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 and at the beginning of 2026, sail number 1100 is about to ship. The most recent M15 winter regatta in Florida had 133 boats at the starting line (1/2 mile long). It is raced by young, old, couples, and any combination with a total crew weight under 400 lbs. It is easy to rig, launch and to handle in a breeze. USC has 10 boats now and growing. Join the fun!

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