The Pearson Flyer: The J/24 That’s Taking The World By Storm
Pearson flyer is a 9. 1 m monohull sailboat designed by william shaw and built by pearson yachts between 1981 and 1983. The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can. Recognized as an international class by world sailing, the j/24 has been selected for use in nearly every major international championship, including the panam games, world sailing. A restored 1982 pearson flyer with new deck, interior, new stern with swim platform, new galley and head, plus replacement diesel makes this one of the best values on the market. Jun 14, 2000 · the j/24’s phrf rating ranges from 165 to 174, depending on the handicapper.
From the beginning, the design parameters were high performance and low price. Weight is slow and expensive. So, if you don't want to pay an arm and a leg for high performance, this is your. Here was a boat with a simple rig, an uncomplicated deck layout and a minimum of frills. Traditionally, loa (length over all) equaled hull length. Today, many builders use loa to include rail overhangs, bowsprits, etc. And lod (length on deck) for hull. J/24 to help cover startup costs. Aug 29, 2004 · a pearson flyer just joined our fleet this summer. I have to disagree with the comment that the specs are close to a j30. In my opinion the specs are closer to a j29 which.
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In my opinion the specs are closer to a j29 which.
