Question 1

What are the specs of the J/22?

Accepted Answer

The J/22 has the following specifications: 22.5ft LOA, 8ft beam, 3.8ft draft, 1,790lb displacement, 661.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a J/22 cost?

Accepted Answer

The J/22 has an average asking price of $9,117, with prices ranging from $3,900 to $13,500 based on 6 listings.

Question 3

Who built the J/22 and when was it made?

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Built by J Boats Tillotson Pearson (USA), designed by Rodney S. Johnstone, first built in 1983.

Question 4

Is the J/22 good for offshore sailing?

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The J/22 is classified as a Daysailer. It has a comfort ratio of 8.64, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.64, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the J/22?

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The J/22 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 24.26, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 116.5, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a J/22?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a J/22 is estimated at $800 – $2.0K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a J/22 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the J/22 (22.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $800 – $2.0K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $100-$150/year (based on $9,117 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 22.5ft boat: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $16K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a J/22?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the J/22 (22.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,100-$10,800/year. California: $3,800-$9,500/year. Massachusetts: $2,800-$6,300/year + $900 winter storage. New York: $2,800-$7,900/year + $900 winter storage. Maryland: $2,700-$4,900/year. Texas: $1,600-$4,900/year. Washington: $3,200-$7,000/year. Michigan: $1,600-$3,500/year + $900 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,400-$4,900/year. South Carolina: $3,500-$6,800/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the J/22?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the J/22 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in keel, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the J/22.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a J/22?

Accepted Answer

When buying a J/22, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across keel. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the J/22 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the J/22?

Accepted Answer

The J/22 has the following rig dimensions: I=24.6ft (foretriangle height), J=8.6ft (foretriangle base), P=26ft (mainsail luff), E=9ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 232.1 sq ft. Jib area: 105.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the J/22 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The J/22 is classified as a Daysailer by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 22.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 8.64, capsize ratio 2.64, SA/disp 24.26, average price $9,117. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	22.5 ft
LWL	19 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	3.8 ft
Displacement	1,790 lb
Ballast	661.4 lb
Material	22’ 6”6.85 m
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	5.8 kn

Iforetriangle height	24.6 ft
Jforetriangle base	8.6 ft
Pmainsail luff	26 ft
Emainsail foot	9 ft
FLforestay	8.6 ft
Mainsail	232.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	105.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	179.8 sq ft

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