Welcome to the 1998 J/92 Forum Archive!

Is the J-92 ODR rating in your PHRF area a net rating that assumes the use of a 150%-155% genoa without additional penalty?
Poe Miles <poe4@bellsouth.net>
New Orleans, LA USA - Thursday, December 31, 1998 at 11:06:24 (EST)

I am looking for a kevlar genoa 3 for my J-92. Which sails are being used in the States and what are the prices. I will be in Key West during the Key West race week in januari, and I am interested to take a kevlar genoa 3 back to Holland. If there are people willing to sell a used genoa 3, I am interested as well. With kind regards, Henk Wybinga
Henk Wybinga <henkw@interaccess.nl>
Amsterdam, NL - Monday, December 28, 1998 at 09:37:23 (EST)

I am thinking of buying a J92. Could anybody tell me the CHS rating for this yacht. Kindest regards.
Jean Laroque <jean.laroque@stradal.saint-gobain.com>
PARIS, FRANCE - Wednesday, December 23, 1998 at 12:14:35 (EST)

Thanks Colin--- The crew of 'Pla Loma' would also like to extend season's greetings to the J-92 fleet out there. One difference is that 'Pla Loma' is in the water and in 90 degree weather. If anyone in the colder climes finds themselves in Singapore this Winter, give us a call-- we'd love to meet you and get you out for a weekend race.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore, - Monday, December 21, 1998 at 06:40:47 (EST)

While I'm posting here, I'd just like to extend Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, etc. to all from myself, Ian (webmasters) and the rest of the Poohsticks crew. Unfortunately the boat is up on the hard and frozen but scheming and dreaming for the next season is in full swing!!
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J2Co0 - Sunday, December 20, 1998 at 17:50:58 (EST)

Uh, David ... not sure why you'd be interested in one of those instead of a /92 ;-) but if you must you'd find it at http://www.jboats.com/j120class/
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J2Co0 - Sunday, December 20, 1998 at 17:45:39 (EST)

WHere is the j120 site???
dave <david_orloff@hotmail.com>
irvine, ca usa - Sunday, December 20, 1998 at 16:56:50 (EST)

Can I get added to the forum? It's not that obvious how you get on the list. Also does anyone have any data on mast foot positioning for French built boats?
Phil Ryan <philr@peapod.co.uk>
UK - Monday, December 14, 1998 at 13:03:45 (EST)

Colin please change my email address as i have a new account.
Brian Cramer <bcramer@skynet.ca>
London, on can - Thursday, December 10, 1998 at 16:06:06 (EST)

Sorry to do this to you again Colin ,but Please change my e-mail address inthe owners list. Thankyou colin, Regards, Alan Shaft
alan Shaft <Alan Shaft@home46.swinternet.co.uk>
Cardiff, U.K - Monday, December 07, 1998 at 14:14:30 (EST)

Moving from the Annapolis area to Chicago this spring and will be looking for a ride when I get there. Spent the last 5 years doing mast or bow on BAM (Frers 36) with Jerry Smirnoff consistently taking top honors on the Chesapeake Bay.
Chad Littleton <littletonc@aol.com>
Crownsville, md usa - Monday, December 07, 1998 at 09:08:38 (EST)

Speaking of sails, which loft makes the best J-92 sails?
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore - Tuesday, December 01, 1998 at 07:18:11 (EST)

i just bought a new j 92 built in france,i have a few questions on the sails,who can advise me?i willmainly cruise on do occasionnally some racing. 1/type of cloth for the mainsail:dacron 6.6 oz or 7.6 oz or polykote 7.7 oz or a laminate? 2/one or two reefs 3/one or two full battens or none, should i have battencarriages? 4/what size of gennaker should i take,i heard the class-one i rather large for a familycrew 5/ is it worthwhile to have genua 1 or is a jib sufficient like on my j 22 thanks for taking the troubanswer me
fred knitel <bombarda@wxs.nl>
holland - Monday, November 30, 1998 at 15:53:57 (EST)

J- 92 #90 Second Wind Complete as per standard specification plus: Complete inventory of Genesis Sobstad's 100%, 135%, 155% light and heavy ,Main, 3 spins. KVH Quatro Instrument Package: Depth, Speed, Sail comp ect. Spectra Halyards. Tuff Luff head foil. Adjustable Harken genoa cars. Tweekers Faired hull, rudder and keel. Fresh water home base. Proven race winner: 1st Dogwood, 1st Wednesday night series, 1st Spring Championships, 1st PHRF Championships, --Lake Lanier. 1st SAYRA Inshore and Offshore Championships 1998, 1st SAYRA Inshore Championships 1997, --Charleston, SC; and many more! Asking $69,995 Email David at: DavidJPritchard@compuserve.com, or Jim at: morang@bellsouth.net
Jim Morang <morang@bellsouth.net>
Athens, GA USA - Thursday, November 26, 1998 at 21:04:26 (EST)

Does anyone know of a used J/92 for sale in the North East USA?
James Peterson <jimmer@gowebway.com>
Darien, CT - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 20:57:50 (EST)

Hi Alan. I made the changes to the Owner's lists but then when I tried to email a confirmation to you it got bounced. Is your email address as typed correct?
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS Canda - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 17:42:39 (EST)

Please update my email address as I have changed my internet provider. regards, Alan Shaft
Alan Shaft <alan.shaft@user-000137.demo>
South Wales, U.K. - Friday, November 20, 1998 at 14:38:01 (EST)

Good question!! We on Pla Loma here in Singapore have been too busy sailing to contribute to the net (poor excuse).... the season is just getting into gear with several major regattas coming within the next month. It all culminates with the King's Cup in Phuket, Thailand in early December (web page is kingscup.com). The Pla Loma team has decided to charter a Beneteau 25 for the regatta rather than worry about the 500 nm delivery on a J-92. It should be a fun time, as Beneteaus will enjoy one-design racing in the regatta. Sunsail Thailand still has one boat left in its charter fleet if anyone out there wants to get in a little tropical sailing in December! They are on the Web as well.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 07:28:30 (EST)

Just a test of the J92 Forum. No activity since early October. Is anyone alive out there??
Ian Mann <imann@mtt.ca>
- Sunday, November 08, 1998 at 21:15:58 (EST)

Hi Gang, It makes me sad to say that our family has decided to sell our J92 Top Tick (#3). We love the boat, but the family, the dog, and the kids friends, all require more space as we weekend quite a bit. If you have interest let me know. We had our last weekend regatta (Hoyt Cup 1st weekend in Oct '98) and we had the boat going 14.8 kts with the main reefed. We could have removed the reef and increased our downhill speed, but the legs were short and the lake was cold. Better safe than sorry. Our entire crew were in life jackets and as the breeze picked up we decided to put the hatch board in. We even locked it! What a ride! We campaigned the boat in the great lakes this summer and took a second in the Chicago-Mac and a third in the Little Traverse Bay Regatta. There was another J92 sailing in our class---they took fourth. What fun to race on the same course with 1d35's, Farr 40's, & SC 70's. My intention in listing our finishes is to get the word out as to the wonderful capabilities of the boat. The boat performs well on short courses as well as off-shore events.
Mark Nichols <matchracer@aol.com>
Apple Valley, MN USA - Tuesday, October 13, 1998 at 20:50:43 (EDT)

Since the previous posting has caused some confusion ... let me clarify. Either the poster or the 'online newspaper' have managed to dredge up an archive article from 2 years ago. The NA's in '96 were held in Annapolis, MD and were as correctly reported in this NOW out-of-date article. The '98 NA's were hosted by the Ida Lewis Yacht Club in Newport RI. Cheers.
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 - Sunday, October 04, 1998 at 06:27:43 (EDT)

For those of you who participated in the recent NA's, you might want to check out the online edition of the Annapolis Capitol for 10/1/98 and how they reported the event. Jeff Britton--you may be particulary interested to know that Charlie Powell still owns Killer Puppy. Capitol story can be accessed at http://192.41.44.21/cgi-bin/view/live/10/01-02/SAL
Chuck Voeltner <voeltner@aol.com>
Baltimore, md USA - Thursday, October 01, 1998 at 17:47:10 (EDT)

4 experienced yacht racers, ( Sigma 33 & Dinghies ) also Potential J92 owners interested in crewing on J92 or similar for major United States regatta in 1999. A wealth of on racing experience and good fun off the water. Drop me an email if your interested.
John Harwood <John.Harwood@BT.com>
Warrington WA3 2QL, UK - Monday, September 28, 1998 at 16:44:09 (EDT)

Does anyone know of a used J/92 for sale in the North East USA?
Emmett Holt <Emmettholt@aol.com>
Boston, MA USA - Thursday, September 24, 1998 at 22:45:45 (EDT)

I have recently purchased the J92 in your owners listing hull no 60 her name is J'RONIMO.please amend your details and remove Barry Shoebridge as owner.You will also need to remove the details of Mr Kevin Bromley whom was the first owner from new.
ALAN SHAFT <alan.shaft@virgin.net>
Cardiff, GB - Tuesday, September 22, 1998 at 17:10:19 (EDT)

As a Remarc crew member, on my first fall Sunday off, I want to say thanks to the j-92 people in Newport for an awesome weekend.
Kerby Waud <klwaud@real.on.ca>
London , On Canada - Sunday, September 20, 1998 at 12:07:05 (EDT)

The '98 NA's are in the history book. More details and pictures will follow on the site but congratulations to Brian Cramer and his crew on Remarc for a great performance in winning the championships!!! Skippers and crew of Quetzal, Poohsticks, Pinnochio, and Feral Child had great racing in fantastic conditions on Rhode Island Sound off Newport, RI. Look for pictures and more stories soon.
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 - Tuesday, September 15, 1998 at 15:58:17 (EDT)

These boats are such good fun. you can just beat off wack the kite up point up again and you speed will zip up and soon she wil be on the plane!!!!!!!!!
Chris Kerrison
Westbury, GB - Saturday, September 12, 1998 at 10:21:13 (EDT)

The J92 "Speedy Gonzales", winner of the 1998 Class C Newport to Encinada Race is up for sale. A trure racing machine. J92 home page is a great location for class racing
Mike Cregan <mikesail@prodigy.net>
San Diego, CA USA - Wednesday, September 09, 1998 at 15:46:30 (EDT)

The crew of Poohsticks (hull #8) is loading and getting ready for the trek to Newport! It looks like we will be launching at Wickford, so I wonder if anyone else is launching there so we can get the reduced rate?
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS Canada - Saturday, September 05, 1998 at 17:15:04 (EDT)

The price below is for in and out of the water.
Richard Calabro
- Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 10:57:56 (EDT)

Anyone interested in launching boats for the J92 NA's! Brewer's Wickford Marina will charge $10 per foot for one boat and $8 per foot for 2 or more boats. Wickford is a two hour sail from Newport.Tel.# 401 2941540.
Richard Calabro <rpc@uriacc.uri.edu>
Narragansett, RI USA - Thursday, August 27, 1998 at 10:49:23 (EDT)

We're only 1 week away from registration deadline for the J/92 North American Championship in Newport, RI. We promise great sailing and perfect non-hurricane weather. Get your entries in quickly! Still plenty of mooring space and hotel rooms available.
Jeff Johnstone <jeffj@jboats.com>
- Monday, August 24, 1998 at 17:59:06 (EDT)

Thanks Fabrice and Keith from the crew of Juice of the Moose. I will e-mail you separately. On a general front with regard to optimising for CHS. We do not spend a great deal of time playing with our handicap. Instead we concentrate on boat handling and sail trim. We have an eight man crew although generally only seven are available at any one time. For some races our crew limit is seven. We have found that having the extra crew certainly helps and is not to damaging down wind in light airs. If you would like to discuss it further please e-mail me.
Duncan Money <money@diagonal.co.uk>
Sussex, UK - Sunday, August 23, 1998 at 02:58:23 (EDT)

'JUICE OF THE MOOSE' - COWES WEEK CLASS 3 CHS OVERALL WINNER. In a highly competitive fleet 'Juice' triumphed overall on the week with results that included two 1sts, a 3, 4 and a 5. With the exception of one day when the wind was gusting to 30 knots (boat speed @ 16.5 knots downwind), conditions were generally light to moderate. A combination of this and few reaching legs were not ideal conditions for the asymetric J92 considering we were up against some hot one-offs and proven cruiser/racers. However good starts and tight crew work were the key factors in Juice's success. The highlight of the week was winning Tuesday race, leading the fleet from start to finish, with owners Andy (H) Orton and Duncan Money collecting the winning Trophy from the Royal Yacht Squadron. ......Fabrice, thanks for your earlier acknowledgement .......Keith Moore, 'Juice' rates at 1.008
Kevin Reitze <Kevin.Reitze@aexp.com>
Brighton, UK - Friday, August 21, 1998 at 19:20:05 (EDT)

I would just like to let you know that I can replicate your sailboat as an intimately detailed, entirely hand made model, in a variety of scales, or as a half hull. These are not mass produced, but individual, custom made model replicas. Visit my web site at http://www.qni.com/~spotwood/nauticrt.htm to see some samples of my work. Contact me for more information if interested. Thanks
Tom L Thomas <Spotwood@qni.com>
Kearney, MO US - Friday, August 21, 1998 at 03:16:44 (EDT)

Experienced J-27 owner/racers & J-35 crew interested in J-92.Would like to crew in upcoming NA's in Newport to see what this boat is all about. Also would like to hear experience with J-92 in PHRF with standard spin pole.
John Nonenmacher <jibeho@aol.com>
Demarest, NJ usa - Thursday, August 20, 1998 at 17:58:54 (EDT)

Congratulations to the 92's at Cowes. I'd be interested to know what the boats rate under CHS in Europe and what if anything you do to optimize the boat for the rating. We rate 1.006 here (using class legal asymetrical) in Singapore, but we have no other benchmarks to know whether this is a fair rating or not.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore, n/a Singapore - Monday, August 17, 1998 at 06:34:44 (EDT)

Congratulations ! The winner of the Skandia life Cowes week 98 in CHS 3 (40 boats) is the J 92 "JUICE OF THE MOOSE". The two others J 92 are 8 (Major Tom) and 26 (JUPITER).
Fabrice TROPRES <ftropres@mail.cpod.fr>
CRESSERONS, FRANCE - Thursday, August 13, 1998 at 05:48:29 (EDT)

I read and inquiry regarding runnig backs on the j-92, the boat cooks with the runners specially on heavy weather and chop. Our boat speed came up 1 to 1.5 knots.Sorry Rod but sometimes simplicity doesn,t mean speed.
guille torruella <gjt@tld.net>
bayampn, p.r - Tuesday, August 11, 1998 at 19:29:21 (EDT)

1. Please add me to the J92 Forum 2. I have a 2 bedroom condo for rent in Key West during race week in Key West next year (1999)
Spencer Thomason <spencer@deltacommunications.com>
New Berlin, WI US - Tuesday, August 11, 1998 at 17:38:34 (EDT)

I would like to buy a used J92. Do you know of any boats for sale in UK, France or Northern Europe.
Andrew Bird <andy.bird@dresdner-bank.com>
UK - Friday, August 07, 1998 at 13:15:15 (EDT)

Hi ! Does anybody knows where I could find a nice J/92 half-hull ? Thanks
Olivier Marchand <omarchand@infonie.fr>
PARIS, FRA - Thursday, August 06, 1998 at 14:41:20 (EDT)

Some photos of "Privateer" (hull #2) are on the way. Nice page with good info. Many Thanks
Glywn Rowlands <growland@emirates.net.ae>
Dubai, Db UAE - Thursday, August 06, 1998 at 11:21:27 (EDT)

Thanks Jeff-- Yes we here in Singapore are very keen on coming over for the NA's, but we still need a boat to charter. We'd love to support the class and contribute to future growth, but we cannot do it without help.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore, N/A Singapore - Thursday, August 06, 1998 at 09:36:26 (EDT)

We're 5 weeks away from the 98 North Americans! Send in your entries today. Just rec'd an entry today from Canada. We promise great sailing and fun times ashore. Notice and entry form can be accessed on front of this website. If for some reason you can't particpate, please consider chartering your boat, with yourself or a shipmate able to sail aboard as owner's rep. Great experience, plus it allows us to invite teams from Europe and Hong Kong. Please email me if I can be of any help.
Jeff Johnstone <jeffj@jboats.com>
Newport, RI - Thursday, August 06, 1998 at 07:47:14 (EDT)

Do running backs help a J92? If so, is there a kit that has all the hardware needed? J/92 Hull#07
Alfred Neuman <Borg@bizinter.net>
- Tuesday, August 04, 1998 at 21:07:54 (EDT)

I am very interested in obtaining a J92. Would like to communicate by e-mail to a knowledgable person regarding this boat. Look forward to hearing from you.
Jason <jbg3@earthlink.net>
- Sunday, August 02, 1998 at 18:18:00 (EDT)

I am very interested in the J92 as a daysailer and coastal cruiser out of Marina del Rey in Los Angeles. My crew is light with 65 pound interested child and occassionally wife along as well. Can the boat be handled by father and child? Is wheel steering available. Who has one for sale in on the West Coast of the USA.
Jason <jbg3@earthlink.net>
- Sunday, August 02, 1998 at 18:15:48 (EDT)

My name is Iain Lewis and I used to crew on the J105 Out Of The Blue. After crewing Out Of The Blue I would like to carry on sailing this type of boat, so in essence I am asking if there are any crewing opportunities available on J92's this season. Out Of The Blue's crew was disbanded after the owner decided to sell the boat and move into dingy racing so my place on this boat in the positions of either Trim 1, 2 or mast was lost. I would appreciate it if any of you would contact me with regards to this mail and I look forward to hearing from you. Regards Iain Lewis lewisi@ndsuk.com +44 (01705) 484114
Iain Lewis <ilewis@ndsuk.com>
Portsmouth, - Monday, July 20, 1998 at 08:33:25 (EDT)

I have just spent a very enjoyable and exhilarating week sailing a J 92 at Ford Cork Week in Southern ireland. My friend and I were fortunate to get a berth on this boat after our own boat, a Sigma 33 was storm bound on the wrong side of the Irish Sea. We were very impressed with the performance of the J92 and the extra speed that you get from the asymetric. Many thanks to the guys from Pure Adrenalin, Cardiff for the opportunity to sail a J92 in this regatta. Mary Harwood Sigma 33 GBR4416 & RS400 765
Mary Harwood <john.harwood@bt.com>
Warrington, WA3 2QL, UK - Sunday, July 19, 1998 at 05:26:29 (EDT)

Speaking of J-92 NA's, my Singapore-based crew is still keen to travel to Newport in Sept. for the series. But we still are in need of a charter. Please consider letting us use your boat if you are not planning to race in the regatta. We will pay a charter fee, bring our own sails, and take good care or your boat.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore, SNG - Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 08:16:37 (EDT)

The Notice of Race and entry forms are now available for the J/92 NORTH AMERICANS to be held in Newport. RI on Sept. 11,12.and 13. No, you don't have to sail with roller furling and dacron sails .Most likely your boat as presently configured will be eligible (check the Notice of Race). Please sign up now. Early entries received by August 1get a $25 discount (the entry fee is refundable prior ro Sept. 1) Let's get a good sized fleet in the NA's. It's in all of our interests to have a strong showing there. See you in Newport? Margo Taylor Quetzal (hull no 67) emtesq@aol.com
Margo Taylor <emtesq@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, July 15, 1998 at 13:44:51 (EDT)

Great boat!!
Ben Jatlow <Jrace105@aol.com>
Annapolis, MD USA - Wednesday, July 15, 1998 at 08:57:43 (EDT)

please update e-mail address gjt@tld.net on owners list
Guille Torruella <gjt@tld.net>
baymon, p.r. - Monday, July 13, 1998 at 10:18:28 (EDT)

J80 SAILOR JUST LOOKING IN. AM INTERESTED IN A J80 FOR J92TRADE. MY BOAT IS SAIL #134, SECOND SEASON IN WATER, NEWCONDITION ON TRIAD TRAILER.
DAVE SONSTEGARD <DJSONS@MMMPCC.ORG>
HUDSON, WI USA - Saturday, July 11, 1998 at 13:07:12 (EDT)

J-92 hull 80 for sale, extensive sail inventory(11)includingsymetrical spinnaker,kvh sailcomp.(twodisplays),runnig backs(all harken equip.)with runnig tracks,faired keel,all pulpits were reinforced,traliler and many extras.
Guille Torruella <gjt@tld.net>
Bayamon, P.R. - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 22:43:36 (EDT)

Does anyone have a solution to stiff rudder bearingsshort of making a Harken conversion? I'm also looking forPHRF rating information for Lake Michigan. Derek Gauger, 313.317.6119.
Derek Gauger <derek.gauger@sdrc.com>
Ann Arbor, MI - Wednesday, July 01, 1998 at 09:10:00 (EDT)

This Class Association Website would love to display action shots of your J/92's. We now have our own scanner so there is no excuse to hold off any longer!!
Ian Mann <ianmann@ns.sympatico.ca>
Nova Scotia, CAN - Thursday, June 25, 1998 at 19:33:00 (EDT)

OWNER OF HULL 80 INTRESTED IN SELLING / MINT CONDITIONPHRF -EXTENSIVE SAIL INVENTORY /RUNNIG BACKS/ TRAILER /KVH INSTRUMENTS ETC.ETC.
guille torruella <guille@tld.net>
PR - Tuesday, June 09, 1998 at 20:13:12 (EDT)

We have recently acquired Charley Powell's J/92, Killer Puppy, hull #21. Please update the Owners Roster. Thank you
Jeff Britton <70714.163@compuserve.com>
West New York, NJ USA - Friday, June 05, 1998 at 14:36:45 (EDT)

Our French builder, J Composite has been busy with J/92 production, with 5-6 boats either recently shipped or to be shipped in the coming months. The French models incorporate some additional cruising items (like bow anchor locker) that were not included in the US. We're hoping lots of J/92 owners will be able to attend the North Americans in September. Notice of Race and Entry should be posted to this site within the next two weeks.
Jeff Johnstone <jeff@jboats.com>
- Friday, June 05, 1998 at 08:04:21 (EDT)

I am looking for any tuning tips or trimming tips that canbe given about the J/92. Any input would be appreicated.
Phil Gorman <gormhabs@aol.com>
Plattsburgh, NY USA - Thursday, June 04, 1998 at 21:33:23 (EDT)

Looking for any PHRF rating info. for boats sailing the original class configuration - thanks!
Walt Marti <marti@idx.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Monday, June 01, 1998 at 10:43:43 (EDT)

My crew and I wish to sail in the J-92 NA's in Newport this year. We are putting together this year's sailing schedule and have a couple of conflicts. We need to organize a charter boat for the regatta ASAP so that we can fully commit to travelling to Newport. If there is an owner out there who would like to charter his/her boat to some keen sailors from Singapore, please send me an email.
Keith Moore <moorek@cyberway.com.sg>
Singapore, na Singpore - Sunday, May 31, 1998 at 06:23:11 (EDT)

Very Useful site. Does anyone know if they are still producingJ92's in France. Where? at what price?
Harry Vogel <har.vogel@wxs.nl>
Almere, NL - Friday, May 29, 1998 at 18:03:19 (EDT)

Squeeze Bayou, hull #34, has just been purchased by Jason Khoury and is being shipped from Nashville TN to her new home here in San Diego, CA. This will bring the local fleet to 3 boats and give some competition to Speedy Gonzales and Air Boss. Squeeze Bayou will be renamed Travieso.
Rich Kling <rkling@ix.netcom.com>
- Tuesday, May 26, 1998 at 13:46:08 (EDT)

Squeeze Bayou, hull #34, has just been purchased by Jason Khoury and is being shipped from Nashville TN to her new home here in San Diego, CA. This will bring the local fleet to 3 boats and give some competition to Speedy Gonzales and Air Boss.
Rich Kling <rkling@ix.netcom.com>
- Tuesday, May 26, 1998 at 13:44:53 (EDT)

Not an owner (yet) but very interested. Nice site by the way, as nice as the J92 I presume.
Peter Ophof <pophof@wxs.nl>
3231 VJ Brielle, Netherlands, The Netherlands - Monday, May 25, 1998 at 10:51:55 (EDT)

Hi fellow J/92 sailors. Anyone want to get some discussiongoing around the following questions: For those of you sailing handicap fleets with a 150% genoa ... What is the optimal crossover to the 100% jib? 15 true? 18 true? More?Less? Any opinions?
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS CAN - Sunday, May 24, 1998 at 21:57:54 (EDT)

Hello J-92 fans,I am very curious if there is any used J-92 for sale here in Europe. If there is, please contact. My e-mail adress is bart.dekker@worldonline.nl. Thank you!Kind regards,Bart DekkerHolland
Bart Dekker <bart.dekker@worldonline.nl>
Vleuten, Holland - Saturday, May 23, 1998 at 05:15:35 (EDT)

Hello,Our blue J92 Juliet is sailing across the Dutch estuaria.
Wielaard <106474.1157@compuserve.com>
Numansdorp, ZH NL - Friday, May 22, 1998 at 14:52:16 (EDT)

I crew on hull #007. I a having problems with our NKE electronic package.We do not have depth or boat speed. The read out has ---- for both depth and speed.I have checked the all wiring and all connectors to and from the transducers and the black interface box.I have openned the black box and it looks ok , no broken wires or damage to the pc board.I need help.thanks, fast sailing
bill marois <borg@bizinter.net>
st. petersburg, fl usa - Saturday, May 16, 1998 at 21:16:24 (EDT)

I am the owner of j92 hull #2, in the Middle East and will forward some photos of some of our successes soon
Glywn Rowlands <growland@emirates.net.ae>
UAE - Monday, May 11, 1998 at 10:06:26 (EDT)

Nice page would like to learn more about the boat
Chris Duer <->
mentor, OH USA - Tuesday, May 05, 1998 at 20:10:28 (EDT)

A crew from Singapore is interested in chartering a J/92 for the N.A.'s.(September 11,12, and 13. 1998 in Newport, RI). If you would consider chartering your boat, please contact me. Margo Taylor, (J/92 Quetzal), emtesq@aol.com, (o) (212) 856-9090..
Margo Taylor <emtesq@aol.com>
New York 10022, NY USA - Wednesday, April 29, 1998 at 12:43:43 (EDT)

I would appreciate CHS rating information. Anyone can help ?Fax number is 34.93.268 22 58
Eduardo Galofre <galofre.gfe@mx3.redestb.es>
Barcelona 08003, Spain - Wednesday, April 29, 1998 at 07:28:50 (EDT)

Just a quick note, I just got back from the Newport to Ensenada race last weekend. The J-Boats turned in a SUPERB performance. Speedy Gonzalez, J-92 won her class, J-105's did really well (Snoopy finishing 98th overall), and the J-120's did fantastic in the ULDB class. If anyone is interested in the race results, send me a note and I will get the specific information. Just another testimony of how great these boats are!
Jason Khoury <jkhoury@psfllc.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at 16:04:14 (EDT)

I am looking for a well equipped, PHRF or even one design race rigged J-92. If anyone is aware of a 92 for sale, please contact me. Please include sail inventory, electronics and other specifications of the sailbot. Thanks a lot. Jason Khoury
Jason Khoury <jkhoury@psfllc.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Tuesday, April 28, 1998 at 15:59:42 (EDT)

J-92 YAMON, hull #6 is for sale. No longer raced. Lots of TLC since acquisition in Oct. '96. Cruising gear includes telescoping swim ladder, Dutchman sail flaking, over boom sun awning, 4 sails - main, jib, 150 genoa and asymetrical spinnaker. Call Bob Sittle @ 903.465.6330 or e:mail me.
addison terry <addison@cyberramp.net>
denison, tx - Sunday, April 26, 1998 at 22:45:29 (EDT)

Sorry we have been having trouble with the "Forum"Please resubmit your entries since April 1, 1998
Ian Mann <ianmann@ns.sympatico.ca>
- Thursday, April 23, 1998 at 20:09:31 (EDT)

Colin, Glad to hear you've taken over the web site !! Count me in for the J/92 NA's in Newport.
Steve Small <ssmall@crossroads.com>
mansfield, ma usa - Wednesday, April 01, 1998 at 16:58:22 (EST)

Where can I find out about 92's for sale? Do owners ever list them here, or must I talk to a Broker? AARGH!
Salty Bob <clevelinc@aol.co.>
Southport, , CT USA - Wednesday, April 01, 1998 at 10:56:44 (EST)

Thank you for a very intersting web-site. See you again soon. Brgds J.M. Christensen, Naval architect
J.M. Christensen <bimer.jmc@get2net.dk>
Kerteminde, DK - Tuesday, March 31, 1998 at 15:55:54 (EST)

Does anyone know of a Shoal Draft J/92 for sale? Please email me if you do. Thanks.
Jeff Britton <70714.163@compuserve.com>
West New York, NJ USA - Tuesday, March 31, 1998 at 10:36:54 (EST)

I'm very interested about J 92, please send me all the information about the boat'speed with 155% genoa :
Piero Santi <piero.pierino@iol.it>
Trieste, Italy - Monday, March 30, 1998 at 05:00:57 (EST)

interested in purchasing a j92, whats out there for sale?
Terry Mckenna <bagel@pei.sympatico.ca>
charlottetown, - Sunday, March 22, 1998 at 11:17:39 (EST)

Hi fellow J/92 Owners! I have, in conjuction with my brother, offered to take over management of the J/92 Class Association website. The first order of business is to pass on, on behalf of all J/92 Owners, our thanks to Topher Wurts and Chuck Henderson, who were responsible for designing the site and getting it up and running. They should be proud of a great looking site!! Look for the site to be updated soon. I will attempt to catch up on changes to the owners' list and will review all the entries in the guest book to date. If you know of any further changes or submissions please email them to me. In addition, we will be posting information about the NA's scheduled for the fall as soon as it becomes available. If you have any stories, tips, items for the website please send them along.
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 - Saturday, March 21, 1998 at 13:22:55 (EST)

Enjoyed the website. Past owner of j24 and j29.
G. Wiley Wakeman <wwakeman@tabor.pvt.k12.ma.us>
Marion, MA - Thursday, March 19, 1998 at 13:02:34 (EST)

It's official ! Have heard from Jeff Johnstone and Topher Wurts that the 1998 J/92 NORTH AMERICANS will be held in Newport, RI on September 11, 12 and 13, 1998 , together with the J/105 NA's. We hope to get a large turnout of J/92's. If there is even a possiblility that you might be able to attend, please contact me or Topher to discuss it further. Also. if you can't make it, is there any chance that you would charter your boat to a J/92 European crew? Let's make this the best J/92 event ever ! Margo Taylor (J/92 Quetzal, hull no. 67) emtesq@aol.com (o) (212) 856-9090 (h) (212) 980-3549
Margo Taylor <emtesq@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, March 18, 1998 at 16:53:07 (EST)

please add us in your owners list boat name is MISCHIEF hull # 007
Frank Venezio <none>
St. Petersburg, fl usa - Sunday, March 15, 1998 at 11:30:02 (EST)

Bonjour ! Je suis heureux de vous annoncer la naissance d'un tout nouveau J 92 : MAJOR TOM. Mise à l'eau en mars 98 en Normandie, premiere course importante CERVANTES TROPHY (RORC) puis COWES WEEK. A bientot sur l'eau ? Cordialement Fabrice
Fabrice TROPRES <ftropres@mail.cpod.fr>
CRESSERONS, FRA - Sunday, March 08, 1998 at 12:04:45 (EST)

I'm thinking up updating my spinaker inventory and I'm curious about what size kites other people have in their inventory. Are other people's spinnakers full class size? My current ones are both smaller than full class size.
Colin Mann <cgmann@auracom.com>
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 - Sunday, March 08, 1998 at 10:39:01 (EST)

For Sale - J-92 Spinnakers (2) - Both Schurr - .6 Poly Like New (used 1 regatta), .75 in good condition. Email or call 510-523-5290.
Walt Marti <marti@idx.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Saturday, March 07, 1998 at 13:42:21 (EST)

please update to owner list, hull #45
Steven M. Hain <smhain@aol.com>
Garland, TX - Saturday, March 07, 1998 at 13:24:55 (EST)

Elco <elconummer1@hotmail.com>
NL - Wednesday, February 18, 1998 at 09:17:44 (EST)

I RECENTLY BOUGHT TURBULENCE , #66 , FROM MARK EDDINGTON. WE RACE OUT OF HARBOR ISLAND YACHT CLUB , ON OLD HICKORY LAKE. WE ARE INTERESTED IN TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES , SINCE WE HAVE A TRAILER.
BROCK SHORT <brockdshort@worldnet.att.net>
NASHVILLE, TN - Tuesday, February 17, 1998 at 16:21:03 (EST)

WANTED: Someone to help with the J/92 web site and Organizers for J/92 North Americans in fall '98 in Annapolis MD. Please e-mail me.
Topher Wurts <twurts@netreach.net>
- Monday, February 09, 1998 at 21:11:36 (EST)

Hull #35 For Sale. 1993, Trailer, Fresh racing inventory, Many extras. Call or email for details. 313.317.6119 days, 734.668.2977 eves.
Derek Gauger <derek.gauger@sdrc.com>
Ann Arbor, MI - Friday, January 30, 1998 at 14:09:53 (EST)

Dear J-92 Class Association, I was wondering if we can have a link to our web site on the J-92 Class Associations site. I also have a picture of a J-92 sitting on one of our custom J-92 Triad Trailers if that would help. Anything you can do for us would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely yours, Michael Orro Vice President
Triad Trailers, Ltd. <triadtrls@aol.com>
New Milford, CT - Tuesday, January 20, 1998 at 11:11:24 (EST)

On the resale front, I've been monitoring the '92s closely. At present few boats seem to be turning over and prices have been rather stable over the last eighteen months, probably owing to the unique charecteristics of this boat. There's a definite demographic for '92 owners and there seem to be few other choices. As for the J/90 (or for that matter the J/125 I think it is) these are very different boats and don't seem to fit the profile as a replacement for their more comfortable and less radical siblings. The slow production of the '92s in the US seems to be a result of the crowded 30' market segment and the lack of promotion of the boat by J/Boats, probably owing to the expansive list of boats in the current line up. One thing we do know from experience, if you pick the '92 you're likely to fall rather hard for the boat and what a lot of fun it is!
Topher Wurts <twurts @ netreach.net>
- Monday, January 19, 1998 at 01:11:30 (EST)

Looking for any/all suggestons on rig tuning (mast butt/deck placement, headstay length, shroud tension, etc. Thanks in advance.
Walt Marti <marti@idx.com>
Alameda, CA USA - Monday, January 19, 1998 at 00:22:05 (EST)

Totally unrelated to sailing...curious to know if Jim Stansbury is of the same family tree as me. If interested, Jim, please contact me via e-mail. Tx.
Dana Pinsky <larsen_stansbury@msn.com>
Long Beach, CA U - Sunday, January 11, 1998 at 00:21:41 (EST)

In my research for a used (or new) J-80, 92, or 105 it has come to my attention that the J-92 is practically out of production, being replaced by the J-90. If it is true, I have serious concerns over the potential resale of a future investment. How about some discussion from the experienced J sailors out there?
Bruce Bendure <MomVan@aol.com or reply to>
Milford, MI USA - Sunday, January 04, 1998 at 09:14:06 (EST)

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