2001 J/120 "Twist" - $124,900 - San Francisco, CA

A San Francisco Bay thoroughbred, "Twist" is a 2001 J/120 with the pedigree, pace, and practicality that made this 40-footer the gold standard for racer-cruisers. The J/120’s sweet hull form, retractable sprit, and manageable sail plan deliver quick, confidence-building performance with a crew or shorthanded, while her bright, two-stateroom interior makes post-race cruises and weekend overnights easy. Race-proven Bay Area pedigree

"Twist" has been a familiar sight at marquee West Coast events over the years, including J/Fest San Francisco, Rolex Big Boat Series, the SSS Half Moon Bay Race, and coastal distance races - evidence of an active, well-sailed program in the region. (Examples: J/Fest SF entries in 2011 & 2013; RBBS photography featuring "Twist"; SSS Half Moon Bay Race start photos; 2022 Spinnaker/Coastal Cup coverage.)

Why a J/120

• Fast, forgiving, versatile. Competitive under PHRF/ORC yet comfortable enough for family sailing and overnights. The design excels in coastal point-to-point races and around-the-cans bay sailing.

• Easy to handle. Big-boat speed with small-crew simplicity thanks to the retractable sprit and cockpit ergonomics

• Cruiser-friendly interior. Light, airy layout with double staterooms (fore and aft), a proper galley, nav station, and generous salon seating.

Layout & accommodations (class standard)

• Two private cabins (V-berth forward; double aft), one head with shower

• U-shaped galley aft to port; nav station opposite

• Large, open salon with settees and drop-leaf table
  (Descriptions based on J/120 class/press reviews.)

Deck, rig & handling (class standard)

• Fractional sloop with retractable J-Sprit for asymmetrical spinnakers

• Powerful yet manageable sail plan; logical deck layout for racing or short-handing

• Fin keel with bulb and balanced spade rudder for tracking and feel
  (Descriptions based on J/Boats and class specs.) Principal specifications (J/120 class)

• LOA: 40.0 ft | LWL: 34.5 ft | Beam: 12.0 ft

• Draft (deep): ~7.0 ft | Displacement: ~13,900 lb | Ballast: ~6,000 lb

• Sail Area (100%): ~780 sq ft | Engine (orig. equip.): Yanmar ~38 hp
  (Representative class figures; buyer to verify on this hull.)

Notable Bay Area sightings & media

• Featured in Rolex Big Boat Series photography on San Francisco Bay.

• Documented on Latitude 38’s ‘Lectronic and Sailagram feeds, including SSS Half Moon Bay starts.

• Logged in J/Fest SF and other regional regatta rosters as "Twist" (USA 28442).

Asking Price

$124,900 - Vessel located in San Francisco, California.

Remarks

"Twist" presents a rare opportunity to step into a well-known SF Bay J/120 with real sailing miles and the right platform for buoy or coastal racing plus easy weekend cruising. Class specs and media confirm the model’s balance of speed, control, and comfort; detailed inventories and recent service records for this hull are available upon request and should be verified by buyer and surveyor.

Sails

North 165 sq m kite, 3Di main, 3Di #3 headsail: 2014North 3Di genoa: 2018
North Code 0: 2019
North dacron main, #3 RF headsail: 2000

New Autopilot Ram Added 2021

New Rod Standing Rigging 2010