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2014 J Boats J/88

Alameda, California

$134,000

It would be tough to beat the J/88 for great all-round capability. Named 30' and under Boat of the Year in 2014, the J/88 has notable inshore and offshore capabilities in her class. This popular model from J/Boats offers great one design racing, and ticks all the boxes for sailability, safety and speed.

Whether single or short handed, club or one design racing or weekends exploring local stops with family and friends, the J/88's versatility stands out. Rain comes with a v-berth package and a full set of interior cushions. Well maintained she has a fresh bottom job (2024) and List Marine engine service in 2024, plus Saildrive servicing in 2016 and 2022.

This is a great opportunity to get into the popular Bay Area J/88 one design fleet!

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: Rain
Make: J Boats
Model: J/88
Year: 2014
Condition: Used
Category: Sail
Builder: CCFC
Designer: Al Johnstone
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: UCF88023A414
Has Hull ID: Yes
Keel Type: Bulb Keel

Dimensions

Length: 29'2 ft
Length Overall: 29 ft
Waterline Length: 26'10 ft
Beam: 9'6 ft
Max Draft: 6'6 ft
Electrical Circuit: 12v

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Yanmar
  • Model: 2YM15
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 14hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 2 Blade, Folding
  • Engine Location: Center
  • Drive Type: SailDrive
  • Year: 2014

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 1
Fuel Tank Capacity: 15 gal
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 6 gal

Other

Heads Count: 1
Drive Type: Sail
Boat Class: Racers

Contact

Bill Colombo
Sail California

Office

Sail California
1070 Marina Village Parkway
Alameda, CA, US, 94501
Tel:510-523-8500
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.


Manufacturer Provided Description

The J/88 is a 29’ mid-size family speedster with stability, style and sailing comfort. J/88 hits the sweet-spot in J Boat’s performance range – large enough to provide the creature comforts of a sit-in cockpit, inboard diesel, overnighting interior and head; and small enough to be single-point lifted, owner trailered and stored. Design highlights include a high-aspect, non-overlapping sail plan (no genoas) with a carbon fiber, double-spreader mast - deck stepped for easy rigging, tuning and keeping the main cabin dry.

The 6.5 ft fixed, low VCG keel with molded GRP finish is similar to the J/70’s, ensuring a fair, smooth foil for every boat. The result will be a ride that’s every bit as exciting as the J/88’s speedster siblings - fast and balanced upwind with planing performance downwind in moderate to fresh breezes.

Sail Inventory
  • RACING (North 3DI/Airx)
    • A2 June 2023
    • A3 August 2021
    • J3 August 2021 (only used at RBBS 2021, 2, 3)
    • J2 August 2021 (only used at RBBS 2021, 2, 3)
    • Main August 2019
  • PRACTICE
    • North 3DI J2 and J3
    • North Airx A3 and A2
    • Quantum A3 and A2
    • Quantum Main
Factory Upgrades & Additional Equipment
  • Rod Headstay
  • V-Berth Package
  • Loos Gauge PT
  • Lifesling
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • 4 x Type III PFD's
  • Fortress Anchor w/Rode
  • Igloo Cooler
  • Boat Hook
  • Fenders
Additional Equipment
  • Second spin halyard
  • Spinnaker sock and cam cleats for singlehanded spinnaker handling
  • jackline attachment points
  • Outhaul, boom vang led to cockpit
  • Permanently mounted magnetic compass in cockpit (required for ocean racing)
  • Spare rudder
  • Drogue (never used)
  • Mainsail track car quick release pins for easier mainsail changes
  • Factory upgrade: V berth package and salon cushions
Maintenance Items
  • Saildrive
    • Inspections and service: 2016 & 2019
  • Engine 
    • inspections and service: 2015, 2019, 2021
  • All engine work done by List Marine
  • New battery 1/2024
Electronics-Instrumentation
  • B&G 5000 system:
    • 2 x Mast GFD Displays
    • B&G Carbon Mast Bracket
    • B&G @S710 Vertical Wind Sensor w/Carbon Wand
  • Zeus 9 Chart Plotter with Companionway Mount
  • B&G V60 VHF w/Remote Handset
  • Simrad TP2 Tiller Pilot w/Remote
  • Airmar Speed Sensor
  •   Airmar Depth Sensor
  •   Richie Compass
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.