Melges 24
4/5
people
<25
knots
3
boats
30+
NTNUI Sailors
Resources
Tuning Guide – Ullman
Document prepared by Ullman Sails for optimal rig tuning of the Melges 24 racing boat. It serves as a detailed guide for sailors looking to fine-tune the rig for different wind conditions, with the goal of maximizing speed and control. The guide provides specific measurement methods, recommended settings, and practical adjustment tips for light, medium, and heavy wind.
Tips & tricks
“Tips and Tricks – Melges 24” is an experience-based document for sailors looking to improve both speed and maneuverability with the Melges 24. It provides practical advice on rig tuning and sail trimming.
Crane Use and Launching
Here you’ll find a short and practical guide for launching a Melges 24 at Trondhjems Seilforening. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to use lifting straps, the keel crane, and the boat crane, with adjustments for both high and low tide. Please note that a certified crane course is required to operate the crane.
Rigging/Derigging on the Water
“Rigging and Derigging on the Water” is a practical checklist for setting up and taking down the rig of a Melges 24 while the boat is in the water (not on land). It covers everything from rig tension and sail setup to mooring, sail packing, and general preparation. The document is useful for ensuring efficient and safe handling of the boat before and after sailing.
Post-Regatta Checklist
“Post-Regatta Rigging Checklist” is a simple reminder list to ensure the proper rigging of a Melges 24 after returning to Trondheim from a regatta elsewhere. It covers assembly of rigging, sails, and equipment, checking fuel and accessories, and organizing gear both onboard and onshore. A practical tool to make sure the boat is ready for the next sail.
Tuning Guide Rev. R6a
“Melges 24 Tuning Guide Rev. R6a” by North Sails is a comprehensive and detailed guide for optimal rigging and sail trim of the Melges 24. The document covers everything from basic preparation and mast/rig adjustments to specific trim tips for the mainsail, jib, and gennaker under various conditions. It also includes rig tension tables and wind-specific tuning settings, along with recommendations for maneuvers and handling on the racecourse. Well suited for sailors aiming to get the most performance out of their boat.
How to Set the “Base” on a Melges
“How to Set the ‘Base’ on a Melges” is a short and practical guide for rigging a Melges 24. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to measure and adjust mast rake and rig tension using a PT-2 tension gauge. The goal is to ensure the mast is straight and that the correct rig tension (16 on the outer shrouds and proper adjustment of the inner shrouds) is achieved while setting the rake to 11.140 meters. The guide includes tips for stretching the rig and a link to a demonstration video. Useful for sailors seeking precise and efficient rigging.
Melges Report Form
The form is used to report damage or wear that the Melges committee can follow up on and repair as needed.