J/109

Requirements to rent this boat:
ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing
ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising
ASA 102 Sportboat Certification
High Wind Endorsement
ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising
ASA Docking Inboard

We have two J/105 sailboats for rental: Racer-X and Wonder. Racer-X is available through our bareboat program, while Wonder is part of our timeshare program. Renowned worldwide, J/105s are exceptional sailboats that perform brilliantly in all conditions across the San Francisco Bay. They are the perfect choice for those seeking an exhilarating experience in the Central Bay or a leisurely escape with family and friends.


• 35-feet
• Holds up to 6 passengers
• Furling Jib
• Two Mainsail Reefs 
• Self-Tailing Winches
• Able to Handle 30+ knots of Wind
• Bathroom

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6 Person  J/105  3 hours

• 3 hours w/skipper

• Fast, Fun and Safe
 

6 Person  J/105  4 hours

• 4 hours w/skipper

• Fast, Fun and Safe
 

J/109 Sailboat – Performance, Simplicity, and Bay-Proven Design

The J/109 has earned a strong reputation on San Francisco Bay as one of the best all-around performance cruiser/racers in the 35-foot range. Fast enough to be competitive in Bay racing, yet comfortable enough for weekend cruising, the J/109 strikes a rare balance between speed, stability, and practicality.

Designed by J/Boats, the J/109 features a long waterline, deep fin keel, carbon retractable bowsprit, and asymmetric spinnaker system that deliver excellent performance in the Bay’s typical 15–30 knot conditions. The boat accelerates quickly, tracks confidently upwind, and remains remarkably stable when sailing short-handed or with family aboard. Its responsive helm and balanced sail plan make it especially well suited for the steep chop, strong afternoon breeze, and demanding currents found on San Francisco Bay. ([J Boats][1])

Unlike many pure race boats, the J/109 also offers a practical and comfortable interior with two private cabins, standing headroom, a functional galley, navigation station, and enclosed head. Whether you are sailing out of Sausalito, Berkeley, Alameda, or South Beach Harbor, the boat easily transitions from competitive Wednesday night racing to relaxed weekends cruising Angel Island, Half Moon Bay, or the Delta. ([J Boats][1])

On the race course, the J/109 performs exceptionally well under PHRF and offshore handicap systems, making it a popular choice for local regattas, coastal races, and Bay-area offshore events. The boat has proven itself internationally in major offshore competitions and continues to maintain a loyal owner community worldwide. ([J Boats][1])

At approximately 35 feet long with a generous 11.5-foot beam and a powerful yet manageable sail plan, the J/109 delivers the excitement and responsiveness sailors expect from a J/Boat while remaining approachable for owner-operators and smaller crews. ([Good Old Boat][2])

For San Francisco Bay sailors looking for one boat that can race hard, sail offshore, entertain guests, and still cruise comfortably with family and friends, the J/109 remains one of the most versatile and respected choices on the water.

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Here's a video of our J/105... Wonder!