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Jim Schwerdt is currently in the process of final price negotiations with the shippers for transporting boats from Europe for the Worlds and US winter regattas.

The long awaited Discussion Forum as well as the Boatfinder / Crewfinder is now available for use. But first, you must REGISTER to be an IMCA Online Member! Be sure to read our RULES OF CONDUCT. All QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, AND FEEDBACK are welcome! WEB SUPPORT is available too!

With 20 entries the Melges 24 class will be the biggest at this year's North Sails Race Week. Raced in the beautiful waters off Long Beach, California, this 3 day event (22-24 June) attracts top competitors from around the world in a wide range of classes.

The Commodore Ferries Melges 24 UK National Championships, run from June11-15 by the Guernsey Yacht Club, attracted 25 entries from the UK and France.

I am currently flying back from Finland having taken part in the Melges 24 Finish Championships. We were invited to take part approximately 2 months ago and with a little friendly persuasion from Tomi Hakola and Ari Bloom we made the easy choice to attend.

Article courtesy of Nigel Young from North Sails. Dear Melges 24 Sailors, I have been asked by the International class to write a few words on the current Jib batten situation.