Ruling on Mast Specification Issued The ISAF has confirmed approval of the specification change by J Boats to change the Sparloft mast finish to all anodized, for the reasons of increased durability and lower maintenance. This is now the standard spar for U.S. and Italian builders. Ultimate Marine Group J/22 World Championship Fleet 55 and the Rochester Yacht Club are well along with preparations for the J/22 World Championship this August 17-24. Our organizing committee has put together what we believe will be a fun, affordable and memorable event. See information on the website. continued >> J/22 Vying for Olympic Selection The J/22 is being considered as the equipment for the Women’s Match Race Event in the 2012 Olympics. J/22 Class President Chris Doyle led a team in providing an official bid to the ISAF, which will be reviewed over the next several months. The official selection will not be made public until November, but in the meantime, Class members are welcome to view a summary of the proposal. pages 1-3, pages 4-6, pages 7-9 Texans Rule Midwinter Championship in Lone Star State Terry Flynn narrowly defeated fellow-Texan Scott Young to capture victory at the 2008 Genesta J/22 Midwinter Championship. Held from March 14-16, favorable conditions allowed for eight races at Rush Creek Yacht Club in Heath, TX. Competitors from the home state placed in eight of the top 10 positions, with Chris Doyle of NY and Steven Lowery of IL filling in the other two prestigious slots. continued >> Great New J/22 Store Products Support the J/22 Class and show your pride with a purchase at the J/22 Store.  We've just added some great new items that will work great on a sailing weekend or just for hanging out on land.  Click here to see our selection of hats, visors and t-shirts or hit the J/22 Store button in the right column.

2008 Regattas June 7-8 - Mentor Regatta at Mentor Harbor YC June 14-15 – Billy Bowlegs Regatta at Fort Walton YC, FL June 21-22 – Cleveland Race Week One Design at Edgewater YC July 19-20 - Eastern Great Lakes Championship/Raw Bar Regatta at Buffalo YC July 26-27 – Level Regatta at Youngstown, NY August 2-3 – Dillon Open at Dillon Reservoir, Dillon, CO August 16 – Worlds “Tune-up” Regatta at Rochester YC August 19-24 - J/22 World Championship Rochester, New York, USA Sept 13-14 – Watkins Cup Regatta at Kentucky Lake SC , Grand Rivers , KY Sept 19-21 – Lake George Open/NE District Championship Diamond Point, NY Oct 11-12 – Halloween Regatta at Augusta SC, Evans , GA Oct 18-19 – Equalizer Regatta at Percy Priest YC, Nashville , TN See complete calendar