New Boat Preview: J/Boats J/7
A fresh take on the small keelboat, the J/7 brings performance, stability and simplicity to a modern daysailer.
A fresh take on the small keelboat, the J/7 brings performance, stability and simplicity to a modern daysailer.
Like father, like son. Al Johnstone’s modern J/40 follows in the award-winning wake of the original—and wins big in 2025.
The J/40, our Best Overall Boat of the Year, exemplifies innovation, blending performance, comfort and timeless design.
This year’s fleet of nominees showcased innovation, international flair, and exciting trends shaping the future of cruising.
Johnstone received the 2023 Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, which is US Sailing’s most prestigious award.
Race-ready and cruising compatible, the handsome and powerful J/45 presents an offshore sailor with options.
The sporty Beneteau First 27 turned in a winning performance dockside and out on the water.
Want to get there quickly and comfortably? Check out these new racer/cruisers from Beneteau, Grand Soleil, Italia, J/Boats and Jeanneau.
A group of friends pay homage to a great little boat aboard with a history of laughs and a well-stocked cooler.
J/Boats’ versatile new J/112E lets the cruising skipper dial in as much performance as desired.
J Boats, in tandem with Oceanvolt, has produced is first green boat. Come see it at the Newport Boat Show!
A fresh take on the small keelboat, the J/7 brings performance, stability and simplicity to a modern daysailer.
Like father, like son. Al Johnstone’s modern J/40 follows in the award-winning wake of the original—and wins big in 2025.
The J/40, our Best Overall Boat of the Year, exemplifies innovation, blending performance, comfort and timeless design.
This year’s fleet of nominees showcased innovation, international flair, and exciting trends shaping the future of cruising.
Johnstone received the 2023 Nathanael G. Herreshoff Trophy, which is US Sailing’s most prestigious award.
Race-ready and cruising compatible, the handsome and powerful J/45 presents an offshore sailor with options.
The sporty Beneteau First 27 turned in a winning performance dockside and out on the water.
Want to get there quickly and comfortably? Check out these new racer/cruisers from Beneteau, Grand Soleil, Italia, J/Boats and Jeanneau.
A group of friends pay homage to a great little boat aboard with a history of laughs and a well-stocked cooler.
J/Boats’ versatile new J/112E lets the cruising skipper dial in as much performance as desired.
J Boats, in tandem with Oceanvolt, has produced is first green boat. Come see it at the Newport Boat Show!
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