The Melges 17.
| Product Overview | ||
| Length | 16 ft 7.75 in | 5.074 m |
| Beam | 5 ft 6.375 in | 1.686 m |
| Mast Height | 26 ft 6.5 in | 8.09 m |
| Draft | 3 ft 11.5 in | 1.207 m |
| Weight | 335 lbs | 151.953 kg |
| Sail Area | ||
| AP Kevlar® Mainsail | 154 sq ft | 14.30 m2 |
| AP Kevlar® Jib | 66 sq ft | 6.13 m2 |
| Dynalite Asymmetrical Spinnaker | 280 sq ft | 26.01 m2 |
| Crew | 2 | |
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The success of the Melges 17® can be attributed to a truly dedicated following of speed entrepreneurs. 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 Melges 17 the ultimate family racer!
- Light and easy sailing: hull weighs 335 lbs and the carbon fiber spar is only 16 lbs
- Features an advanced underdeck board system
- Incorporates the most innovative sailing concepts: exclusive Melges Hands Free Kite System™ (HFKS), roller furling Kevlar® jib with recessed roller furler, self-stepping mast design, new foil rudder and shaped boards derived from aluminum extrusions
