2019 JPK 1030 ‘Mary’ – Proven Offshore Performer, Optimised for Short-Handed Racing
Few designs have achieved the offshore success and versatility of the JPK 1030 – the celebrated creation from Jean-Pierre Kelbert’s JPK yard in Brittany, renowned for its balance between power, control, and simplicity. The JPK 1030 has become the go-to platform for serious offshore sailors competing under IRC, combining exceptional performance with forgiving short-handed handling and excellent all-round balance.
Launched in 2019, Mary is a particularly well-prepared and continuously optimised example of the class. She has a track record of consistent good IRC Championship results – 5th (2021), 2nd (2022), 6th (2023), and 4th (2024) – a testament to her speed, preparation, and competitive pedigree.
Set up for shorthanded racing, she benefits from a full North Sails wardrobe, a carbon rig package, upgraded lithium systems, and a comprehensive NKE electronics suite – all meticulously maintained by a highly experienced owner.
Key Features
- Proven JPK 1030 with top IRC results and consistent performances
- Carbon Axxon mast and boom, rod rigging, and full asymmetric/symmetric setup
- Full North Sails inventory (2020–2024), including new mainsail and A2 (2024)
- Lithium battery bank (2 × 130Ah) with shore power and charger
- NKE Gyro pilot system with dual pilots and full offshore instrumentation
- Volvo D1-20F (605 hrs) with Gori Racing prop – fully serviced annually
- OSR Cat-2 compliant with serviced 4-person liferaft (Feb 2024)
- Professionally maintained and race-ready for 2025
Broker’s Remarks
The JPK 1030 remains the benchmark for modern IRC short-handed racing, and Mary is one of the most sorted examples currently available. With a proven results record, comprehensive North Sails inventory, and fully updated systems, she is a true turn-key offshore racer ready for the next campaign.
Whether your sights are set on the RORC series, IRC Double-Handed Nationals, or offshore classics such as the Fastnet or Middle Sea Race, Mary is a genuine contender.
Early inspection is highly recommended – boats of this calibre, preparation, and race record are seldom available.
Additional Information
Sail Inventory – North Sails (2020–2024)
Mainsail: North Technora (2024)
J2: North 3Di (2023) + spare 3Di (2020)
J3: North HWI Xi Aramid (2020)
Furling Staysail: NPL Sport Xi Aramid (2023)
Code 0: North Helix 65m² (2020)
A2 Asymmetric: North SK90 (2024)
A3/A5 Asymmetric: North SPK150/250 (2020)
S2/S3 Symmetric: North SK90 (2022)
S2 All-Purpose Symmetric: SK75/90 (2020)
Storm & ORC Sails: (2020)
Configured for both symmetric and asymmetric racing, including poles and fittings for all options.
Rig & Deck Gear
Mast: Axxon Carbon HS40 (with Harken pole track option)
Boom: Axxon Carbon HR
Rod Rigging
Spinnaker Poles: 2 asymmetric (1.2m & spare 1.0m), 1 symmetric (4.35m)
German Main Sheeting with twin Harken winches
Paratrim rudder incidence adjustment
Harken hollow forestay
LED deck and masthead lighting
Flush hull fittings (Forespar)
Engine & Systems
Volvo D1-20F (20hp) – serviced annually by Ouest Marine Service
Engine hours: 605
Propeller: Gori Racing
Service Batteries: 2 × 130Ah Lithium
Battery Charger & Shore Power Connection
Electronics & Navigation (NKE / Raymarine)
2 × NKE Multigraphic displays (cockpit)
2 × NKE Mast displays
NKE Gyro 2 pilot computer (real wind & SOG options)
NKE Pad pilot + Raymarine electric pilot with remote/MOB system
NKE Carbowind, regatta compass, and rudder angle sensor
NMEA & Wi-Fi data interface
GPS GP39, Raymarine VHF + AIS Class B Tx/Rx
Alpine stereo (2 internal + 2 external speakers)
Underwater camera
Safety & Compliance
OSR Category 2 compliant
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Disclaimer
Nicolle Associates offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
This vessel is EU VAT paid.
As always photographs do not do justice so a viewing is highly recommended.
This boat is lying in La Trinite sur Mer, France
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