Johnson 18

A Winning History in The Johnson 18 Class

Combine performance, simplicity, and stability, and you get a Johnson 18. Johnson 18 sails from North make the boat easier to steer and trim. That means you and your crew can concentrate on teamwork, tactics and fun. Choose the trusted North Sails mainsail, jib, and asymmetric spinnaker combination to power your Johnson 18. Expect more with North.
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Johnson 18 NEWS

Loft 57; Episode 1: Tools of the Trade

North is a unique sailmaker, built on a champion spirit. We make history by looking ahead and that’s what sets us apart from other sailmakers. We’re proud to introduce Loft… Read More

Basic Racing Rules of Sailing Explained

In this webinar, North Sails experts Zeke Horowitz and Brian Hayes explain and demonstrate basic rules according to the US Sailing “Racing Rules of Sailing”. Using a whiteboard, Zeke re-creates… Read More

Speed Reading - Achieving Balance | North Sails

Speed Reading: Achieving Balance In Your Sail Plan

All sailboats have a different feel when you steer them. Some have a naturally heavy windward helm, and some have very neutral or sometimes even leeward helm. All things being… Read More

Speed Reading: Managing Your Risks

J/22 World Champion and North Sails Expert Zeke Horowitz explains how you can maximize your chances to gain through smart boat positioning on the racecourse. Sailboat racing is all about… Read More

Speed Reading: Setting Goals

J/22 World Champion Zeke Horowitz explains how to put his winning formula to work for you this season. If you’re a competitive sailor, you’ve probably read about the value of… Read More

Speed Reading: Onboard Communication

By Reed Baldrige On board communication for racing yachts is a key factor for performance, no matter what type of sailing. However, when the number of crew increases, it becomes… Read More

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Johnson 18 TUNING GUIDE

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