In a haze of infinite working from home boredom and a deep longing to be back on a racecourse, many hours were wasted pouring over the internet watching videos, searching for tips and techniques, dreaming of what might be the next boat. It was in this mode that the next addition to our home fleet would be added.

Bob and Krista Mosby of Asheville, NC were searching for a boat they could sail together and with their son before he left for college. After looking at everything from outdated, one-design dinghies to the larger sportboats, they found a sweet spot with the modern Melges 15.

Chris Fretz was among the first to sail their new Melges 15 in July. He and a few friends at Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club (Beach Haven, NJ) had been searching for a double-handed boat that could handle their home water’s chop and sand bars. After the teaser was released in early May, they quickly decided that the M15 was the boat they had been waiting for.

Melges Performance Sailboats is proud to announce the latest addition to its lineup, the Melges 15. Designed by Reichel/Pugh and built by Melges, the new double-handed boat prioritizes stability, comfort, ease of use, and performance.