MELGES 24 UPGRADES
CLASS HISTORY
The Melges 24 is a turbo-charged one-design that features many America's Cup innovations including a carbon spar, bowsprit, keel fin and lead bulb. With minimum weight aloft and maximum weight below, this popular international racer is easy to rig, and a stable, exciting sail in all conditions.
BOAT SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 24 ft (7.82 m)
Beam: 8ft 2 in ( 2.499 m)
5 ft (1.52 m)
Weight: 1,783 lb (809 kg)
Main: 264 sq. ft (21.0 m sq)
Jib: 126 sq. ft (12.0 m sq.)
Spinnaker: 670 sq. ft (55.9 m)
