16.5′ Melonseed

$33,465.00

This sailing model combines the best of both rowing and sailing.

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Description

Available Now! Stock sailboat – A Timeless Classic with Modern Touches

This stock Melonseed sailing model features a white gel coat deck, dune beige interior, and forest green stripe. Built for both beauty and performance, it includes a stainless steel keel rib strip, tandem sliding seat, storage hatches, jiffy reefing, and additional options can be added.

The Melonseed is a classic design rooted in the Chesapeake Bay, offering a blend of grace, speed, and versatility. At 16’5” with a 64” beam, it provides exceptional tracking thanks to its flat-bottom box keel, allowing it to sit level on docks and beaches. The sealed deck increases freeboard, ensuring comfortable heeling under sail without swamping. With its balanced lug rig, the Melonseed is easy to handle, performs well in light winds, and allows for sliding seat rowing—even with the mast up.

This stock Melonseed is the perfect combination of historical charm and modern convenience, ready for your next adventure on the water! Reach out for details or to reserve it before it’s gone.

*Trailer pictured is not included.  A new trailer can be purchased with the boat.

Included Equipment

  • 16.5′ Melonseed Sailing Rig
  • Balanced Lug Rig, Daggerboard, Rudder and all the sheets & hardware
  • White gel coat deck
  • Forest Green Strip
  • Beige Interior
  • Stainless Steel Keel Strip
  • Tandem Sliding Seat
  • Dry Storage Hatches (Starboard & Port)

*Trailer pictured is not inlcuded, a new trailer can be purchased with the boat.

Optional Upgrades

  • 9′ Spoon Blade Oars
  • Snap In Seat Cushions
  • Carnai Trailer
  • Hinged Tongue
  • Boat Dolly
  • Jiffy Reefing
  • Docking Fenders
  • Boat Cover
  • Tiller Extension
  • eLite Electric Motor
  • Pocket Puller
  • Gear Bag

Specifications

LOA: 16’6″
BEAM: 64″
DISPLACEMENT: 225 lbs (with deck)
PASSENGER RATING: 4 people / 450 lbs
MAX WEIGHT LIMIT: 535 lbs
SAIL AREA: 90 ft2
  • SHIPPING: Pricing assumes local pick up at our shop in Gig Harbor. If you need this boat shipped to you, please contact us for a quote below and provide your zip code.
  • SALES TAX: Washington State residents are subject to sales tax.

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