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1978 Melges M-16

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Go to Sailing Texas classifieds for current sailboats for sale Melges M-16, 1978 2 sets of sails trailer with new tires rigged for racing recently seen by Harry Melges who commented “Best M-16 I’ve seen” deck and hull solid and clean $1500 OBO

Rig and Sails

Auxilary power, accomodations, calculations.

The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

• SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
• D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
• LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

• D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
• LOA: Length overall in feet
• Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

Since 1999, all new M-16’s have been built using the MC SCOW hull and deck molds and now shares other rigging, such as a single rudder, with the MC SCOW. The main sheet traveller has been done away with and the mast no longer rotates.

Sail Area Main: 108 sq.ft. Jib: 39 sq.ft.

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1998 X Boat

September 10, 2024

CONDITION: Very Good LOCATION: La Crescent, MN ASKING PRICE: $4,500 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (507) 858-1719

1998 Melges X-Boat and Trailer. Race ready with mast, boom, all rigging, mooring cover, and travel envelope. 2 sets of sails: 1) Quantum set used for 2 seasons of limited weekend racing only; North set used for practice only. Has not been on the water this summer due to flooding on the home lake and now we are aged out of the boat. Always stored inside over the off-season. Rebuilt trailer bunks

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September 3, 2024

CONDITION: Needs Work LOCATION: Syracuse, IN ASKING PRICE: $3,490 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (574) 457-3621

The Super Scow 16 was based on the MC scow and is a fast boat for pleasure sailing on a lake. Introduced in early 1995 as a combination of the MC 16 hull and prototype M17 deck arrangement. All new fully-battened main, roller-furling jib, bow launching pole to tack its like new asymmetrical spinnaker. It weighs approximately 360 lbs. Hull/deck solid. Rudder mount needs repair. gel coat dings. More photos available.

2022 Melges 14

August 31, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: Milwaukee, WI ASKING PRICE: $6,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (269) 254-1181

This 2022 M14 is in excellent shape. It did need some hull work done by S&R Marine and overseen by Melges. It has both the Red and Blue sails and both mast extensions, full top and bottom covers, Ronstan 40“ Carbon Tiller Extension, Storage bags (Rudder, Tiller, and Mast), and Dynamic Dolly.

2020 Melges 14

August 29, 2024

CONDITION: Very Good LOCATION: Delray Beach, FL ASKING PRICE: $7,500 Sale Pending CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (954) 444-5012

2020 Melges 14 in very good condition Comes with: M14 custom dolly, Full deck cover, Mast bag, Bottom cover, Rigging

2008 X Boat

August 21, 2024

CONDITION: Very Good LOCATION: Deephaven, MN ASKING PRICE: $5,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (612) 669-5688

2008 Melges XBoat in great condition. Primarily sailed on Lake Minnetonka, MN by sailing families within the Lake Minnetonka Sailing School and Minnetonka Yacht Club families. Includes 2 sets of sails, an envelope cover, and 2007 Glide-On Sno Bird Boat Trailer with bunks. XBoat Aluminum Lift also available for sale, new in 2008 $600, located on Bug Island, Lake Minnetonka, MN.

Melges 17 #178

July 8, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: Frankfort, MI ASKING PRICE: $4,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or (231) 218-0403

THE MELGES 17 A, double-handed scow, the Melges 17 is 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. Light and easy sailing: hull weighs 330 lbs, asymmetrical spinnaker, carbon fiber spar and fully battened mylar sails. Has not been sailed for 8 years, always stored inside. Trailer, 2 sets of sails, padded boom, tiller and rudder bags, all the bells and whistles

Melges 24 #603

June 26, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: Fontana, WI ASKING PRICE: $55,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call 262-275-1110

Melges 32 #156

May 9, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: Tampa, FL PRICE: $58,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (727) 667-2508

Hull number 156 built by SOCA in 2007. **Priced for quick sale. Dry sailed exclusively. Ready to race today. Road ready trailer. Recent bearing and tire service. New Jack. Spare tire, spindle and hub. Dock box. Foam cockpit padding provided, not installed. Custom helm foot bracket. Rudder bearings recently serviced. Spare set upper and lower. Lifting gear, Gin pole with base. New winch on keel crane, wood keel shim. Original 1 piece carbon mast. Hydraulic ram, pump (2022). Halyard sheaves, lock, backstay kicker, spreaders. Original aluminum boom, harken vang system, mast height gauge. Converted to dieform wire rigging 2022 as PBO wasn’t available. Synthetic Backstay. New forestay 2022. New Harken carbo foil 2022. Dieform lower lifeline, Amsteel upper 2022, port side lifeline rollers. Lower lifeline pads. Yamaha 9.9hp electric start. Serviced 2022. 3.5 gal fuel tank. 12v battery. New bilge pump and switch. Two fenders, flares, fire extinguisher, three braided dock lines. Anchor and rode. Tack Tick micro net wireless instrument system. Compass, speed, depth, wind (wireless masthead), 2 Double Maxi displays, 2 Single Maxi Displays. Carbon mast bracket. Windex. Dyneema Jib sheets and cars, changing sheet, spin sheets, tack line, main sheet and fine tune, spin, jib and main halyards. New traveler control and backstay adjuster. Multiple spares running rigging. Spin takedown system with spare belly cords and carbon hatch roller. Hull, deck, mast and bulb travel covers. Mast up sun cover. Sails: 2020 Sail Technologies Technora Main and load path laminate AP jib (beer can racing sails), 2016 North 3DI Main, light, medium, heavy jibs. Serviceable for racing. Various other jibs. 2019 Sail Technologies A5 close reaching kite. 3- Quantum Airex A2.5 runners 1- Quantum Airex a1.5 reaching kite 1- North A3 Heavy air kite. 2- North 2A runners Various spares, tools, lines, tape, cleaning supplies.

2015 C Scow

April 19, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: East Troy, WI PRICE: $26,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (847) 736-4683

2015 C Scow in perfect condition, seriously! Multiple Blue Chip qualifier. The new design C has everything for competitive racing. Options include rubber flooring, remote outhaul and leach. Full top cover – good condition. Envelope cover. Trailer with bunks. 2011 Harecut used sparingly. 2016 I-1 light air. Fast sail. Boat with sails and envelope cover $ 26,000.

2018 Melges Power 26

April 15, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: Pt. Richmond, CA PRICE: $130,000 CONTACT: [email protected] or Call (203) 837-7792

Melges Power 26 - the sweetest center console on San Francisco Bay! 400 hp Racing Mercury Verado Outboard; expertly maintained; fully loaded and ready for 4-season boating w/ custom spray curtains. Four boating with custom spray curtains, completely enclosing center console providing warmth and full protection from the elements. Doors zip up. Can be detached and stored in stbd deck locker. New bottom (2 coats of Trilux) and full 500 hr. Mercury Service completed by KKMI (fall 2023)

FEATURES/EQUIPMENT: 400 HP Racing Mercury Marine Verado Outboard Engine, SeaDek 6MM Teak Anti-Skid Soft Decking (Mocha), C-Zone Digital Switching, Stainless Retractable Gunwale Cleats (Includes 6), (2) Two 800 Bilge Pumps Automatic/Manual, 79 Gallon Fuel Tank, 13 Gallon Freshwater Tank, (2) Two Cup Holders in the Console, Electrical Toilet with Holding Tank, Hydraulic Steering, Electronic Shifting, International Navigation Lights, Horn, Bracket for Single Engine - Porta Hydraulic Transom Bracket, Twin Side Deck Storage Lockers - 169 I ea. / .169 m3 / 5 cu ft., Aft Seat with Cooler (Ice Box w/ drains), Mid-aft Facing Seat with Storage, Forward Under Deck Storage - 350 I / .35 m3 / 12.36 cu ft, Forward Seating with Storage, Under Gunwale Storage for Rods, Nets, Gaffs, Fenders, Paddleboard Paddles, etc., Helm Seating with Flip up Arm Rests and, Bolster Seat, Console with Windshield, Swim Platform Port and Starboard (w/ swim ladder), Composite T-Top with Carbon Posts, Custom Flag Blue Awlgrip Topside Paint, Rubber Rub Rail, Plow Anchor, Chain and Rode & 2nd Anchor (Danforth) in bow locker, Raised Bow Area, Raised Bow Area with SeaDek 3mm Brushed Finished, Bow Layout Area with Upholstery, Removable Layout Bed in Aft Seating Area, Removable Table in Aft Seating Area, Tow Post at Transom for Towing Boats, Skiers and Boarders, Freshwater Shower Hose at Transom, Cup Holders on Console (2), Drink/Rod Holders (4) Rod Holders on quarter (2), Removable Burgee staff and mount for bow, Flag Pole and mount for transom (tow pole), Fenders (3), Mooring Lines (6)

ELECTRONICS: Garmin GPS MAP 7612 J1939 Chartplotter - 12", Garmin GPS MAP 7612xsv Chartplotter with Sounder - 12 ", Garmin 18xHD Radar, Garmin GT51M-TM Transom, Mount Transducer, Icom Handheld VHF Radio, Bluetooth Fusion Sound System with Speakers, Amplifier, Subwoofer, Wet Sounds Premium Sound System, Premium Lighting Package, Lighting in Cockpit, Down Lighting on T-Top, LED Spreader Lights on T-Top (fore & aft), Underwater Lights at Transom

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February 13, 2024

CONDITION: Excellent LOCATION: The Woodlands, TX PRICE: $18,000 CONTACT:  Email Seller or Call (035) 417-3902

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Melges 32 #162

January 26, 2024

CONDITION: Very Good LOCATION: Sidney, BC PRICE: 110,000 CAN CONTACT: Email Seller or Call (778) 325-7975

Zulu Warrior is race ready with an excellent track record in the PNW racing circuit. She has a very large suite of sails all in good condition along with a double axel trailer. Well maintained, she is ready for her next campaigning season. Hull & Decks: Melges 32's deck layout prioritizes efficiency and control. A spacious cockpit for fluid crew movement, with strategically placed winches and controls. Built from fiberglass reinforced epoxy and a PVC fiberglass epoxy sandwich along with carbon fiber spars. Fiberglass epoxy construction: Internally mounted spade rudder, Retractable carbon fiber lifting keel with a lead bulb, Harken #16 self tailing winch (Cabin top), (2) Harken #32 Winches (Cockpit), (3) Spinlock clutches, Bottom faired (2019) Sails and Rigging: Running rigging brand new (2019), New carbon fiber boom (2019), 9’ carbonfiber bowsprit, Stainless steel standing rigging, Sail Locker, North Sails Mainsail (2019), J1, J2, A2 (New 2019), North Sails A1.5 (New 2021), Mainsails, North 3Di, Quantum Laminate, Doyle Laminate, Jib Sails, North Sails 3Di Mi2, North Sails 3Di, Medium/Heavy, North Sails 3Di Heavy, North Sails 3Di light, North Sails 3DL heavy, Quantum Laminate light, Quantum Laminate Medium, North Sails Paneled Mylar Spinnakers, North Sails A2, A0, A3-4, A3-3, 3A-2, A2.5, Quantum R-2 Electrical & Electronics: An all new electrical system was installed with new wiring, energy efficient components along with a brand new suite of Sailmon electronics. The system was simplified, expertly laid out and is easily accessed for maintenance., Salmon 7” display (2021), Salmon E4 processor (2021), Digital Yacht AIS transponder, Standard horizon VHF, HubLion Lithium ion battery. Victron energy smart charger. All new wiring. Boat Equipment, Mercury outboard engine mounted internally, Integral fuel system, Portable fuel tank (10 gallons), Fortress Anchor, Manual bilge pump (cockpit), ACR Global fix. EPIRB, Mast support stand, Boom tent, Dual axle trailer w/storage box

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