Overview

 

BLUE JACKET - PERFORMANCE CRUISING SAILBOATS

CRUISING WORLD'S BOAT OF THE YEAR WINNER 2014

Domestic Boat of the Year and Best Mid-size Cruiser

The Blue Jacket project is designed by Tim Jackett (President and Chief Designer at Tartan and C&C) in collaboration with Bob Johnson, Naval Architect and founder of Island Packet Yachts.

With more than 30 industry awards between them, including 15 Boat of the Year awards, the Blue Jacket series of yachts embody the creativity and broad-based experience these two noted designers have displayed over the past 30 plus years, melding the performance prowess of Jackett with the cruising focus and manufacturing acumen of Johnson and Island Packet.

Modern interpretation of a performance cruiser features a three-cabin arrangement with the amenities and build quality expected of a luxury sailing yacht.

The powerful and versatile Solent-type sailplan features a working jib with self-tending carbon fiber Hoyt Boom® along with a large reacher for offwind work. Twin wheels and a large cockpit enhance both sailing and socializing, and all frequently used sail controls are convenient to the cockpit.

Construction features 100% VE resin infusion technology with Divinycell® coring for both hull and deck. Fit, finish and materials and equipment selections typify the high standards of any Island Packet built product.