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The J/105 has become the
success story of one-design racing. With over 700 boats built
to date, the class is one of the largest cruiser-racer
one-design fleets. Easily sailed with a small crew, the
responsive design allows the J/105 to be fun to sail with only
a main, jib and asymmetric spinnaker. Here we will explore the
process required for success with your J/105 racing program.
Success in one-design can be summated into one sentence:
whoever makes the least mistakes wins.
Let
us break this down into specific details and progressions
towards advancement. The most important factor is boat speed.
A racer's IQ elevates exponentially as your speed increases.
Boat speed is created through enhancing many small features.
Every time you comment 'that doesn't matter' write it down,
because it does matter. Add up 10 insignificant items and you
get something tangible. Add up 20 items and your sailing
experience changes.
Be
advised: there are many roads to victory and this tuning guide
outlines certain proven techniques that are no way meant to be
the only way. We expect the prudent racer not to consider this
the bible but to add these concepts and techniques to your
existing bag of tricks.
Doyle
Sailmakers is happy to have and will continue to support the
growth of the J/105 Class. We have committed specialists
though out North America to help you get the most out of your
boat.
The
Doyle J/105 Team
Download
the DOYLE J/105 Tuning Guide
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