The recent Noakes Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race brought some great achievements for the J/99 class with 5 boats in the top 10 for the double-handed IRC division. The J/99's were Balancing Act (2nd place), Jupiter (3rd place), The Gaffer (6th place), Verite (7th place), and Rum Rebellion (10th place). Plus a special mention to J/122e Rumchaser coming in at 5th on PHS.
A classic strategic dilemma presented itself for the competitors: stay close to shore in flatter water and slightly softer breeze, or gamble on the offshore route, chasing stronger pressure but contending with larger waves.
