J Class (yacht)
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The J Class of racing yachts were built to the specifications of Nathanael Herreshoff's Universal Rule. The J Class is considered the apex of the era when the Universal Rule determined eligibility in
J Class yachts Velsheda, Topaz and Svea downwind legs
Crew lining the gunwale of J Class yacht Ranger
Rainbow and Velsheda racing at the J Class Solent regatta, 2012
The J Class Endeavour of 1934, shown here in 1996
America's Cup
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The America's Cup is a sailing competition and the oldest international competition still operating in any sport. America's Cup match races are held between two sailing yachts: one from the yacht club
J Class (yacht)
…specifications of Nathanael Herreshoff's Universal Rule. The J Class is considered the apex of the era when the Universal Rule determined eligibility in the America's Cup. With boats costing $10-20 million to build and yearly upkeep around $3 million, J Class racing has been described as the "most expensive hobby on…
The America's Cup trophy (ewer), photographed c. 1890–1915