Forum: Racing
08-28-2003
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Replies: 4
Views: 8,304
Melges 24 vs. J80
I own a Melges 24, and while I cannot compare it to a J80 for you, I can answer a few of your other querstions.
We sail PHRF with it in Portsmouth NH. As there were no suitable facilities to dry...
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Forum: Racing
01-31-2003
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,387
Asymetrical VS symetrical
One consideration you may want to factor in is the crew. Do you have a big enough crew to handle the symmetrical? Will they be there every week? Can you get enough practice in to make set, gybes and...
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Forum: Racing
01-31-2003
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,606
Gelcoat vs. painted bottom
geohan,
I did read that posting first, and it was very helpful, but it seemed to address the issue of a bad vs. good bottom. I know from first hand experience that a shaggy bottom can cost you BIG...
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Forum: Racing
01-31-2003
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,606
Gelcoat vs. painted bottom
Need some advice on bottom prep and it''s impact on racing speed.
I have recently purchased a Melges 24 which my racing partner and I will be racing PHRF in New England from May to September and...
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Forum: Racing
01-31-2003
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,034
Trailerable PHRF racer??
Just bought a Melges 24 with my racing partner to race in the local PHRF fleet as well as some OD racing. This 24 footer is lightweight (1800 pounds) and because the keel is retractable, very easy to...
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