Capturing the Spirit of High-Performance One-Design Racing
The Melges IC37 is a race machine designed for the elite Corinthian sailor. Built to level the playing field with strict one-design rules, this vessel is modern, fast, and beautiful in motion. For enthusiasts and owners alike, owning a handcrafted scale model of such a boat is not just memorabilia—it’s a tribute to precision sailing and team excellence.
Abordage has recreated the Melges IC37 in a custom half-hull model, demonstrating its mastery of modern yacht design replication.
A Race-Bred Icon, Now in Miniature
Commissioned by the New York Yacht Club, the Melges IC37 was designed by Mark Mills to offer top-tier racing performance in a crew-friendly, gender-inclusive format. Since its debut, the class has grown rapidly, with fleets competing globally.
Abordage’s model brings this technical marvel to life in a clean, striking format. The half model captures the aggressive reverse bow, wide stern, and low-profile coachroof that make the IC37 instantly recognizable.
Key features of the model include:
- Sleek racing lines in high-gloss composite
- Custom vinyl hull graphics and sail numbers
- Deck hardware detailing in photo-etched metal
- Mounting on a satin mahogany plaque with a race-engraved nameplate
- Accurate keel, rudder, and deck layout in profile
Whether hung in a club room or a private office, this model speaks to those who live for the wind and waves.
Honoring Modern Racing Culture
The IC37 has brought back the Corinthian spirit to grand prix-level racing. Owners race these boats with amateur crews, pushing the emphasis on tactics, skill, and teamwork over raw budget. This has made the class not only competitive, but accessible—raising the bar for one-design events globally.
Abordage, known for traditional craftsmanship, embraces this new age of racing by blending handwork with CAD-assisted accuracy. The IC37 model bridges centuries of sailing evolution, from carved half hulls to composite rocketships.
Not Just a Showpiece
This half-hull model is not merely decorative—it’s used by boatyards and sponsors for presentations and award ceremonies. Teams also order personalized versions for commemorative purposes after major regattas like:
- New York Yacht Club Annual Regatta
- IC37 National Championships
- Rolex Big Boat Series
- Block Island Race Week
Some teams even have their hull stripes, sail numbers, or crew names integrated into the base design.
Staying Ahead: IC37 in the 2024 Racing Scene
In 2024, the Melges IC37 continues to shine on the international stage. With fleets growing in North America and Europe, and events filling calendars from Newport to Cowes, the boat has proven itself not just as a design success—but as a community builder.
The IC37 class remains committed to keeping competition fair, fresh, and fiercely fun, and Abordage is proud to support this movement with handcrafted models that reflect the class’s values.
Order Yours Today
Thinking about commissioning your own Melges IC37 model? Whether for your team, yacht club, or as a personal memento of racing glory, Abordage offers bespoke services tailored to your specifications.
📩 Visit abordage.com or email us to begin your custom build.
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