J Class Yachts Face off in Newport

The first inaugural J Class World Championship is underway in Newport, RI, with six yachts – from the classic Velsheda, to the brand new Topaz – on the line.

By Ben Meyers
August 20, 2017
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World
J Class World Championship in Newport, RI – Day 2Benjamin Meyers/Cruising World

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