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Rolex Big Boat Series

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After four days of thrilling sailing on San Francisco Bay, champions were crowned at the 2026 Rolex Big Boat Series on September 20 at St. Francis Yacht Club. The top prizes—two Rolex Submariner Date Timepieces, seven perpetual trophies, and the ORC North American Championship titles in four divisions were awarded…

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Ontario Women’s Championship

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On August 15, 10 women’s sailing teams competed in the sixth annual J/105 Ontario Women's Championship hosted by the Royal Canadian Yacht Club in Toronto Canada. The event was proudly sponsored by Scotiabank Women Initiative®️ and The Mountford Group of Scotia Wealth Management and new sponsor PwC Canada. The regatta…

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Ted Hood Regatta Takes Over Marblehead for Beautiful Late Summer Sailing

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The ninth annual Storm Trysail Ted Hood Regatta took over Marblehead's waters August 13-16 co-hosted by Corinthian Yacht Club and Eastern Yacht Club. A fleet of 36 boats was split among One Design (including J/105s) and PHRF Divisions with two classes in each. "Plenty of strong competition and excellent race…

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Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series Marblehead

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A trio of yacht clubs along the shores of Marblehead harbor hosted the annual Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series July 23-26: Eastern Yacht Club, with the support of Corinthian Yacht Club and Boston Yacht Club. Winning 8 of 9 races to finish with 10 points and take the J/105…

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Why Buy a J/105

According to Jeff Johnstone, President of JBoats, the J/105 has overwhelmed the entire 30-37 foot keelboat market. And he is not only speaking about his competitors, but boats in his own line as well. Even though the J/105 was the first sprit boat when it was designed by Rod Johnstone in 1990, it still dominates sixteen years into its production cycle and it is among the top four boats receiving inquiries (among 15 current models) from potential buyers. According to Jeff, their other 30-37 foot boats serve other needs.