Hull #174 | 2004 | Race Ready | Rumson, New Jersey
Contact John Wurch 908 358 6395 jwurch@jpwconsulting.com
Asking Price: $139,000
Description
Aviato is an exceptionally well-maintained, turn-key J/109 that has been continuously upgraded, actively campaigned, and professionally maintained throughout her ownership. Whether your goal is one-design racing, competitive PHRF or IRC competition, offshore events, or fast family cruising, Aviato is fully equipped and ready to sail today.
Widely regarded as one of the finest 35-foot racer/cruisers ever built, the J/109 offers an outstanding combination of performance, comfort, and versatility. Her spacious cockpit, carbon sprit, large mainsail, and easily managed sail plan make her equally enjoyable for competitive racing or weekend cruising. Below deck, two private cabins, a functional galley, enclosed head, and accommodations for six provide exceptional comfort for extended weekends or distance racing.
Aviato currently carries a PHRF rating of 74 and has been maintained to an exceptionally high standard with preventative maintenance, continual upgrades, and an extensive sail inventory that allows her next owner to campaign immediately without significant additional investment.
Highlights include:
• Extensive North 3Di one-design racing inventory
• Current 2026 PHRF rating
• Rig is setup per the latest north sail tuning guide to support 3Di sails
• Large additional inventory of class, PHRF, offshore and storm sails
• B&G Zeus chartplotter with four Triton instrument displays (2023)
• Garmin GPS navigation
• Raymarine below-deck autopilot
• AIS transceiver
• Fusion stereo
• Professionally maintained wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom, cleaned regularly during the racing season.
• Complete commissioning and winterization checklists available
• Offshore safety equipment included
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Recent Maintenance & Upgrades
• Rudderpost boot diaphragm/seal replaced (2025)
• Marine head Y-valve replaced (2024)
• Airmar depth transducer replaced (2023)
• new Rule bilge pump and Safety float switch (2024)
• Professionally maintained wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom
• Replaced Windtrak (2024)
• Backup Harken roller furling system
• Replaced Fire/Carbon monoxide detector (2024)
• Rod rigging professionally inspected annually
• Replaced two AMG batteries (2024)
• Replaced fuel tank reader (2025)
• New lifeline cushions, black (2023)
• New installed clutch restrictors (2023)
• Outhaul upgrade (2024)
• Updated running rigging (each year as needed)
• Replaced elbow heat exchanger on yanmar (2020)
• Re-tuned rig, pulled and new spartite (2023)
• Detailed annual commissioning and decommissioning maintenance records available
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Current One-Design Racing Inventory
North Sails
• October 2025 – North 3Di J1 Light/Medium
• March 2022 – North 3Di J2 Medium/Heavy
• March 2021 – North 3Di J1 Light/Medium
• March 2021 – North 3Di Class Mainsail
Doyle
• January 2019 Class Mainsail
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Additional Sail Inventory
Spinnakers
• North Class
• UK Class
• UK PHRF
• Z Class
• Z PHRF (multiple)
Mainsails
• Halsey
• North
• Z-Sails (2)
Headsails
• Quantum Class
• Quantum PHRF
• Doyle PHRF (2)
• Z-Sails Class & PHRF inventory
Offshore Inventory
• Storm Jib
• Storm Trysail
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Electronics & Navigation
• B&G Zeus chartplotter
• Four B&G Triton instrument displays
• Garmin GPSMap 1020
• Garmin GNT10
• Em-Trak Class B AIS Transceiver
• Raymarine ST6001 below-deck autopilot
• ICOM IC-M502 VHF
• Fusion stereo with interior and cockpit speakers
• New Airmar depth transducer with blank (2023)
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Mechanical
• Yanmar 3YM30 diesel
• Saildrive inspected 2x a year
• Wheel steering
• Electric and manual bilge pumps
• Battery charger
• Shore power with cord
Engine hour meter history is incomplete; total engine hours are unknown. The engine has been consistently maintained and has proven reliable throughout ownership.
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Hull & Deck
• White hull with white non-skid deck
• Professionally maintained wet-sanded Baltoplate racing bottom
• Keel-stepped fractional rig
• Rod rigging (professionally inspected annually)
• Harken 46 ST primary winches
• Harken 40 ST secondary winches
• Adjustable backstay
• Boom vang
• Roller furling
• Backup Harken roller furling system
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Accommodations
• Sleeps six
• Two private cabins
• Enclosed marine head with holding tank
• Y-valve replaced (2024)
• Two-burner propane stove with oven
• Hot and cold pressure water
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Additional Equipment
• Dodger
• Cockpit cushions
• Bosun’s chair
• Mainsail cover
• Removable cockpit locker
• Swim ladder
• Radar reflector
• Racing jib sock
• Offshore safety equipment
• Six inflatable PFDs
• Jacklines and tether system
• Inflatable MOB device
• Backup LifeSling
• Tow line
• Oil extractor
• Diesel can
• Dehumidifier
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Dimensions
• LOA: 35'4"
• LWL: 30'6"
• Beam: 11'0"
• Ballast: 3,900 lbs
• Engine: Yanmar 3YM30 (28 HP)
• Saildrive
• Fuel Tank: 1
• Water Tank: 1
• Holding Tank: 1
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Final Thoughts
Aviato represents a rare opportunity to purchase a meticulously maintained, fully equipped J/109 with an extensive sail inventory, modern electronics, and exceptional maintenance history. Unlike many boats of similar vintage, Aviato requires no major upgrades to begin racing immediately. She is equally suited for one-design competition, PHRF racing, offshore events, or comfortable family cruising.
Jump on her and head to the starting line day 1.
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