The arctic weather that had embraced the northeastern US for most of February broke just in time for the 10th J Boats Midwinter Rendezvous, held at Pearson Composites, in Warren, RI on March 3rd. Over 300 J owners and sailors ushered in the sailing season with a fun day of seminars, factory tours, and the first stateside look at the new 40’ J/122. The Rendezvous, open to all J owners, offers a rare opportunity for owners to speak with designers, engineers, craftsmen and major equipment providers for their boat; all in a casual, low-key setting. “It’s as much social as it is educational, with owners reconnecting and coordinating summer cruising and racing plans; like a family reunion every March,” said Jeff Johnstone, J Boats president. Workshops were led by Hall Spars, Edson Int’l, Harken, North Sails, Mack Boring and J Boats. Pearson Composites performed a live SCRIMP molding demonstration and the Cohen family shared their insights on family cruising. The 2008 J Boats Midwinter Rendezvous is slated for Saturday March 2, 2008.
Sunday, March 11, 2007
J Owners Catch Spring Fever
The arctic weather that had embraced the northeastern US for most of February broke just in time for the 10th J Boats Midwinter Rendezvous, held at Pearson Composites, in Warren, RI on March 3rd. Over 300 J owners and sailors ushered in the sailing season with a fun day of seminars, factory tours, and the first stateside look at the new 40’ J/122. The Rendezvous, open to all J owners, offers a rare opportunity for owners to speak with designers, engineers, craftsmen and major equipment providers for their boat; all in a casual, low-key setting. “It’s as much social as it is educational, with owners reconnecting and coordinating summer cruising and racing plans; like a family reunion every March,” said Jeff Johnstone, J Boats president. Workshops were led by Hall Spars, Edson Int’l, Harken, North Sails, Mack Boring and J Boats. Pearson Composites performed a live SCRIMP molding demonstration and the Cohen family shared their insights on family cruising. The 2008 J Boats Midwinter Rendezvous is slated for Saturday March 2, 2008.