MELGES 24 LARGEST CLASS AT CALIFORNIA'S NORTH SAILS RACE WEEK

With 20 entries the Melges 24 class will be the biggest at this year's North Sails Race Week. Raced in the beautiful waters off Long Beach, California, this 3 day event (22-24 June) attracts top competitors from around the world in a wide range of classes. With racing organised by the same team who bring us Yachting Key West Race Week and a social programme to more than match the excellent racing this annual event is a must for US West Coast sailors.

With Bruce Ayres, Philippe Kahn, Argyle Campbell, Tony Wattson and Dave Ullman among this year's entry list we can expect some great Melges 24 racing, particularly since the California Weather Service is promising ideal conditions for the event. We'll bring you a full report next week.