Record Turnout for Melges 15 Winter Series

The Melges 15 Class has returned to Sarasota, FL for the first event of the 2022 Winter Series January 8-9. With a record-setting 60 boats, the entry list features several new owners and early advocates representing 17 states.

After being named Sailing World’s Boat of the Year, the large turnout comes as no surprise to event organizer and owner, Bob Cole. “The Melges 15 appeals to so many different people that we have tons of families, couples, and friends traveling to escape the snow and cold up north,” said Cole. “When we hosted the series last year, we saw the true potential for this boat in Sarasota. The growth since last March has been awesome for the class and owners.”

The weekend kicked off with practice racing and debrief led by Melges and Quantum Sails Zenda, which will be followed by the scheduled eight races Saturday and Sunday. The Winter Series continues February 26-28 and culminates with the Midwinter Championship March 26-28. The 2022 Class calendar is listed on melges15.com/events.