J/30 Class Association Forums J/30 Forum One Design Class Rules Proposed 2008 Rules Changes for Discussion

2008 Rules will be posted on website soon. Here is a summary of the changes as approved by the BOG on 22 May, effective 1 July 2008:

• Makes the V-Berth Cushions optional so they may be removed for racing (5.3)
• Permits alternate single or double burner stove mounted in same location with specified minimum weight (5.3)
• IdaSailor Marine of Boise, ID is added as an approved source for replacement rudders built to J/30 original specifications and specifies a minimum weight of 60 pounds. (5.6.1)
• Consolidates By-Laws, Class Rules & Specifications under a single document, as last done in 1999
• The drawings for the keel, rudder, mast, and shaft/prop installation have been "remastered" for readability. There is no intention to change information or dimensions that have remained the same since the original drawings were provided 5/9/80 by Rod Johnstone.

Wording being incorporated under interpretations of para 5.3

Standard interior equipment includes (but is not limited to) the following:
• cushions for all berths and settees (V-Berth cushions may be removed for racing)
• stove (In lieu of the original stove a replacement single or double burner stove is allowed that fits where the original stove is located. Adjustments to mounting may be made to accommodate dimension variations, as long as the original intended location is maintained. The replacement stove may use alcohol or gas (butane, propane, etc.). The replacement stove and associated cover / cutting board with fuel shall weigh 18 pounds minimum with weights permitted to augment as required.)