The Melges 15 is an exciting new double handed boat with an asymmetric spinnaker. The M15 is easy to sail and a blast to competitively race.  Named Boat of the year in 2022, M15 fleets are growing fast everywhere, including at USC. In just under 2 years since being introduced, over 400 boats have been sold. 

Resources and Links:

Introducing the Melges 15
Downwind Sailing
How to gybe
How to set the Spinnaker
How to recover from a capsize (by Chris Fretz)

Guides:

Class Rules
Tuning Guide
Boat Care

Fun Stuff:

2022 Melges 15 Midwinters, Day 3

Class page

Any questions? Contact the USC fleet captain: Bob Scribner