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Jacksonville was its usual great self for the Atlantic Coast Championship which saw the fleet enjoy some fantastic racing and some equally fantastic partying.

The C.O.Y.C.H. is to host the final major European Melges 24 event of the year with a long weekend of sailing from the beautiful French Mediterranean port of Hyeres.

Following the recent IMCA World Council AGM and subsequent consultation with National Class Representatives the IMCA Executive Committee has confirmed that the proposed zip luff jib/halyard lock trial rule will come into effect on 1st January 2002.

Although only 7 boats took part in the recent Japanese National Championships, the high level of competition and perfect sunshine made for a fun regatta for all the sailors. Race one started around 8 -10 knot and Siesta found good conditions to take first place.

We are delighted to announce that Melges Performance Sailboats have reinforced their long standing support of the Melges 24 Class by signing up as the first Associate Sponsor of the 2001 World Championship, to be held in conjunction with Terra Nova Trading / Yachting Key West Race Week from 20-25 Ja

As outlined in previous articles, the rescheduled 2001 Melges 24 World Championship will be held in association with Terra Nova Trading / Yachting Key West Race Week from January 20-25, 2002.