Welcome to Fleet 5, home of the Rhodes 19 class in Marblehead, Massachusetts.  Fleet 5 is the largest R19 fleet in the country, and also the largest active one design fleet in Marblehead.  We race from Memorial Day through September in racing that includes ultra-competitive Saturdays as well as low-pressure, no-spinnaker Thursday nights.  Our members range from recent college sailors to parents racing with their kids.  Some sail with two and others with three, and many of our most competitive boats are husband-wife teams.  Most importantly, Fleet 5 is a friendly, welcoming group who enjoy each other as much as the racing.  Join us.  Let us know how we can help.

A crowded Fleet 5 leeward mark rounding
A crowded Fleet 5 leeward mark rounding
#982 Mo Hotta Mo Betta running
#982 Mo Hotta Mo Betta running
Busy Fleet 5 start
Busy Fleet 5 start
Fleet 5 awards ceremony
Fleet 5 awards ceremony
Team Lane leads downwind
Team Lane leads downwind

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What’s special about the Rhodes 19? The R19 has flourished for more than 50 years for three reasons; it’s moderately priced, it’s a terrific family boat, and it’s a competitive one-design racer, supported by a strong national class organization. Put them together and you’ll understand why the Rhodes 19 is so popular.