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MThe Official <strong>Yearbook</strong> of <strong>the</strong><br />
International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> Association<br />
<strong>2010</strong> | www.melges<strong>32</strong>.comM<br />
<strong>32</strong> <strong>32</strong>
Photos by Carlo Borlenghi, Guido Trombetta and Stefano Gattini for B-Plan<br />
MELGES <strong>32</strong><br />
Via Tucidide, 56 (Staz. 21) | 20134 Milano, Italy | T: +39 0294435078 | melges.com | melgeseurope.com
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Table Of Contents<br />
Photo Essay Features<br />
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10 RECAP: 2009 ACURA Key West Race Week<br />
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11 RECAP: 2009 ACURA Miami Grand Prix<br />
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12 RECAP: 2009 North American Championship<br />
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13 RECAP: 2009 U.S. Nationals | Rolex Big Boat Series<br />
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14 RECAP: 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship<br />
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18 RECAP: 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series<br />
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Event Previews<br />
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5 <strong>2010</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship | September 22-25<br />
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6 <strong>2010</strong> Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series<br />
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9 <strong>2010</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> USA Sailing Series<br />
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19 <strong>2010</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> European Championship | May 20-23<br />
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In Every Issue<br />
7 International President’s Message, Jeff Ecklund<br />
8 Administrator, Joy Dunigan | <strong>Class</strong> Contacts<br />
18 Hall of Fame<br />
24 <strong>2010</strong> International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Events Schedule<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> <strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong> <strong>Yearbook</strong><br />
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2009 <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Gold Cup Champion<br />
Rod Jabin on USA-206 Ramrod pushes<br />
<strong>the</strong> edge of <strong>the</strong> envelope to win<br />
in Ft. Lauderdale.<br />
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An awesome sight. Thirty <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>s<br />
competed at <strong>the</strong> class’ very first World<br />
Championship, sponsored by Audi<br />
in scenic Porto Cervo, Sardinia Italy,<br />
hosted by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda.<br />
Photo by Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> MELGES <strong>32</strong><br />
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP<br />
22-25 SEPTEMBER | ST. FRANCIS YACHT CLUB | SAN FRANCISCO, CA<br />
W W W . M E L G E S 3 2 . C O M<br />
©2009 Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan
2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series, Malcesine. ©2009 Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan<br />
Event No. 1 .................................. March 26-28<br />
Event No. 2.............................. April 30 - May 2<br />
Event No. 3 .................................... June 25-27<br />
Event No. 4 ...................................... July 16-18<br />
The European <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Fleet welcomes all <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>s to participate in<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>2010</strong> Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series. Come and enjoy some of <strong>the</strong> most<br />
beautiful sailing venues in Italy and hottest sportboat racing in <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
www.melges<strong>32</strong>.com • blog.melges<strong>32</strong>.com
International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> President Jeff Ecklund<br />
It has been a very successful year for <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>. To no one’s surprise, 2009 delivered more momentum and major fleet milestones. It all started in<br />
December, a little more than a year ago in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. at <strong>the</strong> largest Gold Cup Regatta ever. We moved on to Key West, <strong>the</strong>n Miami for <strong>the</strong> Grand<br />
Prix where we were <strong>the</strong> largest competing sportboat fleet. We became an ISAF Recognized <strong>Class</strong>, enabling us to conduct our very first World<br />
Championship in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy. It was <strong>the</strong> largest ga<strong>the</strong>ring of <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>s ever (check out <strong>the</strong> impressive starting line aerial photo taken by<br />
<strong>the</strong> legendary Carlo Borlenghi on page 16.) This is <strong>the</strong> ‘real’ power of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>, a perfect combination of strength, ownership integrity and passion for<br />
<strong>the</strong> spirit of <strong>the</strong> class. A very special thanks to Commodore Bonadeo, managing Sports Director Edoardo Recchi and his amazing professional event planning<br />
team at Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, as <strong>the</strong> I<strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong>CA’s first Worlds will be <strong>the</strong> most memorable. Enough can’t be said about <strong>the</strong> superior leadership of <strong>the</strong><br />
European Fleet provided by President Filippo Pacinotti. Congratulations to Pieter Taselaar on becoming <strong>the</strong> class’ first World Champion, and to Carlo Alberini<br />
for winning <strong>the</strong> prestigious 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series.<br />
Progress in <strong>the</strong> U.S. has a lot to do with <strong>the</strong> drive, dedication and passion of North American Fleet President, Stephen Pugh. We held our first intercontinental<br />
event in 2009, <strong>the</strong> North American Championship in Sausalito, Calif. It was a great pleasure to see long-time <strong>Melges</strong> owner Don Jesberg take top honors.<br />
Congratulations also to one of <strong>the</strong> newest members of our fleet, Andy Lovell who won <strong>the</strong> Rolex Big Boat Series coupled as <strong>the</strong> U.S. Nationals.<br />
The <strong>2010</strong> International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> schedule is diverse and well-rounded. Everyone is encouraged to take a close look at <strong>the</strong> USA Sailing Series. Teams<br />
have many opportunities to race in <strong>2010</strong> as we work our way up to <strong>the</strong> World Championship in September. It too will be paired with <strong>the</strong> RBBS (serving as<br />
Pre-Worlds) with full-on Worlds competition held during <strong>the</strong> following week. The legendary St. Francis Yacht Club, along with <strong>the</strong>ir superb race and event<br />
management team lead by John Craig will make it a first-class event.<br />
Ano<strong>the</strong>r grand tour of Audi Sailing Series events is slated for <strong>2010</strong>. In 2008, 17 boats competed in <strong>the</strong> series. We’re pleased to inform of an increase, 26<br />
participated in 2009. The first European Championship will take place in Cagliari, Sardinia and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> has been invited to <strong>the</strong> Audi Invitational in<br />
Porto Cervo. All great events, that we are sure will attract impressive attendance levels. I’d like to extend a very sincere gesture of appreciation to series<br />
sponsor Audi on behalf of <strong>the</strong> class. The attitude of this fleet, and <strong>the</strong>ir concept of racing really complement one ano<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
The <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> is possibly <strong>the</strong> fastest growing class of performance sportboats in <strong>the</strong> world. Everywhere you look — North America and Europe have grown<br />
and continue to grow substantially. We’re expanding our footprint fur<strong>the</strong>r within <strong>the</strong> Australasia region with new owners. It is <strong>the</strong> result of focused owners,<br />
professional builders, reliable sales and distribution, a well-organized class association and targeted marketing effort. Everyone’s continued thoughts and<br />
ideas are of great value. The <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> is <strong>the</strong> best, but we really need every person’s involvement; most importantly your participation.<br />
This year, we have a new executive committee addition. Kip Meadows has accepted <strong>the</strong> position as International Treasurer. He is no stranger to performance<br />
racing and can be seen at regattas all over <strong>the</strong> U.S. I am certain he’ll be a great asset to an already dedicated International Executive Committee.<br />
I would also like to thank Joy Dunigan for her hard work, not only on this <strong>Yearbook</strong>, but also <strong>the</strong> web site, PR and keeping <strong>the</strong> class in order. She works very<br />
hard to make sure everyone is current with <strong>the</strong>ir race documentation and membership. I don’t think we’d be where we are without Joy!<br />
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Jeff Ecklund, International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> President<br />
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International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong><br />
Administrator Joy Dunigan<br />
2009 was a really busy year for <strong>the</strong> I<strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong>CA. With a very successful, first<br />
World Championship in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy and North Americans<br />
in Sausalito, Calif. USA now under our belt, we’re looking forward to<br />
ano<strong>the</strong>r supersonic racing season.<br />
There are a couple of administrative topics that we’d like to touch on such<br />
as crew declaration deadlines and submissions, ISAF <strong>Class</strong>ification and<br />
ordering sail buttons. We can’t stress enough how important it is to get<br />
your crew declarations in on time. In addition to your fellow racers<br />
checking out <strong>the</strong> stiff competition, ISAF is continually looking at <strong>the</strong>se.<br />
The class, in an effort to help owners know if <strong>the</strong>ir declared team is<br />
compliant with class rules, an updated crew declaration form has been<br />
created. In addition to each crew member name, Group and ID No., please<br />
also take note of <strong>the</strong>ir expiration. All <strong>Class</strong>ifications need to be current<br />
while racing, o<strong>the</strong>rwise <strong>the</strong>y will be categorized as a Group 3 sailor.<br />
Be aware that Group 2 Sailor <strong>Class</strong>ification will be eliminated as of<br />
April 1, <strong>2010</strong>. If you are currently a Group 2 sailor, it will be necessary for<br />
you to be re-classified. Stay close to melges<strong>32</strong>.com as ISAF has been<br />
pretty efficient in communicating such changes and additional info to<br />
<strong>the</strong> class.<br />
Per <strong>the</strong> class rules, every year, every team has a allotment of sail buttons<br />
for purchase based on participation. (See I<strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong>CA Rule, G.1.4) All sail<br />
buttons need to be purchased between Jan. 1-Dec. 31 for that year. If you<br />
need to purchase sail buttons before or after an event, please fill out <strong>the</strong><br />
Sail Button Form as downloaded from <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> web site under Rules<br />
& Regs, <strong>the</strong>n mail or fax to class Headquarters in Zenda, Wisc. USA. We<br />
encourage you to purchase <strong>the</strong>se items in advance of events if possible.<br />
Onsite purchase of sail buttons can be completed via <strong>the</strong> <strong>Class</strong><br />
Representative assigned to that event.<br />
Please welcome Niccolo Bianchi, European Fleet Secretary, he is <strong>the</strong><br />
newest addition to our Administrative team. Niccolo can be reached via<br />
<strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> Europe office based in Italy, or via eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com.<br />
As always, an incredible thanks to <strong>Melges</strong> Performance Sailboats and<br />
<strong>Melges</strong> Europe — Harry, Andy, Federico, Charlie, Luisa. These individuals<br />
support <strong>the</strong> fleet in ways too numerous to mention. The class is very lucky<br />
to have <strong>the</strong>ir support, knowledge and experience at our fingertips, as well<br />
as <strong>the</strong>ir passion for <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>.<br />
Should anyone have any questions regarding events, race documentation<br />
submissions, etc. do not hesitate to contact me.<br />
Sail fast!<br />
Joy Dunigan, International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> Administrator | Press Officer<br />
<strong>2010</strong> <strong>Class</strong> Contacts<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> <strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong> <strong>Yearbook</strong><br />
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Builder<br />
<strong>Melges</strong> Performance Sailboats<br />
Andy Burdick T: +1 (262) 275-1110<br />
andy@melges.com F: +1 (262) 275-8012<br />
P.O. Box 1 | Zenda, Wisc. 53195 | USA<br />
www.melges.com<br />
Sales & Distribution<br />
<strong>Melges</strong> Europe<br />
Federico Michetti T: +39 02 94435078<br />
federico@melges.com F: +39 02 94435079<br />
Via Tucidide, 56 (Staz. 21) | 20134 Milano, Italy<br />
www.melgeseurope.com<br />
<strong>Melges</strong> Asia Pacific (Northshore Yachting Services)<br />
Heath Walters T: +61 2 4<strong>32</strong>26958<br />
sales@melges.com.au F: +61 2 4<strong>32</strong>26959<br />
Unit 2/29 Tathra Street | West Gosford NSW | Australia 2250<br />
www.melges.com.au<br />
International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> <strong>Class</strong> Association<br />
International President<br />
Jeff Ecklund T: +1 (954) 522-6411<br />
jecklund<strong>32</strong>@me.com F: +1 (954) 522-3131<br />
M: +1 (954) 298-3100<br />
International Treasurer<br />
Kip Meadows T: +1 (252) 984-3800<br />
kip.meadows@ncfunds.com F: +1 (252) 442-4226<br />
M: +1 (919) 802-1868<br />
European Fleet President<br />
Filippo Pacinotti T: +39 02 93305230<br />
ita.667@gmail.com F: +39 02 933 05400<br />
pacinotti@gmail.com M: +39 348 2<strong>32</strong>3342<br />
North American Fleet President<br />
Stephen Pugh T: +1 (415) 345-3056<br />
spugh@apr.com<br />
<strong>Class</strong> Administrator | Press Officer<br />
North American Fleet Secretary<br />
Joy Dunigan T: +1 (912) 756-6706<br />
joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com F: +1 (912) 756-6728<br />
usafleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com M: +1 (912) 398-5776<br />
European Fleet Secretary<br />
Niccolo Bianchi T: +39 02 94435078<br />
eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com F: +39 02 94435079<br />
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DECEMBER 4 - 6, 2009 | GOLD CUP<br />
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL<br />
EVENT NO.2<br />
JANUARY 18 - 22 | KEY WEST RACE WEEK<br />
EVENT NO.3<br />
MARCH 4 - 7 | MIAMI GRAND PRIX<br />
EVENT NO.4<br />
APRIL 8 - 11 | CHARLESTON RACE WEEK<br />
EVENT NO.5<br />
MAY 14 - 16 | EAST COAST CHAMPIONSHIP<br />
RYE, NY<br />
EVENT NO.6<br />
JUNE 25 - 27 | SUMMER REGATTA<br />
NEWPORT, RI<br />
EVENT NO.7<br />
JULY 29 - AUGUST 1 | U.S. NATIONALS<br />
HARBOR SPRINGS, MI<br />
EVENT NO.8<br />
SEPTEMBER 15 - 19 | ROLEX BIG BOAT SERIES<br />
SAN FRANCISCO, CA<br />
EVENT NO.9<br />
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25 | WORLDS<br />
SAN FRANCISCO, CA<br />
E V E N T S EVENT NO.1<br />
THE MELGES <strong>32</strong> FLEET WELCOMES YOU TO TAKE PART IN THE <strong>2010</strong> USA<br />
SAILING SERIES. COME EXPERIENCE SOME OF THE BEST SAILING VENUES<br />
IN THE USA AND HOTTEST SPORTBOAT RACING IN THE WORLD.<br />
WWW.MELGES<strong>32</strong>.COM | BLOG.MELGES<strong>32</strong>.COM<br />
© Carlo Borlenghi / B-Plan<br />
KEY FEATURES INCLUDE: SPACIOUS COCKPIT AND CLEAN DECK LAYOUT | POWERFUL SAIL PLAN |<br />
AMATEUR/CORINTHIAN, OWNER, DRIVER CLASS | EASY TO SHIP AND TOW WORLDWIDE
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ACURA Key West Race Week<br />
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Since its introduction in 2005, <strong>the</strong> <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> migrates south every January to compete at ACURA Key West Race Week. A fleet of 20+ has become <strong>the</strong> norm. Congratulations to multiple<br />
2009 Acura Key West Champion Jeff Ecklund on USA-<strong>32</strong> STAR, also awarded ACURA Boat of <strong>the</strong> Week. The fleet was also selected as <strong>the</strong> most closely contested of <strong>the</strong> regatta.<br />
Top Five Results<br />
1. Jeff Ecklund STAR 2. Joe Woods Red 3. Jason Carroll Argo 4. Michael Carroll New Wave 5. Derek Campbell Banshee
ACURA Miami Grand Prix<br />
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Reigning 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Champion Pieter Taselaar on USA-169 Bliksem got his foothold on <strong>the</strong> fleet at <strong>the</strong> Miami Grand Prix. He led <strong>the</strong> event from<br />
start to finish, an accomplishment that is rare. The largest fleet in attendance, John Kilroy’s Samba Pa Ti and Jim Swartz’s Q gave him a great run for <strong>the</strong> money.<br />
Top Five Results<br />
1. Pieter Taselaar Bliksem 2. John Kilroy Samba Pa Ti 3. Joe Woods Red 4. Jim Swartz Q 5. Michael Carroll New Wave<br />
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After three days of stiff competition, 2009 <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> North American Champion Don Jesberg on USA-162 Viva proved that <strong>the</strong>re is such a thing as home court<br />
advantage by winning <strong>the</strong> International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>’s very first intercontinental event.<br />
Top Five Results<br />
1. Don Jesberg Viva 2. Stephen Pugh Taboo 3. John Kilroy Samba Pa Ti 4. Philippe Kahn Pegasus 5. Jim Swartz Q
Top Five Results<br />
1. Andy Lovell Rougarou 2. Don Jesberg Viva 3. Stephen Pugh Taboo 4. Philippe Kahn Pegasus 5. Pat Hughes Melvin<br />
2009 Rolex Big Boat Series | U.S. National Championship<br />
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Fresh from competing at <strong>the</strong> North American Championship, fleet newcomer Andy Lovell on USA-136 Rougarou<br />
got into <strong>the</strong> groove on San Francisco Bay to become 2009 U.S. National Champion.<br />
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Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship 2009<br />
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It wasn’t easy, but 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Champion Pieter Taselaar on USA-169 Bliksem sure made it look that way. Taselaar’s triumph started early in <strong>the</strong> season<br />
winning <strong>the</strong> Miami Grand Prix as well as both Scarlino and Cagliari editions of <strong>the</strong> Audi Sailing Series.<br />
Top Ten Results<br />
1. Pieter Taselaar Bliksem 2. Giovanni Maspero Joe Fly 3. Lorenzo Santini Uka Uka Racing 4. Claudio Recchi Team 93 5. Jason Carroll Argo 6. Vincenzo Onorato Mascalzone Latino<br />
7. Francesco Martino Pilot Italia 8. Andrea Cecchetti Bagua 9. Joe Woods Red 10. Filippo Pacinotti Brontolo
2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series | All photos are courtesy of ©2009 Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan, Guido Trombetta | B-Plan, Stefano Gattini | B-Plan<br />
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A First For Everything.<br />
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Hosted by <strong>the</strong> prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and sponsored by Audi, <strong>the</strong> 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship was a great success.
2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series | All photos are courtesy of ©2009 Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan, Guido Trombetta | B-Plan, Stefano Gattini | B-Plan<br />
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More Success.<br />
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Audi’s four-part <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series was filled with plenty of turns and twists, from beginning to end. Excitement lurked around every mark to reveal<br />
Carlo Alberini on his beautiful ITA-186 Calvi Network as 2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series Champion.<br />
Overall Series<br />
1. Carlo Alberini Calvi Network 2. Claudio Recchi Team 93 3. Mauro Mocchegiani Rush Diletta 4. Francesco Martino Pilot Italia 5. Lorenzo Santini Uka Uka Racing
2009 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series | All photos are courtesy of ©2009 Carlo Borlenghi | B-Plan, Guido Trombetta | B-Plan, Stefano Gattini | B-Plan<br />
Audi Power. ©2009 Guido Trombetta | B-Plan<br />
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International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Hall Of Fame<br />
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Entries 2009 Events Champion Sail No.<br />
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30 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship Pieter Taselaar (USA-169)<br />
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7 North American Championship Don Jesberg (USA-162)<br />
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6 U.S. National Championship | Rolex Big Boat Series Andy Lovell (USA-136)<br />
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20 ACURA Key West Jeff Ecklund (USA-<strong>32</strong>)<br />
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23 Gold Cup Regatta Rod Jabin (USA-206)<br />
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19 ACURA Miami Grand Prix Pieter Taselaar (USA-169)<br />
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26 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 4 | Cagliari Pieter Taselaar (USA-169)<br />
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23 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 3 | Scarlino Pieter Taselaar (USA-169)<br />
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22 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 2 | Lerici Roberto Pardini (ITA-172)<br />
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21 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 1 | Malcesine Lorenzo Santini (ITA-1)<br />
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7 East Coast Championship Jim Swartz (USA-007)<br />
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4 Newport Regatta Geoff Pierini (USA-178)<br />
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7 Primo Cup Vincenzo Onorato (ITA-212)<br />
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2008 Events Champion Sail No.<br />
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22 U.S. National Championship Jeff Ecklund (USA-<strong>32</strong>)<br />
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27 ACURA Key West Jeff Ecklund (USA-<strong>32</strong>)<br />
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20 Gold Cup Regatta Marty Kullman | Mike Carroll (USA-131)<br />
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20 ACURA Miami Grand Prix Michael Illbruck (GER-401)<br />
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14 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 5 | Lerici Claudio Recchi (ITA-1)<br />
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11 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 4 | Santa Margherita Ligure Claudio Recchi (ITA-1)<br />
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11 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 3 | Cala de Medici Michael Illbruck (GER-401)<br />
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12 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 2 | Cagliari Claudio Recchi (ITA-1)<br />
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12 Audi Sailing Series Event No. 1 | Malcesine Luigi Melegari (ITA-181)<br />
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9 Rolex Big Boat Series John Porter (USA-<strong>32</strong>)<br />
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3 Newport Regatta David Hoyt (USA-184)<br />
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7 Primo Cup Stefano et Massimo Leporati (ITA-172)<br />
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15 Sperry Top-Sider Annapolis NOOD | East Coast Championship Joe Woods (GBR-700)<br />
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6 Sperry Top-Sider St. Petersburg NOOD Marty Kullman | Mike Carroll (USA-131)<br />
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A complete Hall Of Fame listing can be found online at melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> EUROPEAN<br />
CHAMPIONSHIP<br />
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About The <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> It’s A Lifestyle!<br />
The International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> represents performance one design racing at its very best. With its storied heritage and clean lines, <strong>the</strong> flagship of <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>Melges</strong> keelboat fleet combines big-boat attitude with ease of handling. This sporty challenger can be seen competing all over <strong>the</strong> world at some of yachting’s<br />
most prestigious venues.<br />
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Product Specifications<br />
Length 31 ft 10 in (9,70 m) Beam 9 ft 10 in (3,00 m) Draft 7 ft (2,13 m) Weight 3,775 lbs (1,712.31 kg)<br />
Pure <strong>Melges</strong> Power. ©2009 Guido Trombetta | B-Plan<br />
Sail Area<br />
Main 445 sq ft (41,3 m 2 ) Jib (105%) 254 sq ft (23,6 m 2 ) Asymmetrical Code 1A VMG 1,113 sq ft (103,4 m 2 ) Asymmetrical Code 2A RUNNER 1,302 sq ft (121,0 m 2 )<br />
Asymmetrical Code 0, 100° Reacher 1,302 sq ft (121,0 m 2 )<br />
Key Features<br />
A sleek hull shape, clean deck layout and rig • Powerful sail plan that is easy to sail and fun • Easy to launch via hoist or ramp. When equipped with a gin pole,<br />
it can be rigged without <strong>the</strong> assistance of a crane to step <strong>the</strong> mast • Easy to ship and tow worldwide • ISAF Recognized <strong>Class</strong> • Highly publicized and well-rounded<br />
regatta schedule • Globally supported by an organized <strong>Class</strong> Association • Regularly updated website and blog filled with race reports, photos, video and<br />
more — stay on top of everything <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong>!<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Events Schedule<br />
North American<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> <strong>M<strong>32</strong></strong> <strong>Yearbook</strong><br />
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Host Club Point Regatta<br />
Date Title & Location of Contact Docs. Due<br />
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Jan. 18-22 Key West Race Week Key West, Fla. Joy Dunigan Jan. 8<br />
Winter Championship Series Event No. 2 joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Mar. 4-7 Miami Grand Prix Miami Beach Marina Joy Dunigan Feb. 18<br />
Winter Championship Series Event No. 3 Miami, Fla. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Apr. 8-11 Charleston Race Week Charleston, S.C. Joy Dunigan Mar. 18<br />
joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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May 14-16 East Coast Championship American Yacht Club Joy Dunigan Apr. 23<br />
Rye, N.Y. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Jun. 25-27 Nor<strong>the</strong>ast Regatta Sail Newport Joy Dunigan Jun. 4<br />
Newport, R.I. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Jul. 29 - Aug. 1 U.S. National Championship Little Traverse Yacht Club Joy Dunigan Jul. 8<br />
Harbor Springs, Mich. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Sept. 15-19 Rolex Big Boat Series | Pre-Worlds St. Francis Yacht Club Joy Dunigan Aug. 11<br />
San Francisco, Calif. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Sept. 22-25 <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> World Championship St. Francis Yacht Club Joy Dunigan Aug. 18<br />
San Francisco, Calif. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Dec. 3-5 Gold Cup Regatta Lauderdale Yacht Club Joy Dunigan Nov. 19<br />
2011 Winter Championship Series Event No. 1 Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Feb. 12-14 Primo Cup Yacht Club de Monaco Niccolo Bianchi Jan. 29<br />
Monaco eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Mar. 26-28 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series : No. 1 Lerici, Liguria Niccolo Bianchi Mar. 12<br />
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Apr. 30 - May 2 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series : No. 2 Scarlino, Tuscany Niccolo Bianchi Apr. 16<br />
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<strong>2010</strong> International <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Events Schedule<br />
Host Club Point Regatta<br />
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May 13-16 <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> European Championship Cagliari, Sardinia Niccolo Bianchi Apr. 29<br />
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Jun. 25-27 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series : No. 3 Porto Cervo, Sardinia Niccolo Bianchi Jun. 4<br />
eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Jul. 16-18 Audi <strong>Melges</strong> <strong>32</strong> Sailing Series : No. 4 Malcesine, Lake Garda Niccolo Bianchi Jul. 2<br />
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Aug. 2-7 Copa Del Rey Palma de Mallorca Niccolo Bianchi Jul. 16<br />
Balearic Islands, Spain eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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2011<br />
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Jan. 17-21 Key West Race Week Key West, Fla. Joy Dunigan Jan. 7<br />
2011 Winter Championship Series Event No. 2 joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Feb. Primo Cup Yacht Club de Monaco Niccolo Bianchi TBD<br />
Monaco eurofleet@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Mar. 3-6 Miami Grand Prix Miami, Fla. Joy Dunigan Feb. 17<br />
2011 Winter Championship Series Event No. 3 joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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May East Coast Championship TBA - Accepting Bids<br />
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Jun. U.S. National Championship TBA - Accepting Bids - East Coast<br />
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Aug. World Championship Palma de Mallorca Joy Dunigan TBD<br />
Balearic Islands, Spain joy.dunigan@melges<strong>32</strong>.com<br />
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Sept. Pacific Coast Championship TBA - Accepting Bids<br />
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Sept. Rolex Big Boat Series St. Francis Yacht Club<br />
San Francisco, Calif.<br />
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Dec. North American Championship TBA - Accepting Bids - East Coast<br />
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