Hot news from Zenda - the one and only Buddy Melges is back in the Melges 24 fleet! He is officially signed up for the Melges 24 Spring Championship in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin USA on May 10-11. He will be sporting a brand new Melges 24 at the event.
In association with Finnlines and with a little bit of help from Jim Schwerdt we have been able to negotiate a very special half price deal for Melges 24 teams who would like to ship their boats up to Helsinki from either Felixstowe or Zeebrugge.
Those of you planning to compete at the SNIM Regatta in Marseille over Easter who haven't yet entered need to do so urgently. The closing date for entries is 31 March. It is also important to book your accommodation asap so view the accommodation list.
Racing for the Melges 24 Class got off to a great start on day one at the SNIM with three fantastic races in light to moderate breeze and glorious sunshine on the Mediterranean waters off Marseille.
This weekend saw US West Coast Melges 24 teams sailing in the 2003 San Diego NOOD. Although the entry was down this year (largely due to the clash with the Nationals) those who competed experienced some fantastic racing in the broadest range of conditions.
The final day of racing at the US Nationals was an absolute corker with clear skies, sunshine and 72 degrees. Winds were 10-12 knots from 180-190 degrees. Three races were completed to make the regatta total - nine races, with one throw out.
