J/7

Built Program Tough
The J/7 is engineered and built to meet the rugged demands of daily program use, directly benefiting from the 45+ years of experience gained from the use of the J/22, J/24, J/70 and J/80 in institutional programs worldwide. The J/7’s hull, deck and structural bulkheads feature composite sandwich construction with biaxial E-glass, vacuum-bagged Corecell foam core, with high density core inserts for high-load deck hardware. Strength-to-weight, this is one of the toughest J’s ever built.

 J/7 Specification Highlights
• Large, easy-access, self-draining cockpit with secure 8.5’ (2.6m) cockpit seats and backrests, and step-on transom for easy swim platform boarding.

• Optimized deck layout for simplicity and efficiency, including an end-boom mainsheet system and bridle. No traveler to trip over!

•  High 46% ballast-to-displacement ratio and low VCG (vertical center of gravity) 3.8’ fixed all-lead keel for exceptional all-weather stability. No hiking necessary!

• Jib roller furling system.

• Molded in ORC toe-rail (P&S) from the bow to the stern rails, with single gate across the transom.

• Deck-stepped, single spreader aluminum mast for convenient rigging, raising and lowering of the rig.

• Small interior cabin with settee seats and V-berth platform – ideal for weather protection, storage, a place to nap and personal privacy.

• Single-point lift capable and easy to trailer behind a mid-sized SUV.

• Options include Flexiteek cockpit sole, cockpit cushions, swim ladder, fixed sprit for an A-sail, and symmetric spin gear for team race/match race club programs.