2018 J Boats J/121

This 2018 J/121 is a 40-foot racing sailboat built on a fiberglass hull and optimized for shorthanded and offshore sailing. The boat features a custom carbon rig, Jim Taylor keel, and a structural doghouse designed to shield the crew during heavy weather. Powered by a 29 hp Yanmar diesel engine, she reaches a maximum speed of 8 knots.

The yacht carries two cabins and one head below deck. Her racing and cruising inventory includes sails from North 3DI, B&H H5000 navigation electronics, and Starlink satellite communication. Additional offshore equipment rounds out a comprehensive specification suited to extended passagemaking.

The boat was customized by experienced offshore sailors with modifications focused on performance and crew comfort in open-ocean conditions. She has competed in major offshore races including the 2024 OSTAR, Bermuda 1-2, and the double-handed class of the Ida Lewis Distance race, with multiple podium finishes across her racing resume.