Hanuman crosses the Atlantic to compete in New York

by Sail-World and J-Class Association on 23 Jul 2009
Back in 1937 the original 'Endeavour II' was built in steel at the Nicholson’s Yard and designed by Charles Nicholson. 'Endeavour II' was built to battle the J’s in the America’s Cup Race that year, maximizing the waterline to 87ft she challenged 'Ranger' but did not beat her. With the replicas of 'Ranger' and 'Endeavour II', there will be a chance to race again.

Dykstra & Partners from Amsterdam took on the job for a repeat client to design the replica of this biggest J ever built to date. 'Hanuman' has been built in Alustar with a Carbon mast at Royal Huisman Shipyard, not a stranger to the J-Class yachts. In 1989 J-K4 'Endeavour' was re-built at the yard in Vollenhove. Dykstra & Partners were also responsible for the design work of this re-built. 'Endeavour II' will have a Pieter Beeldsnijder interior.

'Hanuman' has been built according the maximum performance rules of the JCA (J Class Association). She is the first new J to be built in The Netherlands, and recently sailed to New York to compete in her first regatta.

Dykstra & Partners were also Naval Architects for refits of the J-Class yachts in the current racing field, 'Shamrock V', 'Velsheda', 'Endeavour' and 'Ranger'.

Specifications 'Hanuman'
Loa : 42,09 m
Lcwl : 27,68 m
Beam : 6,60 m
Draft : 4,72 m
Hull material : Alustar
Mast material : Carbon Fiber

For more information on the J Class see: www.jclassyachts.com


Hanuman - The Name:
Hanuman, the mighty ape that aided Lord Rama in his expedition against evil forces, is one of the most popular idols in the Hindu pantheon. Believed to be an avatar of Lord Shiva, Hanuman is worshiped as a symbol of physical strength, perseverance and devotion.