Jim
Yabsley And His New Melges 32 - Comments and Observations after sailing his new M32 on
the West Coast. Click HERE
for Jim's Comments
The
M32 features a lean-and-mean, supersonic-sleek hull shape
and sports a simple interior, very clean deck layout and rig making
it truly the ultimate day racer. It is by far the most comfortable
boat in the 30 ft range. If one prefers to race overnight, pipe
berths can be added for sleeping comfort. Swept spreaders with
a fixed backstay, 105% headsails and masthead asymmetrical spinnakers
will remind you of another Melges phenomenon the Melges
24!
Other key ingredients include a CRO retractable outboard system
behind the keel, the VARA rudder system incorporates a rudder
blade that is retractable (both of which were specifically crafted,
developed and refined by Paul Amon). The Melges 32 is easily launched
via ramp and when equipped with a gin pole, it can be rigged without
the assistance of a crane to step the mast.
Strict one design class rules govern the M32s amateur owner/driver
requirements, professional crew limitations and crew weight maximum
to limit the number of crew.
Key
West Race Week 2005
The
New Melges 32 is easy to tow, simple to rig and features
supersonic speed while sailing.
The
Melges 32 Wrapped Up to go down the road.
Easy to tow, easy to cover.