Question 1

What are the specs of the J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

The J/29 MH has the following specifications: 29.5ft LOA, 11ft beam, 5.6ft draft, 6,000lb displacement, 2,100lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the J/29 MH and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by J Boats Tillotson Pearson (USA), designed by Rodney S. Johnstone, first built in 1982, with production ending in 1987, 298 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the J/29 MH good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The J/29 MH is classified as a Racer/Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 14.43, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.43, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

The J/29 MH has a sail area to displacement ratio of 21.87, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 171.43, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a J/29 MH is estimated at $1.3K – $3.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a J/29 MH per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the J/29 MH (29.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.3K – $3.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 29.5ft boat: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $4K to $23K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the J/29 MH (29.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,300-$14,200/year. California: $5,000-$12,400/year. Massachusetts: $3,700-$8,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. New York: $3,700-$10,300/year + $1,200 winter storage. Maryland: $3,500-$6,400/year. Texas: $2,100-$6,400/year. Washington: $4,200-$9,200/year. Michigan: $2,100-$4,500/year + $1,200 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,200-$6,400/year. South Carolina: $4,600-$8,900/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 8

What are the common problems with the J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 6 issues reported for the J/29 MH by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, deck, structural, rigging, 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/29 MH.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

When buying a J/29 MH, SailPages.com has compiled 6 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, deck, structural, rigging, 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/29 MH includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the J/29 MH?

Accepted Answer

The J/29 MH has the following rig dimensions: I=40ft (foretriangle height), J=12ft (foretriangle base), P=35ft (mainsail luff), E=12ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 466.8 sq ft. Jib area: 240 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the J/29 MH compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The J/29 MH is classified as a Racer/Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 29.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 14.43, capsize ratio 2.43, SA/disp 21.87. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	29.5 ft
LWL	25 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	5.6 ft
Displacement	6,000 lb
Ballast	2,100 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	40 ft
Jforetriangle base	12 ft
Pmainsail luff	35 ft
Emainsail foot	12 ft
FLforestay	12 ft
Mainsail	466.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	240 sq ft
Spinnaker	408 sq ft

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