The the Flying Junior, this double-handed dinghy is used extensively for racing and junior sailing on the west coast. West Coast Sailing has all the resources you need to rig, find replacement parts, and enjoy sailing your FJ.
FJ Line Lengths:
Description | Length | Diameter | Line Type | Quantity | Recommended Line Options |
Mainsheet | 30 ft | 9mm | Sheet | 1 | 9mm Alpha Kmix |
Jib Sheet | 30 ft | 9mm | Sheet | 1 | 9mm Alpha Kmix |
Spinnaker Sheet | 50 ft | 6mm | Sheet | 1 | 6mm FSE Orion |
Main Halyard | 38 ft | 6mm | Halyard | 1 | 6mm Pre-Stetch |
Jib Halyard (Tail) | 16 ft | 6mm | Halyard | 1 | 6mm Pre-Stretch |
Spinnaker Halyard | 38 ft | 4mm | Halyard | 1 | 4mm FSE Sirius |
Centerboard Downhaul | 3 ft | 6mm | Control Line | 1 | 6mm Shockcord |
Centerboard Uphaul | 7.5 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Cunningham | 5 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Outhaul | 10 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Foreguy | 15 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Shockcord |
Topping Lift | 25 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Vang | 14 ft | 5mm | Control Line | 1 | 5mm FSE Sirius |
Hiking Strap Forward Tie | 3 ft | 5mm | Misc | 2 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
HIking Strap Mid Tie | 5 ft | 5mm | Misc | 4 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Hiking Strap Aft Tie | 3.5 ft | 5mm | Misc | 2 | 5mm Robline Sirius 500 |
Hiking Strap Lifter | 2.5 ft | 6mm | Misc | 4 | 6mm Shockcord |
Painter (Bow Line) | 10 ft | 8mm | Misc. | 1 | 8mm PolyPro |
About the Flying Junior (FJ):
The Flying Junior (FJ) sailboat is a renowned double-handed sailing dinghy celebrated for its simplicity, durability, and versatility. The FJ has become a staple in sailing education and competitive racing. With its distinctive appearance, including a main and jib sail configuration, the Flying Junior offers sailors an engaging and responsive experience on the water. The boat's manageable size makes it suitable for sailors of various skill levels, from beginners to experienced racers. Widely utilized in collegiate and high school sailing programs, the Flying Junior continues to be a popular choice for those seeking a reliable and enjoyable sailing vessel.