1984 J/29
LOA
8.99m (29.5ft)
Beam
3.28m (10.8ft)
Displacement
3,266kg (7,200lbs)
Year
1984–1990
Manufacturer
J/Boats
Full Specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Overall (LOA) | 8.99 m | 29.5 ft |
| Length Waterline (LWL) | 7.62 m | 25.0 ft |
| Beam | 3.28 m | 10.8 ft |
| Draft | 1.83 m | 6.0 ft |
| Mast Height | 13.00 m | 42.7 ft |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,266 kg | 7,200 lbs |
| Ballast | 1,497 kg | 3,300 lbs |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.1 m² | 442 ft² |
| Rig / Boat Type | Sloop | |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | |
| Keel Type | Fin | |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Water Capacity | 38 L | 10.0 gal |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | |
| Cabins | 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | |
| Country of Origin | USA | |
Performance Ratios
SA/D Ratio
18.97
Good — responsive and versatile
Ballast Ratio
45.8%
Heavy ballast — very stiff and stable
Capsize Screening Ratio
0.89 Offshore Capable
Excellent — suitable for offshore passages
Lower is better. Values below 2.0 are considered suitable for offshore sailing.
Comfort Ratio
16.0
Spartan — racing-oriented, uncomfortable in a seaway
About the 1984 J/29
The J/29 is a fast and fun one-design racer that also serves as a capable weekender. Quick upwind with a flat run aft for exciting downwind surfing.