Westbrook, CT (Main Office) Brewer Yacht Sales
UsedSail
Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, United States
2004

J Boats 35' J/109

"Aviato"

$132,000 USD
$188,467 CAD
35'Length
11'6"Beam
DieselFuel Type
FiberglassHull
Cruiser-RacerCategory

2004 J Boats J/109

HIN/IMOTSP19174B404

Overview

AVIATO is a well-equipped, actively campaigned J/109 that has benefited from continuous upgrades, professional maintenance, and an extensive racing sail inventory. Whether your goal is one-design racing, competitive PHRF competition, offshore events, or spirited family cruising, AVIATO offers an outstanding combination of performance, versatility, and comfort.

Designed by Rod Johnstone and built by TPI in Rhode Island, the J/109 has earned an enduring reputation as one of the most successful 35-foot performance racer/cruisers. Her lightweight, stiff SCRIMP-infused composite hull, deep lead-bulb keel, fractional rig, and retractable carbon bowsprit deliver excellent performance across a broad range of conditions. The non-overlapping headsail and asymmetric spinnaker arrangement simplify sail handling compared with traditional overlapping headsails and symmetrical spinnaker systems.

Built in February 2004, Hull #174 represents one of the final J/109s built in the USA by Tillotson Pearson. Highly prized by One-Design racers, she benefits from TPI's perfected SCRIMP resin-infusion process and sits squarely within the class's strict hull-weight tolerances. AVIATO has been actively raced and carries a 2026 PHRF rating of 74. Her rig has been tuned to North Sails' recommendations for the 3Di racing inventory, which includes a 2025 North 3Di J1, a 2022 North 3Di J2, and 2021 North 3Di mainsail and J1. An extensive additional inventory of racing, PHRF, and offshore sails provides considerable flexibility for different conditions and racing formats.

Recent investments include B&G Zeus navigation and Triton instrumentation, upgrades to the rudderpost seal, bilge pump, batteries, running rigging, and other equipment. Her professionally maintained, wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom is cleaned regularly during the racing season.

The spacious, secure cockpit features a large wheel, conveniently arranged sail controls, and a removable cockpit locker. A dodger and cockpit cushions add comfort when cruising. Below deck, two private cabins, a comfortable main salon, functional galley, and enclosed head provide accommodations for six. Unlike more specialized racing boats, the J/109 offers genuine comfort for weekends aboard and coastal cruising.

AVIATO represents an appealing opportunity for a performance-minded sailor seeking a competitive, extensively equipped J/109 with the versatility to enjoy both racing and cruising.


Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by East Coast Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Specifications

Dimensions

Length Overall35' 3"
Display Length35'
Beam11' 6"
Draft7' "

Details

Year2004
CategoryCruiser-Racer
TypeSail
Hull MaterialFiberglass

Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel

Weight

Displacement10,900 lbs

Registration

HINTSP19174B404

Photos29 images

Engines

Engine 1Yanmar 3YM30
Engine Year2004
Power HP28
Power KW20.88

Full Details

Highlights

AVIATO combines the desirable Rhode Island-built TPI construction and proven racing pedigree of the J/109 with an extensive sail inventory, upgraded electronics, and a documented history of ongoing maintenance.

Her recent North 3Di racing sails, comprehensive electronics, professionally maintained racing bottom, and additional racing and offshore sail inventory provide a strong foundation for an owner looking to compete in one-design or handicap racing. The removable cockpit locker provides flexibility for racing and cruising, while the dodger, cockpit cushions, and comfortable two-cabin interior enhance her appeal for weekends and coastal sailing.

For the sailor who enjoys competitive racing but also values comfortable accommodations and the ability to cruise with family and friends, AVIATO offers an excellent combination of performance and versatility.

• USA-built TPI hull utilizing SCRIMP resin-infusion construction

•    Standard 7’ deep-draft lead-bulb keel

•    Extensive North 3Di one-design racing sail inventory

•    Large additional inventory of racing, PHRF, offshore, and storm sails

•    2026 PHRF rating of 74

•    Rig tuned to North Sails' 3Di tuning recommendations

•    B&G Zeus chartplotter and four Triton instrument displays

•    Garmin GPS navigation and AIS transceiver

•    Raymarine below-deck autopilot

•    Professionally maintained, wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom

•    Rod standing rigging professionally inspected annually

•    Removable cockpit locker, dodger, and cockpit cushions

•    Maintenance records available

•    Two private cabins and accommodations for six

•    Offshore safety equipment included

Sail Inventory

Current One-Design Racing Inventory

North Sails

•    October 2025 – North 3Di J1 Light/Medium

•    March 2022 – North 3Di J2 Medium/Heavy

•    March 2021 – North 3Di J1 Light/Medium

•    March 2021 – North 3Di Class Mainsail

Doyle

•    January 2019 – Doyle Class Mainsail

Additional Sail Inventory

Spinnakers

•    North Class

•    UK Class

•    UK PHRF

•    Z-Sails Class

•    Z-Sails PHRF (multiple)

Mainsails

•    Halsey

•    North

•    Z-Sails (2)

Headsails

•    Quantum Class

•    Quantum PHRF

•    Doyle PHRF (2)

•    Z-Sails Class and PHRF inventory

Offshore Inventory

•    Storm jib

•    Storm trysail

The extensive sail inventory offers flexibility for one-design, handicap, offshore, and recreational sailing. Ages and conditions of the additional sails vary.

Electronics & Electrical

•    B&G Zeus chartplotter at helm

•    Four B&G Triton instrument displays (2023)

•    Garmin GPSMap 1020

•    Garmin GNT10

•    Em-Trak Class B AIS transceiver

•    Raymarine ST6001 below-deck autopilot

•    ICOM IC-M424G VHF radio

•    Fusion stereo with interior and cockpit speakers

•    Airmar depth transducer with blank (2023)

•    12V DC electrical system

•    Two AGM batteries replaced (2024)

•    Promariner battery charger with remote panel

•    Heart Interface Link 20 battery monitor

•    Shore power system with cord

•    Navigation, tricolor, and interior lighting

•    Fire/carbon monoxide detector replaced (2024)

Rig & Deck Equipment

•    Keel-stepped fractional aluminum mast

•    Rod standing rigging, professionally inspected annually

•    Retractable carbon bowsprit

•    Adjustable backstay

•    Boom vang

•    Harken roller furling headsail system

•    Harken 46 ST primary winches

•    Harken 40 ST secondary winches

•    Large wheel steering system

•    Removable cockpit locker

•    Outhaul upgrade (2024)

•    Clutch restrictors installed (2023)

•    Running rigging updated as needed

•    New black lifeline cushions (2023)

•    Rig retuned and Spartite installed (2023)

•    WindTrak replaced (2024)

Hull, Keel & Rudder

The J/109 was built by TPI using its SCRIMP resin-infusion process with Baltek end-grain balsa composite construction. Biaxial and unidirectional fiberglass reinforcement and vinylester resin in the outer hull contribute to a strong, lightweight composite structure. The standard deep-draft configuration features a lead-bulb keel and high-aspect-ratio spade rudder, providing excellent stability, responsiveness, and upwind performance.

•    TPI-built SCRIMP-infused fiberglass composite hull

•    Baltek balsa-cored construction

•    White fiberglass hull

•    White deck with molded non-skid

•    Seven-foot deep-draft fin keel with lead bulb

•    High-aspect-ratio spade rudder

•    Wheel steering

•    Professionally maintained, wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom

•    Bottom cleaned regularly during the racing season

•    Rudderpost boot diaphragm/seal replaced (2025)

Engine & Mechanical

•    Yanmar 3YM30 diesel, rated 28 HP

•    Yanmar SD20 saildrive propulsion

•    Saildrive inspected annually

•    Electric and manual bilge pumps

•    Rule electric bilge pump and safety float switch replaced (2024)

•    Exhaust mixing elbow replaced (2020)

•    Heat exchanger replaced (2020)

•    Fuel tank sender replaced (2025)

Engine hours are unknown. No engine-hour records are available, and total operating hours cannot be reliably determined or estimated from the vessel's usage history. An engine survey and sea trial can help a prospective buyer assess the engine's current condition, although neither can establish its total operating hours.

Accommodations

One of the J/109's greatest strengths is her ability to combine serious racing performance with comfortable cruising accommodations. The practical two-cabin layout features a forward V-berth, private aft cabin, and spacious main salon with opposing settees and a folding dining table.

The traditional wood-trimmed interior provides a warm and inviting atmosphere below deck. The L-shaped galley is conveniently located near the companionway and includes a two-burner propane stove with oven, sink, and hot and cold pressure water. A dedicated, forward-facing navigation station provides space for electronics, charts, and passage planning.

The enclosed marine head is located aft to starboard and is equipped with a holding tank and Y-valve, replaced in 2024. Storage is provided throughout the interior, including the large cockpit locker, which can be accessed from the cockpit or through the head compartment.

The combination of two private cabins, a functional galley, comfortable salon, and enclosed head makes AVIATO well suited to weekend cruising, regattas away from home, and coastal passages.

Accommodations include:

•    Sleeps six

•    Forward private cabin with V-berth

•    Private aft cabin

•    Main salon with opposing settees and folding table

•    Settees are excellent sea berths and have lee cloths

•    L-shaped galley with Force 10 two-burner propane stove and oven

•    Hot and cold pressure water

•    Dedicated navigation station

•    Enclosed marine head with holding tank

•    Marine head Y-valve replaced (2024)

•    Large cockpit storage locker with interior access

Additional Equipment

•    Dodger

•    Cockpit cushions

•    Mainsail cover

•    Removable cockpit locker

•    Swim ladder

•    Bosun's chair

•    Racing jib sock

•    Radar reflector

•    Offshore safety equipment

•    Six inflatable PFDs

•    Jacklines and tether system

•    Inflatable man-overboard device

•    Backup LifeSling

•    Tow line

•    Oil extractor

•    Diesel fuel can

•    Dehumidifier

Recent Maintenance & Upgrades

•    2025 – Rudderpost boot diaphragm/seal replaced

•    2025 – Fuel tank sender replaced

•    2024 – Marine head Y-valve replaced

•    2024 – Rule bilge pump and safety float switch replaced

•    2024 – Two AGM batteries replaced

•    2024 – WindTrak replaced

•    2024 – Fire/carbon monoxide detector replaced

•    2024 – Outhaul upgrade

•    2023 – B&G navigation and instrument upgrades

•    2023 – Airmar depth transducer replaced

•    2023 – Black lifeline cushions replaced

•    2023 – Clutch restrictors installed

•    2023 – Rig retuned and new Spartite installed

•    2020 – Exhaust mixing elbow and heat exchanger replaced

Additional ongoing maintenance includes annual professional inspections of the rod standing rigging, saildrive inspections twice annually, running rigging replacement as needed, and regular maintenance of the wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom.

Annual commissioning and winterization checklists are available.

Represented by a CPYB (Certified Professional Yacht Broker)

The CPYB (Certified Professional Yacht Broker) designation recognizes experienced yacht brokers who have demonstrated professional competence, passed a comprehensive examination, and committed to a strict code of ethics and continuing education. For buyers, this means knowledgeable representation, transparent communication, and professional guidance throughout the purchase process, from initial inquiry and negotiations through survey, sea trial, and closing.

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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