THE MELGES 17
An alternative, double-handed scow, the Melges 17 has a reputation for being fast and fun in light or heavy air. A streamlined and sporty scow geared for speed, it is a quick and easy racer with a reputation for being a fun family boat. The rivalry pairings range from husband and wife 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
| 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 |
| ASYMMETRICAL SPINNAKER | 280 sq ft | 26.01 m2 |
| CREW | 2 | |
