J-Class Rainbow

The multiple award-winning J Class yacht RAINBOW was launched at the Holland Jachtbouw shipyard in 2012. This spectacular J was based on William Starling Burgess’ original RAINBOW, winner of the America’s Cup in 1934.

Her impressive track record, eco-consciousness, and technique, but also her luxury comfort and style make her one of a kind within J Class. RAINBOW’s innovation and style have received a lot of praise from the industry.

At the 2013 Showboat Design Awards she won the Naval Architecture Award for sailing yachts and was a finalist for the Interior and Exterior Design Awards for sailing yachts as well. On top of that, RAINBOW won the award for Best Sailing Yacht for 40m+ at the 2013 World Superyacht Awards.

RAINBOW is equipped with an elegant classic Art Deco interior, designed by deVosdeVries Design. This interior is characteristic for the glorious 1930s. Her luxury accommodation has not in any way compromised her performance, illustrated by her proven track record on the race course.

Designed by Dykstra Naval Architects, RAINBOW is true to her original lines plans. The aluminium hull was built by Bloemsma Aluminiumbouw and meets all the requirements of Lloyds Register, MCA Classification and the J Class Association.

RAINBOW has been refitted by Dykstra Naval Architects through the winter of 2022 and spring of 2023, optimising the deck layout further with inboard tracks and bringing structured luff sails on stream. RAINBOW is said to be a very strong all-round boat that is light relative to the other boats and smaller – 2m shorter than the bigger J’s – but is good in light airs, whilst being a stable boat and so goes well in the breeze as well.

Even though she was built to participate in J Class races, RAINBOW is also utterly fit for cruising and chartering. The mast and boom are made out of carbon by Southern Spars, the standing rigging is carbon fibre/ECsix and her running rigging is Dyneema. Whether RAINBOW is used for racing or cruising; sailing with her is always an unforgettable experience!