Howth Yacht Club says the Melges 15 dinghy, a new one design boat, is set to arrive in the club later this month.
The boat is touted as a fun, fast and affordable option that has already gained popularity in the USA and established a fleet in Ireland, with ten boats now sailing in Dun Laoghaire Harbour.
HYC is hosting an information night with John Sheehy, from Melges Ireland, on Thursday, 26 October, at 7:30 pm to provide information and answer any questions.
A Melges 15 will be rigged up, and ready to go on the night, and HYC members are also invited to test sail the boat over the weekend of 28-29 October, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day.
As Afloat previously reported, built for stability and with a large, easily handled sail area, the Melges 15 offers the possibility for many crew combinations. In the US, there are family members sailing together, female-only crews and teenage crews, making it a versatile boat for the future of sailing. The Melges 15 is also perfect for parents who want to race with their children, and ideal for students, first-time sailors, and anyone else seeking an affordable, approachable boat.