The January Bacardi Regattas Newsletter outlines key planning information as teams prepare for the 2026 regatta season in Miami. The update highlights the use of Vakaros RaceSense technology for all events, early bird registration deadlines, required boat storage for Melges 24 competitors, partner hotel accommodations, and general logistics to ensure a smooth on-site experience.
Read MoreOn September 19–26, 2026, the global Melges 24 fleet will converge on Harbor Springs, Michigan, for the International Class’s premier event, the World Championship, hosted by the Little Traverse Yacht Club (LTYC). Following the award-winning 2024 World Championship in San Francisco—where The San Francisco Yacht Club received U.S. Sailing’s prestigious St. Petersburg Yacht Club Trophy for Outstanding Regatta Management—the 2026 event aims to build on that benchmark and deliver an exceptional championship experience in Harbor Springs.
Read MoreThe International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA), in conjunction with the U.S. and Canadian Melges 24 Class Associations, has issued the official Notice of Series (NoS) for the 2026 North American Sailing Series, formally confirming the events included in the Series and outlining key updates to the overall championship structure.
Read MoreThe Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series returns to St. Petersburg, Florida, February 13–15, 2026, hosted by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. This highly anticipated event serves as the Melges 24 Midwinters, launches the 2026 North American Sailing Series, and continues the momentum of the Melges 24 Southeast Racing Series.
Read MoreThe International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA) in coordination with the U.S. Melges 24 Class Association (USM24CA), and the Canadian Melges 24 Class Association (CM24CA) are pleased to unveil the initial lineup for the 2026 North American Sailing Series (NASS) schedule of racing events.
Read MoreThe 2026 U.S. Melges 24 National Championship is set for August 14–16 in Traverse City. While full regatta details are forthcoming, participating teams need to act on securing dockage right now.
Read MoreThe 2025 North American Sailing Series (NASS) has boasted a highly competitive season spanning nearly ten events. With nine of ten events now complete, the standings are astonishingly tight — so tight, in fact, that the overall title will ultimately be decided at the forthcoming North American Championship (NAC), held during Bacardi Winter Series No. 1 on January 23–25, 2026 in Miami.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship in Pensacola, FL, delivered an exceptionally robust fleet, showcasing top-level talent in both the Open and Corinthian divisions. The racing was thrilling, the competition intense, and the memories made on and off the water were unforgettable. It’s exactly what owners and sailors have come to expect from this incredible sportboat class.
Read MoreWith the start of the 2025 U.S. Melges 24 National Championship just days away, 40 teams from all across the North American continent and beyond are on the move. Over the last couple of weeks, competitors have been finalizing every detail. From crew compliance and organization to sails, logistics, and measurement, they are gearing up for what promises to be one of the most competitive national championships held in recent years.
Read MoreThe official countdown to the 2025 US Melges 24 National Championship is underway, and in just two weeks time, teams from across the U.S. and around the world will descend on Pensacola, Florida, for one of the most anticipated events on the Class calendar.
Read MoreStorage reservations for the Winter Series and Bacardi Invitational Regatta opens Friday, October 24th at noon — and with limited availability, sailors are urged to act fast. Don’t miss your chance to secure storage and streamline your regatta setup ahead of one of the season’s most anticipated events in Miami.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 Canadian Championship wrapped up September 7th at South Port Sailing Club in Ontario, Canada delivering a thrilling event despite challenging conditions. A total of eight races were completed, with Friday racing cancelled due to high winds and Sunday delayed while the fleet waited for breeze.
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 2025 North American Championship, taking place January 23–25, 2026 in Miami, Florida.
Read MoreAs the North American sailing season winds toward its close, the Melges 24 Class is gearing up for a thrilling run of national championship regattas. It begins with the Canadian National Championship taking place September 5–7, and then the U.S. National Championship set for November 12–16. The stage is set for an exciting end to 2025 that points the fleet toward the new year in Miami.
Read MoreThe 2025 Guardians of the Great Lakes Melges 24 Regatta, hosted by the Grand Traverse Yacht Club in Traverse City, Michigan, once again delivered on its reputation as one of the highlights of the Midwest racing season. This year’s edition, the third of four stages in the 2025 Quantum Sails Melges 24 Great Lakes Cup Series, brought together 22 teams for a weekend of competitive racing and classic Traverse City camaraderie.
Read MoreRegister to race the 2025 Canadian National Championship by Friday, August 1st to avoid the late fee and secure your place on the starting line. It’s a fantastic time of year to sail and an incredible venue to cap off the Quantum Great Lakes Cup Series.
Read MoreDue to multiple conflicts with the Etchells Class and the proximity to the holidays, the Bacardi Team decided not to hold the December event this season. Instead, they have added a new February event to ensure a smoother experience for everyone.
Read MoreThe Melges 24 North American Championship, originally slated for December 12-14, 2025, has officially been rescheduled and will now take place January 23–25, 2026, in coordination with Bacardi Winter Series event No. 1. This three-day event will serve as the perfect kickoff for an exciting year of Melges 24 racing in 2026.
Read MoreThe Columbia Gorge One Design Regatta, held July 26–27 and hosted by the Columbia Gorge Racing Association, delivered classic Gorge conditions—flat water, big breeze, and thrilling downwind rides tailor-made for the Melges 24. The event once again showcased why the Gorge remains one of the most exciting venues for high-performance one-design racing in North America.
Read MoreWith summer in full swing, the 2025 Melges 24 racing season has hit its stride across North America, and the momentum is building. Three major ranking series—the North American Sailing Series (NASS), Quantum Great Lakes Cup (QGLC), and the Southeast Racing Series (SERS)—are now well underway, each delivering thrilling one-design action and elevating the Class and competition to new heights.
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