More Fun in a Modern J/7 Fleet
Except for J/BOATS Dealer Bulletin #1058 on October 8, 2025
“With the recent news that Sail Newport was upgrading their J/22 fleet to J/7s, and the immediate and growing demand from other community sailing programs and yacht clubs to replace their aging keelboats, it’s timely to make people aware of successful funding strategies that have helped cash-strapped organizations fulfill their missions.
New boats create buzz. The right boat can revitalize programming, membership, and the entire organization. Two weeks ago, we had hundreds of Sail Newport members on the docks at Newport Boat Show, and the level of J/7 excitement was off the charts. Next summer, 16-18 boats will be racing every Tuesday and Wednesday night – the 14 Sail Newport boats, plus 3-4 new owners inspired by the fleet.
Fleet #1 initiative in Charleston, SC. It’s fleet-building with two missions - low-key one-design fun and giving back to the sport of sailing. It’s win-win, and the funding strategy is viable for almost any organization.”