Holland Jachtbouw is preparing the launch of their latest J Class – J8. She will now bring this iconic fleet total to eight boats on the water around the world.
Commenting on the predicted performance of the J8, naval architect Andre Hoek says, “When Frank Paine originally drew this vessel in 1935, he was prepared to take a sail area to displacement penalty in order to gain the extra length required. By optimising the design for the modern handicap rules of the JCA, we paid enormous attention to J8’s stiffness to weight ratio and lightweight aluminium hull.”
Once launched J8 will join her stablemate Rainbow on her return to Europe from racing in the Caribbean at the end of May.