Melges 15

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One-Design Class Type: Dinghy

Was this boat built to be sailed by youth or adults? Both

Approximately how many class members do you have? 200

About Melges 15

Released in May 2020, the Melges 15 is the latest addition to the Melges lineup – a double-handed dinghy designed by Reichel/Pugh and built by Melges Performance Sailboats. The Melges 15 implements the best design aspects of the Melges sportboat line coupled with the rewarding nature, ease, and stability of scows.

Design

Boats Produced: 200

Class boat builder(s):

Melges Performance Sailboats

Approximately how many boats are in the USA/North America? 200

Where is your One-Design class typically sailed in the USA? List regions of the country:

Cross-country

Does this class have a spinnaker or gennaker? Yes

How many people sail as a crew including the helm? 2

Ideal combined weight of range of crew: 275-350

Boat Designed in 2020

Length (feet/inches): 15′

Beam: 5’6″

Weight of rigged boat without sails: 230

Draft: 2’7″

Mast Height:

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