Melges Revolutionizes High-Speed Sailing with the US Debut of the Dynamic Switch One Design Foiling Dinghy

With the captivating thrill of the ocean wave and the rush of wind in the sails, Melges Performance Sailboats proudly introduces the US launch of the Switch One Design Foiling Dinghy. This cutting-edge foiling dinghy is a game-changer in the sailing world, promising to blend stellar performance with accessibility, transforming the landscape of high-speed sailing. Tasked with national sales, support, and fostering growth for this quickly thriving global one-design class, Melges is ready to make a splash with the Switch.

Conceived by Element 6, the Switch is a high-performance, single-handed foiling dinghy that elevates the standards of sailing. It promises top-tier equipment and quality sailing in a package that is both moderately priced and widely available, aiming to attract sailors across the spectrum, worldwide.

“We’re incredibly excited to bring the Switch to the U.S.”, shared Louisa Nordstrom, the U.S. Dealer and representative for the class. “This boat is not only breaking records with top speeds over 30 knots, but it’s also simplifying high-performance foiling racing, making it more accessible, and bringing the fun back into one-design sailing.”

Having stirred up a storm in Europe and Australia, the Switch class is now gaining rapid momentum in the U.S., with fleets budding in the UK, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, and Australia. It’s no wonder it left a lasting impression at Foiling Week 2025 on Lake Garda, boasting 32 boats, 7 Olympic medals in Sailing, 25% of the fleet being women, and ages ranging from 19 to 64.