; Bowrider; Model 191 DC (2) 192 SC (2) 172 SC (1) 173 CC (1) 180 RS/RX (1) 182 SC (1 ...