Walter Cooper Photography

Walter Cooper Photography

Every once in a while, a new boat comes along that lets you rethink the entire sail plan from the ground up. The J/7 is one of those rare opportunities. When J/Boats Midwest and 180 Sails took delivery of hull #2 this summer, we weren’t just unwrapping a new model. We were stepping into the […]

By Dave ReedDecember 17, 2024 A quick harbor spin on the new J/7 daysailer from J Boats confirms its selling point: simplified sailing should be easy. On the breeze for a wind-chilly demo sail in December, the J/7’s overall simplicity is its appeal. Looks like a J, sail like a J and will no doubt sell […]

December 18, 2024 J/Boats is pleased to announce its newest dealer, J/Boats Midwest. Andy Camarda will take the reigns from the former Midwest dealer, Rich Stearns, and will continue to serve Chicago and the surrounding area. We would like to extend a big thanks to Rich of Stearns Boating for his 2 decades of work. Even […]