J Boats 32' J/97E

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Rocket J. Squirrel is a J/97E, one of J/Boats’ “E” Series of versatile performance sailing yachts. The “E” is for elegance and evolution in performance cruising design. J/97E is the first J in over two decades under 32’ to combine headroom and family cruising accommodations in a high performance, easily driven hull. With the handling ease of an asymmetric spinnaker and non-overlapping headsails, the J/97E promises to be J Boats’ most versatile design yet under 35’ to fit the needs of today’s sailing families, both young and old alike-- the ultimate combination of sailing performance and creature comforts for all!

The J/97E cockpit is similar to the award-winning cockpit found on the J/111. It features full length seats with back rests, tiller steering, and an open transom. All sailing controls are within reach of the helmsperson to make the boat very easy to manage. A retractable bow sprit with masthead asymmetric spinnaker allows great all-around performance without the need for numerous skilled crew. The low VCG keel provides exceptional upwind stability while being cruising friendly with swept back leading edge and moderate draft.

Rocket J Squirrel is an excellent-condition 2018 J/Boats J/97E offering an ideal blend of responsive performance, smart cruising comfort and refined J/Boat handling. Designed for sailors who appreciate speed, balance and simplicity under sail, the J/97E is equally well suited for spirited day sailing, club racing, fast coastal cruising and comfortable weekends aboard.

This one-owner J/97E has been sailed in the PNW only, primarily in the Puget Sound and San Juans. 

Rocket J Squirrel was thoughtfully commissioned and equipped from new with a strong package of sails, Garmin electronics, autopilot, Wallas forced-air diesel heat, cruising options and performance hardware. Her Ballard Sails carbon/Twaron sail inventory and A2 asymmetrical spinnaker give her genuine performance appeal, while her accommodations, diesel heat, galley, refrigeration, water system and enclosed head make her practical for cruising and overnight use.

Whether your goal is a quick weekend escape, Wednesday night racing or simply owning a fast, elegant and versatile modern sailboat, Rocket J Squirrel deserves serious consideration.

Rocket J Squirrel was originally purchased through the local PNW J/Boats Dealer Sail Northwest and commissioned at CSR Marine in Seattle, WA.

Key Features and Options

• One-owner 2018 J/Boats J/97E
• Excellent overall condition
• Lead L-bulb keel
• Tiller steering
• Carbon/Twaron Ballard Sails mainsail and 105% furling jib
• A2 asymmetrical spinnaker
• Retractable bowsprit
• Roller-furling headsail
• Garmin electronics, navigation, AIS, autopilot
• Wallas 30GB forced-air diesel heat with vents
• Volvo Penta D1-20 diesel engine with secondary fuel filter with priming pump
• Saildrive with 2-blade folding propeller
• Seaview Boatyard bottom service with two coats Seahawk Cukote 2024
• Zincs/anodes replaced May 2026
• Engine oil and transmission oil changed January 2026
• PHRF rating noted as 105

Accommodations

The J/97E offers a practical and inviting interior layout that makes excellent use of space for a performance cruiser of this size. Below deck, Rocket J Squirrel provides a bright, open cabin with comfortable seating for 6-8 people around the table in the salon. Navigation station to starboard, aft of the settee. The cabin is designed to provide the comfort needed for time aboard without compromising the sailing performance that defines the J/97E, suitable for weekends aboard, race events, or relaxed coastal cruising.

Rear stateroom with a double berth. Interior cherry plywood, giving the cabin a warm, clean, traditional feel while keeping the boat purposeful and lightweight.

• Forward double V-berth
• Rear stateroom with double berth
• Port and starboard salon conversion settee berths
• 4-6 total berths
• Cherry plywood interior woodwork
• One manual head with wet locker
• 5 gallon holding tank

The galley aboard Rocket J Squirrel is compact, functional, and well suited for daysailing, weekend cruising, and simple meal preparation aboard.

• One stainless steel sink
• 12V top load refrigeration
• Freezer
• Propane stove and oven
• Pressurized freshwater system
• Hot water

Deck Equipment

• Tiller steering
• Anchor roller
• Removable bow roller
• Removable swim ladder
• Two-tone deck
• Lifesling

Electronics

• Garmin GHP Reactor mechanical autopilot package with PYI direct mechanical drive
• Garmin chartplotter
• Garmin GPSMAP 942 mounted at nav station
• Garmin GMI 20 multi displays mounted on seahood
• Garmin wind transducer
• Garmin triducer for depth, knotmeter, and water temperature
• Garmin depth sounder
• Garmin knotmeter
• Garmin wind instruments
• Garmin VHF 110 mounted at nav station
• Garmin AIS 600 send/receive
• Masthead antenna
• Autopilot tiller hardware, including drag link, tiller pin, tiller lever, and bore key

Sail Inventory and Rigging

Ballard Sails AP Code 5 mainsail with carbon/Twaron membrane construction, double LiteSkin taffeta, 14K DPI. Fully battened with two full and three short RBS E-glass battens. Adjustable luff boxes. J/97 logo, numbers, draft stripes, and sail bag.

Ballard Sails 105% AP Jib Code 2 with carbon/Twaron membrane construction, double LiteSkin taffeta, 13K DPI. Roller furling with three vertical RBS E-glass battens. Draft stripes. Full-length genoa bag.

Ballard Sails A2 asymmetrical spinnaker. 102m2 of Contender Superkote 75 material with Launch bag and Soft Spectra clew.

• ATN genoa sleeve
• Sloop rig
• Keel-stepped mast
• Harken mechanical adjustable backstay

Engine and Propulsion

• 2018 Volvo Penta D1-20 3 cylinder inboard diesel makes 20 HP, freshwater cooled
• 380 hours
• Saildrive
• 2-blade folding bronze propeller
• 13 gallon fuel tank

Plumbing and Heating

• 50 gallon freshwater tank
• Pressurized water system
• Manual and electric bilge pumps
• 5 gallon holding tank
• Quick Nautic water heater
• 110V and engine heat-exchange water heating
• Wallas 30GB forced-air diesel heat

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 their agents or 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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