The J/80 is a fairly large yacht, suitable for sailing and racing outside of enclosed waters and bays. This sports projectile has phenomenal stability due to the very high proportion of lead ballast in the displacement of the yacht - almost 50%. The energy structure of the yacht is also quite high due to its large sailing area (especially with the spinnaker installed), which is why the J/80 is so fast.
She is very sensitive on the rudder and is able to catch the slightest gusts of wind, and in a strong enough wind to go almost with the speed of the wind itself.
