J/Boats

J/Boats, founded by Rod Johnstone in 1977, revolutionized yacht design with the J/24, which became the world's most popular keelboat class. Based in Rhode Island, J/Boats created a series of successful designs including the J/22, J/30, J/35, J/105, and many others that dominated both racing and cruising markets. Johnstone's designs emphasized performance, simplicity, and fun sailing characteristics that appealed to both serious racers and recreational sailors. J/Boats pioneered the concept of fast, easy-to-sail boats that made performance sailing accessible to ordinary sailors. The company continues as a major force in performance yacht design.