2005 J/109 “Reverie” - $139,000
Overview
Reverie is a super clean, professionally maintained J/109. Reverie benefits from a thoughtful series of performance and sail plan upgrades that have made her a proven winner in both handicap and one-design regattas. Equally adept in coastal races or around buoys, and sporting a fresh sail inventory, Reverie is truly turn-key and ready to sail. With plenty of cruising gear, she's also keen for weekend getaways. Lying in Tiburon, CA.
Select Race Record
One-Design
Winner, 2024 J/109 Pacific Coast Championship
ORC (2025 APH ToD/ToT: 541.3/1.1084)
Winner, 2023 Rolex Big Boat Series
Second, 2025 Rolex Big Boat Series
PHRF (Rating 69)
Winner, 2022 and 2023 YRA Bay Series
Winner, 2022 and 2023 YRA Coastal Series
Second, 2025 Spinnaker Cup, PHRF D
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Specifications
Builder: J/Boats (U.S. Built)
Designer: Rod Johnstone
Model: J/109
Year: 2005
LOA: 35’3” (10.74 m)
LWL: 30’6” (9.30 m)
Beam: 11’6” (3.51 m)
Draft: 7’0” (2.13 m) – Deep Keel
Displacement: 10,900 lbs. (4,944 kg)
Ballast: 3,800 lbs. (1,724 kg)
Hull Material: GRP / Fiberglass
Rig Type: Fractional sloop with carbon retractable bowsprit
Keel Type: Lead fin keel
Engine: Yanmar 3YM30 (29 HP)
Engine Hours: TBD
Propeller: Folding 2-blade
Recent Improvements & Upgrades
Rebuilt outhaul and reefing systems (2024)
Harken headfoil system for PHRF/ORC racing (2022)
Bobstay with adjustable tensioning system for enhanced luff tension (2023)
Jib inhauler system for optimized sail shape and upwind trim (2022)
Mechanical backstay adjuster for PHRF/ORC racing (2023)
Lifelines rebuilt (2023)
Stanchion reinforcements for improved safety and stiffness (2023)
Wheel powder coating and new leather wrap (2017)
Custom jack lines (2017)
Maintenance
Professionally maintained and serviced annually
Bottom professionally faired and spray painted (2025)
Mast and rod rigging inspection (2025)
Engine service (10/2025)
Interior/exterior detail (9/2025)
Freshwater bladder and filtration system replaced (2018)
Sail Inventory
Racing & Performance Sails
North 3Di ORC/PHRF J2 Full hoist jib (2025) – Mint
North 3Di ORC/PHRF J2 Full hoist jib (2022) – Very good
North 3Di ORC/PHRF J3 (2022) – Excellent
North 3Di One-Design Class Light/Med furling Jib (2024) – Excellent
North 3Di Class Main (2023) – Very good
North AirX 650 A1.5, 120 sqm (2025) – Oversized, “VMG” spinnaker – mint
North AirX 650 A2, 120 sqm (2024) – Oversized, runner spinnaker – Excellent
North AirX 650 A2, 120 sqm (2023) - Oversized, runner spinnaker – Very good
North AirX 650 A2,108 sqm (2022) – Class runner spinnaker – Very good
North A0 with Harken furler (2015) – Very good
Cruising & Backup Sails
North 3Di Endurance Class Main (2017)
North 3Di Endurance furling jib (2017)
North 3DL PHRF Main (2007)
North 3DL PHRF 155% Jib (2007)
North Full Batten Radial Dacron Main (2006)
North Roller Furling Dacron Jib (2006)
North Spinnaker Snuffer system
Running Rigging and Deck Gear
All running rigging replaced or upgraded within past three years
Adjustable traveler, vang, and backstay
Harken winches and deck hardware
Raymarine instrumentation and autopilot systems at helm
Electrical and Electronics
Shore Power: 30-amp 120V with Pro Marine galvanic isolator and 50’ Marinco EEL cord (2017)
Batteries: (2) Lifeline AGM 105Ah house + (1) Lifeline AGM start (2017)
Inverter/Charger: Xantrex HF (2017)
Charge System: Blue Seas ACR with Balmar alternator and regulator
Navigation: Raymarine ST60 (wind, speed, depth, MFD), Raymarine C80 chart plotter
Autopilot: Raymarine ST6002 linear drive (2017)
AIS: Digital Yachts with WiFi router send and receive (integrated with iNavX and iOS)
VHF: Standard Horizon GX1700 (fixed, GPS/DCS, 2018)
Handheld VHF: Standard Horizon HX870 (GPS/DCS, 2024)
Stereo: Clarion AM/FM Bluetooth with interior and exterior speakers (2021)
Interior and Accommodations
Sleeps six: forward V-berth, aft double cabin, convertible salon settees
Cherry joinery and white laminate trim
Enclosed head with shower and holding tank
L-shaped galley with propane stove/oven, sink, and icebox
Nav station with chart table and electronics panel
Pressurized hot/cold water and stern shower
Canvas and Covers
Dodger and dodger cover (2017)
Mainsail cover, wheel cover, and mast boot cover (2017, serviced 2025)
Winch covers (x4), lifeline covers (x6), jib sock (2017)
Cockpit cushions and line bags with integrated drink holders (2017)
Ground Tackle and Docking
22 lb. galvanized Delta anchor with 12’ chain and 250’ rode
Racing fortress anchor with compliant chain and rode
Taylor Made fenders (x2)
Double-braid dock lines (x6)
Contact
John Arens, owner
415-786-5660
Jarens07@gmail.com
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