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McMichael Yacht Brokers and J/Boats: A Winning History

McMichael is recognized across the country as one of the leading experts on J/Boats, as both a dealer and a service yard. Our history with J goes back to 1977, when we were one of the first dealers for the J/24, selling over 100 boats in the first two years. The relationship with J/Boats grew as the J/30, J/35, J/105 and other successful designs were released.

“McMichael Yacht Brokers has been an integral part of the J/Boats family since the introduction of the J/24 in 1977. Their enthusiasm, product knowledge and consistent commitment to service has earned them a loyal following across the J community and in particular, Western Long Island Sound, home of many active J fleets.”

- Jeff Johnstone, President, J/Boats

Our reputation as a premier J/Boat dealer came out of our commitment to the racing community and our own experience on the race course- something that continued through the dawn of the J/105, when McMichael was instrumental in setting up one of the most successful 35-foot keelboat classes ever.
 
We continue to be one of the top J/Boat dealers worldwide. When the flagship J/122 was released in 2007, we sold 7 of these 40′ racer-cruisers and prepared 5 of them to race in a one-design class in the Newport Bermuda race. We oversaw the first custom J/95 with a deep keel and have been working with J/Boats on the new retractable-sprit configuration of the J/100. 

Whether you’re interested in joining the growing J/80 One Design class or trying out the new J/111 speedster, McMichael can help you find the perfect J/Boat for your needs. 

J/Boats for Cruising

At McMichael, we have just as many clients who cruise their J/Boats as race them. Sailors who appreciate the ease of sailing and performance of a J enjoy the same qualities for cruising, whether it’s in a J/30 or a J/160. Boats such as the J/40, J/42 and J/160 have circumnavigated, and one of McMichael’s own clients sailed his J/46 Aragorn around the world in a voyage documented at www.yachtaragorn.com. If you’re ready to take your cruising to the next level, talk to a McMichael broker today!