- 2018 J Boats J/121 sailing in Newport to Bermuda Race, crew onboard, black sails.
- Sailing crew on 2018 J Boats J/121 during Newport to Bermuda Race.
- 2018 J Boats J/121 sailboat being lifted at a marina dock.
- 2018 J Boats J/121 sailing on open water with crew, featuring black sails.
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- Sailing J Boats J/121, 2018 model, cutting through waves with crew onboard.
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- Sail bags for J Boats J/121, 2018 model, outside storage units with blue doors.
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- 2018 J Boats J/121 sailboat cockpit with safety equipment and ocean view.
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- 2018 J Boats J/121 sailing with colorful spinnaker on open water.
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- Interior of 2018 J Boats J/121 sailboat with cozy bunks and wooden flooring.
- Interior of 2018 J Boats J/121 featuring cozy bunk beds with blue cushions.
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Ceilidh – J/121 | Offshore Capability Meets Short-Handed Performance
Ceilidh is a well-prepared and proven J/121, equally at home racing around the buoys, competing in distance events, or taking on serious offshore passages. Previously safety certified for both the Newport to Bermuda and Halifax offshore races, she is turnkey and ready for her next program.
Designed for modern sailing, the J/121 delivers exceptional performance with a crew of five or fewer, making it one of the most capable and versatile short-handed offshore sailboats in its class.
The J/121 is also a comfortable, short-handed coastal cruiser. With a large cockpit, a full head, and a full galley (refrigeration), the J/121 is perfect for a week-long cruise with friends and family
Key Features
- Proven offshore platform – previously certified for major offshore races
- Optimized for short-handed sailing (5 crew or fewer)
- 800 Lbs. water ballast
- Competitive across buoy racing, distance racing, and offshore events
- Fast, stable, and confidence-inspiring design
- Easy to manage systems for reduced crew workload
- Ideal for both racing and fast cruising
Design & Performance
The J/121 is a 40’ offshore speedster that combines high-performance sailing with remarkable ease of handling. Built with a focus on efficiency and balance, it allows sailors to push the boat hard without the need for a large crew.
Whether racing or passagemaking, the J/121 offers a rare blend of speed, control, and versatility—delivering competitive results while remaining enjoyable and manageable for a small team.
A Better Sailing Experience
As sailing continues to evolve, the J/121 stands out by simplifying the experience. Gone are the days of coordinating large crews—this design allows owners to sail more often, with the people they actually want onboard.
It’s a platform that supports everything from competitive racing programs to adventure sailing, all with less complexity and more freedom.
Summary
Ceilidh represents an outstanding opportunity to own a fully capable, offshore-ready J/121. With proven race credentials and a design built for modern short-handed sailing, she is ready to deliver performance, adventure, and unforgettable time on the water.
- Listing ID:10141931
- Stock No.:TK 121
- Boat Name:Ceilidh
- Year Built:2018
- Boat Designer:Al Johnstone
- Builder Name:CCFC
- Boat Class:Racers - Racers and Cruisers
- Construction:Fiberglass
- Boat Hull ID:UCF12107J718
- Keel Type:Fin Keel
- Dry Weight:14,900 lb
- Max Draft:7.75 ft
- Beam:12.3 ft
- Ballast Weight:5,600 lb
- Displacement Weight:12,900 lb
- Nominal Length:40 ft
- Norm Nominal Length:12.19
- Length at Water Line:36.3 ft
- Length Overall:40 ft
- Water Tank Count:1
- Fuel Tank Count:1
- Holding Tank Count:1
- Water Tank Capacity:26 gal
- Fuel Tank Capacity:24 gal
- Holding Tank Capacity:12 gal
- Electrical Circuit:12 V
- Drive Type:Sail
- No. of Engines:1
- Total Engine Power:29 hp
- Total Engine Hours:700 hours
- Type:Inboard
- Make:Yanmar
- Model:3YM30ace
- Year:2018
- Engine Location:Center
- Drive Type:Sail
- Propeller Type:2 Blade, Bronze
- Engine Power:29 hp
- Engine Hours:700 hours
- Fuel:diesel
- All topside graphics are removable vinyl
- Boat had full offshore safety inspections done for the most recent Halifax and Bermuda offshore races with no deficiencies found.
- Annual service of the Yanmar engine and Saildrive (fluids, impeller, belts, lubrication, anodes, Etc.).
- Foredeck was reinforced by Custom Carbon Yachts in 2024 to allow for the addition of a genoa staysail tack – something not found on most J-121. This enables the boat to sail with a double or triple-headed sail plan under the right wind conditions with no PHRF or ORR rating penalty.
- The rudder bearing system was reinforced in 2025 .
- Custom performance polars derived from empirical data from Andrew Haliburton are loaded in the B&G system.
- New antifouling spring of 2026.
- Equipment required to do the Newport to Bermuda and the Halifax Race is included
- Victron LiFePO4 house battery system new in 2023, 200ah with Bluetooth BMS Monitoring
- Smart Shunt with Bluetooth State of Charge and load monitoring
- New Victron Engine Battery 2023
- 500 Watt Victron AC/AC Inverter 2023
- Electric Cabin Top 2-speed winch – new controller 2025
- Numerous running rigging items replaced in 2024 & 2025
- Removable V-Berth
- Upper rudder bearing reinforced below deck 2025
- Keel bolts: Visual and torque inspection/check 2024
- Auxiliary 2,000 GPH emergency bilge pump
- Companionway storm dodger, Sunbrella by Thurston
- ¾ Beam offshore spray dodger, Sunbrella by Thurston
- New stainless Steel Lifelines 2025.
- Furled Headsail UV Cover, Sunbrella by Thurston
- Zippered Wheel Covers, Sunbrella by Thurston
- Companionway blackout curtain
- Life Sling, horseshoe life ring & throw rope
- Switlix man overboard inflatable floatation buoy
- Full offshore safety equipment (flares, spare VHF antenna, bungs, etc.)
- 5 offshore-rated inflatable PFDs with integral tether and dual length harnes
- Radar pole and fittings are available
- Racing mainsail. North 3Di RAW, New 2023. Condition Excellent. Not used for club racing.
- Delivery mainsail. North 3Di RAW. 2018
- J1: new 2025: North 3Di RAW. Never Used. Furlable horizontal battens
- J2 new 2025: North 3Di RAW. Never Used. Furlable horizontal battens
- J4 2018: 2018 North 3Di, condition Good. On a Karver furler
- J1 delivery sail: 2021 North 3Di RAW, vertical battens, condition Fair
- J2 delivery sail: :2018 North 3Di vertical battens, condition good
- Genoa staysail: 2024 North 3Di, condition excellent
- A1.5 Asymmetrical: North 2024, condition new
- A2 Asymmetrical:: North 2022, condition good
- A4 Asymmetrical:: North 2018, condition good
- A2 Asymmetrical (oversize): North 2018, condition good
- A7 Asymmetrical fractional storm chute on furler, condition excellent
- Code Zero: North Helix structured luff, 2022 top down on Karver furler, condition good
- Spinnaker Staysail: North 3di 2022, condition excellent
- Storm Trysail 2018: Never used
- Storm Jib: 2018 Condition Excellent
- B&G H5000 Hercules System
- Zeus 3 multifunction plotter/displays. 12” at navigation system and 9” at each helm (2022)
- 4 HV 20/20 data displays mounted on mast
- Precision 9 compass with heel sensor
- NAC-3 Autopilot Controller
- Jefa 150KgM Autopilot direct drive with AF25 rudder feedback unit
- Autopilot remote control unit via blue tooth
- NEMA 2000/0183 bus data for laptop connection via wireless or Ethernet
- Em-Trak B200 Class B AIS transceiver with new mast cable and antenna 2023
- EPIRB Ocean Signal, new in 2024
- Simrad RS35 VHF base unit with DCF
- B&G handheld linked to VHF base unit (needs new battery}
- AIS receiver/transmitter with new masthead antenna and cable 2023
- Airmar speed/depth/temp transducer, new in 2026
- B&G masthead unit new in 2025 on 5’ carbon fiber wand
- Sonic Hub Audio on NEMA2K backbone with Bluetooth audio output
- Life Raft, 10-man Superior Wave Racer – reinspection due June of 2026
- 10’6” West Marine RIB PVC with fiberglass bottom
- 6 HP Mercury 4-stroke OB, new in 2025
- Carbon Fiber telescoping genoa running pole, 2023, never used
- Loos RT-11 rod rigging tension gauge
• 800 Lbs. 104 gallon (per side) seawater ballast system with molded tanks, transfer valves and overboard drain.
• Black Powder-coated Stanchions and bow/stern rails.
• Lifeline Opening Gates.
• Opening Ports (2) on aft face of cabin house.
• Electric Main Halyard Winch.
• Remote Hydraulic Backstay in lieu of standard.
• 110 VAC Shore Power system with 30’ cord, 2 outlets, battery charger, equipment leakage circuit interrupter (ELCI), and galvanic isolator.
• Systems Group - Hot & cold pressure water system with extendable shower in aft head.
• Cockpit Shower (requires Systems Group)
• Jefa Auto-pilot Direct Drive Kit (Unit DU-DD1).
• V-Berth Package: Removable V-berth with platform, two cushions, and two reading lights.
• Canvas & Cover Package: Wheel/Pedestal covers in Sunbrella (2); Padded WeatherMax lower lifeline covers (4); Mainsail cover in Sunbrella with J/121 Logo.
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
