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Melges 15 Winter Series Event 2 Winner Decided in Final Race
The Melges 15 Class concluded its second of three Melges 15 Winter Series events this weekend in Jensen Beach, FL. With 78 boats on the starting line and a full range of challenging conditions, the action was intense up and down the leaderboard. Culminating in a four-team battle in the final race for the overall regatta win, the event witnessed tight racing across different divisions. Keiran Searle and Declan McGranahan clinched the overall honors with a bullet in the final race. Battling between second and sixth in Race 4, the... Read more...
Fresh Faces Bring New Competition to Melges 15 Winter Series Event 2
The Melges 15 Winter Series is set to continue its season with the much-anticipated Event 2, taking place February 24-25 in Jensen Beach, FL. Building on the first event's success, 84 Melges 15s are gearing up for two days of competition and fun in the Florida sun. The Melges 15 Winter Series has become a highlight of the winter sailing calendar, attracting friends and families from across North America. A number of newcomers are joining the ranks as well to bring fresh competition among mixed fleet.  Mike Schroff and Abby... Read more...
Melges 15 Momentum Builds Deep in the Heart of Texas
In a move to enhance its sailing program and add value to its club membership, the Houston Yacht Club recently purchased nine Melges 15s. The strategic decision not only underscores the club's commitment to fostering a vibrant sailing community but also speaks to the appeal of the Melges 15’s design. The Melges 15 is a modern dinghy known for its stability, performance, and versatility. Designed by Reichel/Pugh and built by Melges Performance Sailboats, the Melges 15 has quickly gained international popularity among sailors of all levels for its exciting characteristics. ... Read more...
Try Before You Buy in Cascais
To celebrate the launch of the European Winter Series in Cascais, Portugal, Melges is offering a discount on the purchase of new Melges 15s for sailors chartering at the series. Charter a Melges 15 for the low price of €500 and apply the charter fee towards the purchase of a new boat. The charter includes a 2024 race-ready Melges 15 for five days including two days of practice and the three-day event. Racing There are two Winter Series events to aim for March 1-3 and April 12-14. The events will... Read more...
Epic Start for the Melges 15 in Cascais
The Melges 15 debuted in Cascais with the the Portuguese Champions Regatta, an invitational trophy organised by SailCascais and Clube Naval de Cascais , that gathered the Portuguese National Champions from different classes and some local legends. From Optimist to ORC the Portuguese Champions made it to Cascais this weekend, as well as some World (ORC & 420) and Europen Champions (Dragon & J70) and other sailors with top honors in major events. After 7 races sailed over two days, Afonso Domingos (3x Olympian, 2x Star Barcardi winner, ORC World... Read more...
2024 Melges 15 Winter Series Opens with Record Numbers
The first event of the 2024 Melges 15 Winter Series kicked off in Jensen Beach, FL, attracting over 90 boats. After two days of competition and four races, Luke Arnone and Cameron Giblin led the masses with a 21-point advantage. The Melges 15 continues to prove that is a platform that anyone can sail. Almost half the fleet was in the 22-49-year-old age bracket with 25 youth skippers, 36 skippers over 60, 4 boats in the Mega Master division at 70+, and a dozen female skippers. A notable number of... Read more...
SPINNAKER SWEEPSTAKES
Win an American Flag Melges 15 Spinnaker! We need your help! Fill out this questionnaire for your chance to win an American Flag Melges 15 spinnaker. By filling out this form you are agreeing to let Melges use your statements and send marketing information. The lucky winner will be chosen at the Winter Series Event 2 awards ceremony. Read more...
95 Boats to Open 2024 Melges 15 Winter Series
The highly anticipated Melges 15 Winter Series is kicking off in spectacular fashion this weekend in Jensen Beach, FL, boasting an incredible record of 95 boats registered. Sailors from across the country are convening at the US Sailing Center of Martin County, to mark yet another milestone in the early history of the Melges 15 Class. The success of the Melges 15 Winter Series sets a high standard for one-design racing worldwide not only with its appeal and numbers but with the introduction of Vakaros’s RaceSense. RaceSense is a game-changing... Read more...
13 Boat Fleet of Melges 15 Dinghies Set for Howth Yacht Club in Spring 2024
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="726"] Sarah and Mark McLoughlin on a demo sail in the Melges 15 dinghy off Howth [/caption] Originally Published by Afloat.ie After a successful demo weekend at the end of October, a full container of twelve Melges 15s will be heading to Howth Yacht Club for Spring 2024 to supplement the existing boat there. Family is a predominant theme amongst the orders, with cross-generational sailing being a common theme amongst the purchasers. The demo weekend on October 28/29 saw hourly demo sails from 10 AM to 3... Read more...
Built to Last: The Melges 15's Unwavering Focus on Durability
In the world of small sailboat design and construction, the Melges 15 stands alone for its complete dedication to durability and longevity. Every aspect of this sailboat’s design and build process has been meticulously honed to ensure it can endure the demanding conditions faced by clubs and institutions. Here, we’ll delve into the Melges 15 build process, highlighting how it incorporates reinforced high-impact zones, modern materials, and building techniques to enhance the sailboat’s durability for club and institutional use: 1. Setting the Standard for Durability Right from its inception, the... Read more...
Revolutionizing Regattas: Melges 15 Class Brings RaceSense to the 2024 Winter Series
Melges Performance Sailboats is thrilled to partner with Vakaros to bring RaceSense to the 2024 Melges 15 Winter Series in Jensen Beach, FL. Vakaros introduced RaceSense in 2021 as a game-changing technology for race management. RaceSense can call the start with centimeter accuracy, putting an end to general recalls, black flag starts, and protests. It can enforce boundaries, handle scoring, and even show you a live leaderboard while you race. The Melges 15 Class aims to continue pushing the sport forward by offering a fun, fast, and stable platform that... Read more...
2023 Melges 15 U.S. National Championship Ready to Set Sail in New York
The 2023 Melges 15 U.S. National Championship kicks off September 29 at Sayville Yacht Club in Blue Point, NY. This highly anticipated event promises to be a thrilling showcase of sailing talent, as top sailors from across the nation travel northeast to compete for the Title. The Melges 15 National Championship is an annual regatta that attracts some of the best sailors in the country. In 2021, the father-daughter team Emily and John Haig from Beach Haven, NJ claimed their victory at Lake Geneva Yacht Club. As the Class has... Read more...