The Melges 17 is a racing sailboat, with the hull built predominantly of fiberglass. It has a fractional sloop rig with carbon fiber spars; a scow hull; a transom-hung, aluminum extrusion …

An alternative, double-handed scow, the Melges 17 has a reputation for being fast and fun in light or heavy air. The rivalry pairings range from husband and wives to teamed siblings, making the...

LENGTH: Traditionally, LOA (length over all) equaled hull length. Today, many builders use LOA to include rail overhangs, bowsprits, etc. and LOD (length on deck) for hull length. That said, …

The newest addition to the ILYA scow family, the Melges 17 is a streamlined racer geared for speed. Designed to be sailed comfortably by a crew of two, the Melges 17 features advanced …

Official size and length for your Melges 17.

The Melges 17 is all about "edge of your seat" one-design racing on protected waters. These boats can go upside down but they are relatively easy to right. One-design fleets are already …

Feb 28, 2005 · “The Melges 17 will bring new excitement to scow sailing at an affordable price. And with an optimum crew weight of 265 to 350 pounds, we know it will appeal to couples.” It’s …

A streamlined and sporty scow geared for speed, it is a quick and easy racer with a reputation for being a fun family boat. The rivalry pairings range from husband and wife to teamed siblings, …

Aug 23, 2017 · The MELGES 17 is a brand new, fast, exciting boat to sail. The above information is what we have learned so far about the boat. These are generalizations and will be a good …

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