2018 PHRF Handicaps for J/Boats Models
May 14, 2018 The relative speed of various models of J/Boats is listed below in seconds per nautical mile. The table shows relative predicted speed of each model compared to one of eight “control” J/Boats, each in a different speed range, whose actual performance has become widely known in many PHRF areas over many years. The “control” J/Boats used in this comparison are the J/44, J/122, J/35, J/29 (Masthead outboard), J/80, J92, J/30 and J/24. Assumptions are that: 1. Except where noted as “One Design”, each model conforms to all local PHRF definitions of an unmodified “base boat” with a base 155% genoa (depending on local regulations). 2. Maximum spinnaker size (without penalty) conforms to local PHRF regulations defining base spinnaker size, except where One Design definition of spinnaker size accompanies the speed prediction shown in the table below. 3. Wind strength averaging ten knots is used to predict relative speed. Because most J/Boats have similar characteristics in different wind strengths, this is a valid way to predict speed differences versus one of the “control” boats over a wide wind range. 4. PHRF numbers are recommended for each boat relative to the “Control” boat listed, based on two separate types of courses. 5. Crew Weight: Our rating recommendations for PHRF numbers for J/Boats models designated as One Design DO NOT include crew weight limits. It is assumed that PHRF crew weight limits, if any, shall apply equally to all types of boats racing in a given PHRF area, and that One Design designation only applies to the boat, rig and sails. Therefore One Design Class Rules regarding crew weight should not apply when racing PHRF if these rating recommendations are used. PHRF ratings of the “control” J/Boats may vary somewhat from one PHRF area to another. The PHRF numbers shown are what seem to be typical for these boats nationally. If the PHRF number shown here is different for the applicable “control” boat in your area, apply the difference to the relative rating of the J/Boat you are handicapping. For instance, if the J/35 rates 66 in your area rather than 72, as shown on the attached table, the number for the J/Boat you are rating would be six s/m less than what is shown. If you have specific questions or would like to discuss these recommendations further please contact either Alan or Rod Johnstone by completing an inquiry form (in the top or bottom menu) or by calling the J/Boats office directly at 401-846-8410. |
Boat Model | Rig & Configuration | Control Boat | Special Notes | Triangular | WWD/LWD |
J/145 | Carbon mast | J44 | 8.5' sprit, rf, 256 sqm Asail | -18 | -15 |
J/125 | Carbon mast | J44 | 8.5' sprit, rf, 175 sqm Asail | -3 | 0 |
J/160 | Deep Draft, carbon mast | J44 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 265 sqm Asail | -3 | 3 |
J/160 | 7' draft, carbon mast | J44 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 265 sqm Asail | 3 | 12 |
J/133 | Standard | J44 | 6.75' sprit, rf, 186 sqm Asail | 18 | 24 |
J/121 | no WBallast, carbon spar, PHRF max crew | J122 | std sprit, rf, 155 sqm Asail | 21 | 24 |
J/121 | WBallast, carbon spar, PHRF max crew (less 4) | J122 | std sprit, rf, 155 sqm Asail | 21 | 24 |
J/130 | Carbon mast | J44 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 200 sqm Asail | 21 | 24 |
J/130 | 6'9" draft, carbon mast | J44 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 200 sqm Asail | 27 | 33 |
J/44 | One Design, aluminum mast | CONTROL | 27 | 27 | |
J/122, J/122E | One-Design, carbon mast | CONTROL | 7.0' sprit, rf, 155 sqm Asail, 110% Jib | 30 | 33 |
J/124 | 7' draft, carbon mast | J44 | No sprit, rf, 120 sqm Asail | 36 | 39 |
J/44 | 6.5' shoal draft | J44 | UFO keel | 36 | 42 |
J/46 | 7.6' draft | J44 | No sprit, rf, 170 sqm Asail | 33 | 39 |
J/46 | 6.0' shoal draft | J44 | No sprit, rf, 170 sqm Asail | 48 | 54 |
J/111 | One Design, carbon mast | J44 | 8.0' sprit, 130 sqm Asail, 106% Jib | 39 | 42 |
J/90 | Carbon mast | J35 | 7.3' sprit, 112 sqm Asail | 51 | 51 |
J/39 | Aluminum mast | J35 | 51 | 51 | |
J/120 | Carbon mast | J35 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 165 sqm Asail | 51 | 54 |
J/120 | 5.75' shoal draft | J35 | 7.0' sprit, rf, 165 sqm Asail | 57 | 63 |
J/112E | PHRF base 6.9' draft, aluminum mast | J35 | 6.7' sprit, rf | 60 | 63 |
J/41 IOR | Aluminum mast | J35 | various rig config, forward lead removed | 66 | 66 |
J/37 | Standard Draft, aluminum mast | J35 | 69 | 69 | |
J/37 | 5.2' shoal draft | J35 | UFO keel | 84 | 90 |
J/109 | PHRF base, aluminum mast | J35 | 5.5' sprit, rf, 155% genoa,121 sqm Asail | 69 | 72 |
J/35 | One Design, aluminum mast | CONTROL | 72 | 72 | |
J/109 | One Design, aluminum mast | J35 | 5.5' sprit, rf, 108 sqm Asail | 78 | 81 |
J/42 | 6.5' draft, carbon mast | J35 | No sprit, rf, 140 sqm Asail off bow | 81 | 87 |
J/42 | 5.4' draft | J35 | No sprit, rf, 140 sqm Asail off bow | 90 | 96 |
J/105 | PHRF base, aluminum mast | J35 | 5.5' sprit, rf, 110 sqm Asail | 81 | 84 |
J/105 | One Design | J35 | 100% jib, 5.5' sprit, 89 sqm Asail | 90 | 96 |
J/100 | PHRF base, carbon mast | J35 | No sprit, rf, 80 sqm Asail off bow | 81 | 87 |
J/100 | One Design, carbon mast | J35 | 100% jib, rf, 80 sqm Asail off bow | 90 | 96 |
J/105 | Shoal Draft | ******* | Add 6 sec/mile to any of J105 standard versions | ** | |
J/40 | 6.5' draft, aluminum mast | J35 | 84 | 90 | |
J/40 | 5.4' draft | J35 | UFO keel | 93 | 99 |
J/33 | One Design | J35 | 81 | 81 | |
J/36 | One Design | J35 | 81 | 84 | |
J/88 | One Design | J92 | 105% LP jib, 95 sqm Asail | 84 | 87 |
J/110 | 6.0' draft carbon mast | J35 | 5.5' sprit, rf, 140 sqm Asail | 93 | 99 |
J/35c | 6.5' draft aluminum mast | J35 | 96 | 96 | |
J/108 | PHRF base, alu mast. 4.0' draft, keel/centerboard | J35 | 1.6' fixed sprit, 97 sqm Asail | 96 | 102 |
J/92s | One Design, aluminum mast | J29MO | 5.5' sprit, rf, 85 sqm Asail | 99 | 102 |
J/97 & J/97E | PHRF Base, aluminum mast | J29MO | Standard sprit, 106%LP & 112 sq.m. A-sail | 105 | 102 |
J/92 | PHRF Base, aluminum mast | CONTROL | 5.5' sprit, rf, 91 sqm Asail | 105 | 108 |
J/95 | PHRF Base, alu mast. 3.5' draft, keel/centerboard | J29MO | 4.6' sprit, 83 sqm Asail | 108 | 111 |
J/29 m/o | One Design | CONTROL | Masthead, outboard version | 111 | 111 |
J29 f/o | One Design | J29MO | Fractional outb'd, 12.5' SPL, 163% genoa | 114 | 114 |
J29 f/o | PHRF Base | J29MO | Fractional outb'd, 11.5' SPL, | 120 | 120 |
J29 | Inboard Versions | Add 6 s/m to equivalent outboard version | |||
J34c | 5.4' draft, aluminum mast | J29MO | UFO keel | 114 | 120 |
J34 IOR | 3/4 tonner, aluminum mast | J29MO | Inside IOR lead forward of bkhd removed | 114 | 114 |
J/80 | PHRF base, aluminum mast | J29MO | 6.5' sprit, rf, 65 sqm Asail | 114 | 117 |
J/70 | One Design | J80 | One Design rig and sails | 117 | 120 |
J/80 | One Design, aluminum mast | CONTROL | 6.5' sprit, rf, 65 sqm Asail | 120 | 123 |
J/27 | One Design, aluminum mast | J29MO | 120 | 120 | |
J/32 | 6.0' draft, aluminum mast | J30OD | No Sprit, rf, 70 sqm Asail | 126 | 132 |
J/32 | 4.75' draft | J30OD | No Sprit, rf, 70 sqm Asail | 132 | 138 |
J/30 | One Design | CONTROL | 163% genoa, 12.5' Pole, 22.5' SMW | 138 | 138 |
J/30 | PHRF Base | J30OD | 11.5' pole | 144 | 144 |
J/28 | 5.0' draft, aluminum mast | J24OD | 171 | 177 | |
J/24 | One Design | CONTROL | 171 | 171 | |
J/22 | PHRF Base | J24OD | 9.0' SPL | 177 | 177 |
J/22 | One Design | J24OD | 9.0' SPL, class jib | 183 | 183 |