J-80 UK Class Association

Travelling to events really helps to improve ones sailing but the down side is that you have to get the mast up and down. This seems quite daunting but with the correct preparation and practice it should not be.
The mast can be stepped with a gin pole. J Boats will sell an assembled [...]

Most of the time when you will be lifting your J80 there will be a crane operator who will operate the crane so this article will concentrate on how to get your boat ready.
A secure lifting strop is essential, J Boats sell one which is guaranteed for the weight of the boat. The lifting point [...]