2009 AUDI MELGES 20 PRESENTATION

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The document presents the Audi Melges 20, a sportboat designed by Melges Performance Sailboats. It highlights the company's history of delivering high-quality scows and sportboats, emphasizing the unique experience offered by the Audi Melges 20.

Product Specifications
The Audi Melges 20 is a 20-foot sportboat with a beam of 7 feet and a draft of 4 feet 6 inches. It weighs 1,146 lbs and features a sail area comprising a main sail of 172 sq ft, a jib of 88 sq ft, and a spinnaker of 430 sq ft. The boat accommodates a crew of 2-4.

Design Features
The boat boasts a modern design with a square top mainsail, a comfortable cockpit, and a simple deck layout. It includes advanced features such as a carbon fiber rig, retractable keel, and a high aspect rudder system. The design emphasizes ease of use, with no winches or mainsail traveler, and is suitable for a wide range of sailors.

Philosophy and Experience
The philosophy behind the Audi Melges 20 is to provide a sophisticated yet simple sailing experience. It is designed to be easy to rig, launch, and sail, appealing to sailors of all ages and skill levels. The boat is a strict one design, ensuring consistency and performance.

Sponsorship and Recognition
Audi is the international title sponsor for the Melges 20, enhancing its prestige and support in competitive sailing. The boat has been recognized as the 2009 One Design Boat of the Year by Sailing World Magazine.

Conclusion
The Audi Melges 20 represents the next generation of sportboats, combining advanced design with ease of use. It is positioned as a benchmark in the 20-foot sportboat category, promising a thrilling and accessible sailing experience.

Catalog excerpts

2009 AUDI MELGES 20 PRESENTATION Melges Performance Sailboats by Melges Performance Sailboats Andy Burdick MELGES.COM • MELGES20.COM • MELGES.COM.AU • MELGESEUROPE.COM

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MEASURE THE MELGES DIFFERENCE. For more than sixty years, Melges has delivered superior built scows and sportboats across the country and around the world. Successfully we have designed, manufactured and provided continuous customer service and support unlike anyone else. Every boat comes complete with high-end accessories, race ready - that is The Audi Melges 20 Experience. Signed, sealed, endorsed and delivered by the best, for the best. MELGES.COM MELGES20.COM MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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SAILING MADE SIMPLE. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SAIL AREA MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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DECK PLAN MELGES.COM • MELGES20.COM • MELGES.COM.AU • MELGESEUROPE.COM

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DESIGN FEATURES • Overall modern appearance including a beautiful square top mainsail • Smooth comfortable design throughout with large radius edges • Large comfortable cockpit with simple to sail deck layout • Enclosed interior with access while sailing • Sail stowage below deck when not sailing • High freeboard for a dry ride • Flat stable aft planing hull sections • Fine bow entry for upwind performance • Carbon fiber 'M' rig setup for the ultimate in performance, • Cool carbon spar with clear coat finish • Shroud tracks for no adjustment on turnbuckles while sailing • Above boom vang system...

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DESIGN FEATURES (Continued) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Custom trailing package that is easy to tow behind any vehicle Easy to rig, launch and retrieve from a boat ramp Easy to launch from a hoist with a single point lift No mainsail traveler No backstay Legs in with no hiking Anti-hiking backsider pads for greater comfort and safety with black powder coated support stanchions Large foot rests on cockpit floor Motor well in deck for motor stowage and easy access Emphasis on youth and female participation No crew weight rule Open to all sailmakers Easy to ship — two boats in...

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The Audi Melges 20™ fulfills the need for a more compact, yet spacious, fast, well-built sportboat. With its introduction, Melges Performance Sailboats is proud to deliver the next generation in sailboats. An exclusive Reichel/Pugh keelboat design, it is advanced in every respect. It will be simple to sail, made with high quality materials, beautiful and very easy to rig with wide appeal to many skill levels, ages and genders. MELGES.COM MELGES20.COM MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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The philosophy behind the Audi Melges 20 was to create a sexy boat with beautiful lines, while at the same time providing a unique and sophisticated sailing experience. It is modern, ahead of the curve, featuring the latest technology and prudent in its use of cutting-edge materials and concepts. Already, upon its brief introduction to the sailing world, it is fast becoming the benchmark for small keelboats. It satisfies the need for more exciting, fun, simplified sailing in the 20-foot sportboat range. Easy to rig, launch and haul, the Audi Melges 20 is a pure joy to sail. Comfortably accommodating...

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EXPERIENCE SAILING. EXPERIENCE MELGES. Comfortably accommodates 2-4 crew No crew weight restrictions • The boat and rig will be a strict one design Sail purchase limitations MELGES.COM MELGES20.COM MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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Melges Performance Sailboats and Melges Europe are proud to announce that Audi has officially been named international title sponsor for the Melges 20. "From the very start, our goal for the Audi Melges 20 was to deliver a boat that was simplistic and sophisticated. With this sponsorship, it has taken another major step toward that goal, ultimately securing its place in sailing history," said Harry Melges, CEO of Melges Performance Sailboats. "For Audi Melges 20 owners, this level of support could not come at a more opportune time." "This new agreement for exclusive worldwide titling came about...

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The same great standard features found on other Melges products like the Melges 32™, Melges 24™ and Melges 17™ — will be included on the Audi Melges 20 such as a smooth comfortable deck with a clean simple layout complemented by a truly cutting-edge design and new, easy, advanced rig set-up. MELGES.COM MELGES20.COM MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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ANDY BURDICK N598 ZENDA ROAD • P.O. BOX 1 • ZENDA, WISCONSIN 53195 USA E-MAIL: [email protected] YACHT DESIGN ALSO OFFERING THE MELGES MELGES.COM MELGES20.COM MELGES.COM.AU MELGESEUROPE.COM

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