There are three spinnaker douses that every Melges 15 sailor should learn and master—the Windward, Mexican, and Leeward douse. Here is a step by step guide on performing these three douses.
How to Gybe a Melges 15
A Gybe is a sailing maneuver used to change a boat’s direction where the stern crosses through the wind. The process might look a little daunting on a Melges 15—having to juggle both a jib and spinnaker—but it actually breaks down quite simply. Follow these steps and practice to master a smooth and fast gybe.