James Betts Enterprises, Inc. is a family-owned and operated boat building company specializing in the construction of custom and production racing and cruising sailboats. Located in Washington State, our facilities and skilled staff allow us to complete all jobs in-house using the latest in 3D CAD software, high-precision CNC systems, state-of-the-art composite technology, and proprietary construction techniques. Notable boats we built have gone on to successful performances in prestigious races such as the America's Cup, Admirals Cup, Trans Pac, Around Alone, and Cape Town to Rio Race.
"On Blue" First Shakedown Sail
March 4, 2013
"On Blue" the new Riptide 41 has been launched and went on its first shakedown sail this weekend!. It recorded a top speed of 22.8 knots! Check out the pictures. More to come soon!
"On Blue" the new Riptide 41 has been launched and went on its first shakedown sail this weekend!. It recorded a top speed of 22.8 knots! Check out the pictures. More to come soon!
It's Blue!
February 18, 2013
The Riptide 41 has been painted and is nearing launch! Check out the new pictures or learn more about its mission to promote access to healthy potable water.
The Riptide 41 has been painted and is nearing launch! Check out the new pictures or learn more about its mission to promote access to healthy potable water.
Riptide 35 Launch
November 11, 2012
The Riptide 35 MKII has been delivered and is in the water! Check out the new pictures!
The Riptide 35 MKII has been delivered and is in the water! Check out the new pictures!
Article in Professional BoatBuilder
September 18, 2012
We were featured in an article ("Survivor II" by Dan Spurr) in the February/March 2011 issue of Professional BoatBuilder magazine! If you don't have a copy of the issue, order it online or download a copy (.pdf) of the article.
We were featured in an article ("Survivor II" by Dan Spurr) in the February/March 2011 issue of Professional BoatBuilder magazine! If you don't have a copy of the issue, order it online or download a copy (.pdf) of the article.
Riptide 41 Hull Roll Video
September 4, 2012
Progress is going well on the Riptide 41 project. Recently, the hull was flipped and we captured the process in a time-lapse video. Check it out!
Progress is going well on the Riptide 41 project. Recently, the hull was flipped and we captured the process in a time-lapse video. Check it out!
New Production Run of the FT10m Rudder
August 27, 2012
We are pleased to announce a new production run of our performance FT10M rudder. The intent of the design is to improve strength and control under reach and heavy wind conditions in an ultra-light package. The current version will include a 20% upgrade in carbon reinforcement to increase durability. More information is available here.
We are pleased to announce a new production run of our performance FT10M rudder. The intent of the design is to improve strength and control under reach and heavy wind conditions in an ultra-light package. The current version will include a 20% upgrade in carbon reinforcement to increase durability. More information is available here.
Ultra-Low-Wake Ferry in Service
June 25, 2012
An ultra-low-wake ferry for which we built a composite hydrofoil and superstructure went into service June 25! If you're headed out to Washington's Olympic Peninsula take a ride on this ground-breaking new vessel.
An ultra-low-wake ferry for which we built a composite hydrofoil and superstructure went into service June 25! If you're headed out to Washington's Olympic Peninsula take a ride on this ground-breaking new vessel.
New Riptide 41 Project Underway
March 1, 2012
A new Riptide 41 from Bieker Boats is under construction. Check out the construction photos!
A new Riptide 41 from Bieker Boats is under construction. Check out the construction photos!
Riptide 35 Rudder
January 27, 2012
The Riptide 35 rudder and keel are nearing completion. The rudder has four tubercles along the leading edge which aid helm control by delaying the stall point . This revolutionary technology draws from the observation of the unique bumps on the leading edges of Humpback whale fins. The bumps are designed into the core and were cut out on our CNC table.
The Riptide 35 rudder and keel are nearing completion. The rudder has four tubercles along the leading edge which aid helm control by delaying the stall point . This revolutionary technology draws from the observation of the unique bumps on the leading edges of Humpback whale fins. The bumps are designed into the core and were cut out on our CNC table.
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2012
The new year finds us busier than ever at JBE! The Riptide 35 hull has just been pulled from the mould, bulkheads stiffeners are going in, and the cabin top mould is going up!
The new year finds us busier than ever at JBE! The Riptide 35 hull has just been pulled from the mould, bulkheads stiffeners are going in, and the cabin top mould is going up!
New Riptide 35 Project Underway
October 1, 2011
We have started construction on a new Riptide 35, an innovative design by Bieker Boats.
We have started construction on a new Riptide 35, an innovative design by Bieker Boats.
High-Precision CNC System
August 1, 2011
We have a new addition to the shop, an Anderson CNC machine. The 5' x 10' table is complete with a 12 hp vacuum and four cell dust collection system. This equipment will improve efficiency in the shop by cutting production times down for frame sections, hull cores, rudder profiles, and general machining.
We have a new addition to the shop, an Anderson CNC machine. The 5' x 10' table is complete with a 12 hp vacuum and four cell dust collection system. This equipment will improve efficiency in the shop by cutting production times down for frame sections, hull cores, rudder profiles, and general machining.
We have moved!
April 1, 2011
We have moved to a new shop in Anacortes, WA! The facility is large enough (16,000 sq. ft.) to hold all of the exciting projects we have under way, will be equipped with an Anderson CNC machine, and includes an overhead lift (2 ton) and massive bay doors.
We have moved to a new shop in Anacortes, WA! The facility is large enough (16,000 sq. ft.) to hold all of the exciting projects we have under way, will be equipped with an Anderson CNC machine, and includes an overhead lift (2 ton) and massive bay doors.
Prototype Electric Vehicle
November 18, 2010
We have added a gallery of pictures from an experimental, carbon-fiber electric vehicle we recently worked on. Check them out!
We have added a gallery of pictures from an experimental, carbon-fiber electric vehicle we recently worked on. Check them out!
Launch of Spirited 380
August 1, 2010
A new and exciting 38' catamaran has launched... a Spirited 380 from the Australian design firm Spirited Designs!
A new and exciting 38' catamaran has launched... a Spirited 380 from the Australian design firm Spirited Designs!
