M24 Results
2006 Melges 24 Gold Cup
Presented by Boston Meridian Merchant Banking
August 18-20, 2006
Hosted by Sail Newport and the Newport Melges 24 Fleet
Join the Melges 24 Fleet in Newport for racing on spectacular Narragansett Bay! What makes Newport the favorite among sailors from around the world will be the venue for our Annual Gold Cup. We look forward to superlative race management by Sail Newport and PRO Sue Reilly for three days of offshore racing.
Contact Sail Newport if you would like to bring your boat early or stay late. Transient storage is available for a reduced fee - Contact Adam DeSantis.
The backdrop for the Gold Cup is the quaint seaside village of Newport, RI. There is plenty to do after racing or for family members who want to come to the regatta. Check the NEWPORT INFO for information on Mansions, beaches, restaurants, shopping, pubs, entertainment and recreational opportunities in Newport.
Please make your housing arrangements as soon as possible as Newport is very tight in the summer months. We recommend that you contact Debbie Miller who can help find inexpensive, family priced or luxury accommodations Newport Housing Website.
REGATTA SCHEDULE (Revised: 8/4/06)
Thursday, August 17
1200 - 1900: Mandatory check-in and crew weigh-in
Friday, August 18
1200: First Warning Signal
After Racing: Post-race beer social
Saturday, August 19
0800 - 0900: Crew change weigh-in only
1100: First warning signal (REVISED)
After Racing: Post-Race social at Sail Newport (REVISED)
Sunday, August 20
0800 - 0900: Crew change only weigh-in
1100: First waring signal (REVISED)
After Racing: Awards social
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Click above photo for Newport info!
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