FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
U.S. MELGES 24 CLASS ASSOCIATION
12 OCTOBER 2007
Annapolis, Md.; Eastport Yacht Club - Thirteen Melges 24s are currently
signed up to race at the 2007 Northeast District Championship (NEDC),
October 19-21 with expectations topping out with twenty to twenty-five
total. Among those already registered to win is two-time Melges 24 U.S .
National Champion Neil Sullivan on ‘M-Fatic’ and 2007 Corinthian World
Champion Othmar Blumencron on ‘Gannet’. From Los Angeles, California;
runner-up in Lake Geneva at the Fall Championship and third at Nationals
is Alan Field on ‘WTF’.
In addition to the steady increase in participation, the 2007 NEDC is
proud to announce official sponsor support from Annapolis Performance
Sailing ( www.apsltd.com), Gale Force Sailing (www.galeforcesailing.com)
and formally — Iniki.com (www.iniki.com ). Quantum Sails
(www.quantumsails.com) is the official sponsor of the 2007 Melges 24
NEDC Corinthian Competition. Early Corinthian entries are welcome.
Download a Corinthian Declaration Form at this link:
http://www.usmelges24.com/pdfs/USMCACorinthianDeclaration.pdf. Forms can
be faxed to (912) 756-6728. Please remember that in order to be
considered, not only does the helm need to be classified by ISAF, the
entire crew also needs to have gone online and registered. If you have
any questions in regards to your eligibility please contact USMCA
Communications Director, Joy Dunigan on email at
communications@usmelges24.com.
For competitors who have yet to confirm, visit the Official Event
Website (www.annapolismelges24.com ), register online
(http://race.eastportyc.org/eyc/DesktopDefault.aspx), view an entry list
( http://race.eastportyc.org/eyc/RegattaModules/ViewRegattaEntries.aspx),
download an NOR (http://www.annapolismelges24.com/NoticeOfRace.html)
plus much, much more such as lodging and accommodations options, etc are
now available.
ANNAPOLIS PERFORMANCE SAILING
One of the most recognized businesses in the sailing industry and head
quartered in none other than Annapolis, Maryland, Annapolis Performance
Sailing ( www.apsltd.com) strives to be a “Melges 24 and more, one stop
shopping store.” From foul weather gear, hardware, line and accessories
for sailors and sailboats, to prams and grand prix keelboats, APS stocks
items with your completed needs in mind. APS also offers a rigging shop
known for its top-quality splicing and swaging.
GALE FORCE SAILING
Kicking off the 2007 NEDC event, Annapolis’ own Gale Force Sailing
(www.galeforcesailing.com) will be conduct a three hour tuning and
practice clinic on Friday, October 19. From 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., Gale
Force Sailing’s coaching staff will be seen on the water running
starting, boat handling and speed testing drills.
INIKI.COM
A growing and evolving company, Iniki.com (www.iniki.com ) is dedicated
to working with sailors to make sure they are fully prepared and
comfortable while racing. Established by a racing professional and grand
prix boat owner, sailors can rest assured that will they get great
service and products. When they are on the water they can let their gear
deal with the elements while letting the team concentrate on racing the
boat to its full potential. They are also responsible for the official
2007 NEDC Regatta T-Shirt
(http://www.iniki.com/p-70-regatta-tee-shirt.aspx). Everyone is strongly
encouraged to get orders in by Monday, October 15. Pre orders guarantee
shirts at the event. Iniki.com is also offering a 15% discount to those
that spend over $75 (not including shipping). Go to Iniki.com
( www.iniki.com) and use coupon code: eyc15 when checking out.
QUANTUM SAILS
A long-time, strong supporter of the U.S. Melges 24 Class, Quantum
Sails’ (www.quantumsails.com ) success has been all about the people.
With a staff of world-class, knowledgeable and experienced sailors, the
focus is the success of their client’s projects based on hands-on
interaction. This year that dedication and unwavering support for the
Melges 24 Class comes in the form of sponsoring the NEDC Corinthian
Competition.
The Melges 24 is designed by Reichel Pugh (www.reichel-pugh.com) and
considered the most unique one design sportboat in the world as well as
one of the fastest-growing classes of high performance yachts. More
information can be found at the Official Web site of the U.S. Melges 24
Class Association (USMCA, www.usmelges24.com ), and the International
Melges 24 Class Association (IMCA, www.melges24.com).
If you would like to receive press releases and/or photos for this event
please contact Joy Dunigan, 2007 Melges 24 Northeast District
Championship Event Press Officer/USMCA Press Officer via email at
communications@usmelges24.com, or on mobile at (912) 398-5776.
Gale Force Sailing will provide starting, mark rounding, and speed practice for Melges 24 competitors at the 2007 Melges 24 Northeast District Championships.