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CREATING A STIR. The 2006 St. Petersburg NOOD Regatta in St. Petersburg, Florida was yet another great success for the Melges 32. Despite the lack of racing due to very light air, sailors, owners, enthusiasts made certain that they gave the M32 a glance at the dock. In a Fleet six boats strong, everyone went fast and looked good at the same time!
Its no surprise that the Melges 32 is the absolute hottest racer! The amount of excitement generated by this supersonic sportboat is phenomenal as it triumphs onward to Miami Race Week, March 9-12. |
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CONGRATULATIONS TO MIKE CARROLL
AND MARTY KULLMAN AS NEW WAVE
WINS THE 2006 ST. PETE'S NOOD!
MIKE CARROLL & MARTY KULLMAN are 2-0 for 2006 in the Melges 32! Not only did they offer a command performance in Key West, they delivered an encore in St. Petersburg at the NOOD Regatta when they topped the likes of Rick Orchard, Jeff Ecklund and Doug Kessler. "Going right off the start, if you are not full-on, full-speed — there's a problem. That's how close this racing is. That's what's fun," said Kullman. Carroll continued, "Marvelous boat, incredible upwind speed. Honestly, I've never sailed faster."
Everyone has only but positive feedback on the M32. Here are what some others had to say:
FRANK McCARTHY, CITY WIFI: The Melges 32 was well behaved and easy to find the groove. In fact, it was so easy we were right up to speed with the other boats right out of the box. With only an hour and a half of practice we came off the blocks equal to the boats that have been sailing for much longer. It is certainly the logical progression for Melges 24 sailors who want a bigger experience. In many ways I found it easier to sail than the Melges 24, which says a lot because the M24 was my benchmark for what an easy to sail boat should be.
DOUG KESSLER, LIBERTY: This boat is absolutely incredible. Make the jump to this boat, it is incredible. Because of how this Class is structured everyone is dead even. Everybody was within 100 yards of each other today, it's extremely competitive.
So there you have it, straight from the owners and crew! This boat is a real powerhouse. For more information, contact ANDY BURDICK at Melges Performance Sailboats, or visit MELGES.COM. |
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ONWARD MARCH TO MIAMI RACE WEEK
MARCH 9-12. The Melges 32 Fleet is officially headed to ACURA Miami Race Week in Miami, Florida on March 9-12. So far, six boats are registered including Brian and John Porter, Mike Carroll and Marty Kullman are back for going for a third consecutive M32 title. Jeff Ecklund, Rick Orchard are scheduled to attend and setting the international stage — from the UK Jonathan Mooney and Joe Woods. Together these racers will hit the starting line with unprecedented speed and aggression. Premiere Racing organizes this outstanding event so if you can take the heat, Miami is the place to be!
PLEASE NOTE: If you plan to attend this regatta, be sure to make dockage arrangements. DOWNLOAD A MIAMI DOCKAGE FORM (Excel) and send it along with your entry. For more information, visit PREMIERE-RACING.COM.
2006 MELGES 32 SPRING
CHAMPIONSHIP | CHARLESTON RACE WEEK
APRIL 4-5.
Charleston, South Carolina always plays the role of a gracious host when it comes to Melges racing! This is where southern hospitality comes standard, as does speed and competitive racing offered by the Melges 32. Don't miss this great event as a terrific parties are always in order beyond the daily racing in this lovely, historic city. For more information, visit the official Web site of the 2006 CHARLESTON RACE WEEK.
MORE M32 REGATTAS SET FOR 2006 & 2007
Mark your calendars and plan to be at any of these incredible Melges 32 events:
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THE PRACTICAL TRAVELER.
The M32 is a dynamic Sportboat package with the ability to facilitate trailing and can be hoist launched at your local yacht club. Another unique aspect is the ability to ramp launch the boat. Simply hitch the custom-built, aluminum Melges Performance Sailboats trailer behind any vehicle and back it into the water. Then, sail fast! It’s just that easy! When equipped with a gin pole, it's a cinch to rig without the assistance of a crane to step the mast. Its ready-to-go personality makes it a pleasure to haul from home regattas to a National Championship.
This is the perfect solution for those that are looking for a larger version of the Melges 24™. It offers all the same great travel features but in a bigger package. Pure speed! Pure simplicity! Pure function! Pure fun!
The Melges 32™ is a superior racer with a big, high performance attitude. It is the culmination of the finest in progressive sailboat engineering and design by Reichel/Pugh, the craft and professional talent of Paul Amon at SOCA Sailboats in Trinidad and Melges Performance Sailboats’ incomparable experience and acumen. The Melges 32 takes one design racing to the next level. For more information about the M32, contact ANDY BURDICK at Melges Performance Sailboats, or visit MELGES.COM. |
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