The three K25 teams representing Howth Yacht Club in the 2016 J/24 Western Championships
Credit: Howth Keelboat U25 Team
#J24 - Team Ireland's Eye Kilcullen brought the J/24 Westerns title to Howth Yacht Club this weekend in the event's first running since 2014.
Three Howth K25 teams took to the waters at Lough Ree on Saturday (6 August), where Team Ireland's Eye Kilkullen led after four races.
Johnny Bravo also scored two thirds and a fourth to place them well for fourth overall on conclusion of racing yesterday (Sunday 7 August).
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American Rod Johnstone designed the J/24, a one-design boat, in the mid-1970s.
Since 1977, it has been manufactured and at present, at least 5,500 hulls have been constructed throughout the globe.
The J/24 has significantly contributed to the popularity of competitive sailing, and numerous internationally recognised racing personalities have won international J/24 championships.
This class still thrives and remains a favourite among owners and crews of all levels.
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