Rigging Dimensions
The four foretriangle measurements sailmakers need to quote a new suit.
I ?
31.50 ft
J ?
9.50 ft
P ?
30.00 ft
E ?
12.50 ft
Sail Area Breakdown
Calculated from rigging dimensions. Use these as your starting point when ordering a new suit.
| Sail | Area (ft²) | Area (m²) |
|---|---|---|
| MainsailP × E ÷ 2 | 187.5 | 17.4 |
| 100% ForetriangleI × J ÷ 2 | 149.6 | 13.9 |
| 150% GenoaTypical light-air headsail | 224.4 | 20.9 |
| Storm Jib~50% of foretriangle, high-cut | 74.8 | 7.0 |
| Symmetric SpinnakerEstimated from I, J | 538.7 | 50.0 |
| Total Working Sail AreaMain + 100% foretriangle | 337.1 | 31.3 |
Foretriangle Diagram
Drawn to scale from published I, J, P, E measurements — Fractional Sloop · Rodney S. Johnstone design
Performance Ratios
How the J80 carries its sail relative to its displacement.
SA/D Ratio
26.7
Performance-oriented — carries a lot of sail for its weight.
Mast Height (above DWL)
— ft
Air draft not published — measure yours before any bridge transit.
Ballast Ratio
48%
Race-oriented ballast ratio — stiff and powerful.
Typical Sail Inventory
What J80 owners usually carry and what's worth buying used vs. new.
Mainsail 187.5 ft²
Dacron cross-cut with 2 reef points is standard. Full-batten is a common upgrade.
Replace new
150% Genoa 224.4 ft²
The workhorse headsail. Most boats have one on a furler by now.
Replace new
110% Working Jib ~165 ft²
Good secondary sail for breezy days — used market is strong.
Buy used
Storm Jib 74.8 ft²
Bright orange recommended. Rarely used, hard to justify new.
Buy used
Asymmetric Spinnaker ~539 ft²
Popular downwind upgrade — easier than symmetric for shorthanded sailing.
Optional
Replacement Cost Estimator
Get a rough price range for a new mainsail and genoa for the J80 — Dacron, laminate, and cruising performance tiers.