Maximising boat speed, and the art of simplicity, with Guillaume Seynhaeve

Maximising boat speed, and the art of simplicity, with Guillaume Seynhaeve

This week I sat down with Guillaume Seynhaeve—seasoned racer and accomplished helmsman—for an engaging conversation on the art of driving a keelboat. From mastering boat speed to simplifying race strategy, Guillaume eloquently shares invaluable insights gained from decades of sailing experience, including everything from semi-circumnavigations to competitive world championships.

It's an episode I was really looking forward to, and it didn't disappoint! We dive into starting line tactics, the importance of rig tuning, the concept of “feel” when helming, and why simplicity is often the key to success on the water. Guillaume’s passion and clarity make this episode a must-listen for sailors of all levels.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or gain a fresh perspective on racing strategy, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and thoughtful philosophy. Join us for a fascinating masterclass on driving fast and smart!

Note that my new studio needs to be optimised for sound...apologies if it's a bit boomy in places.

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Sail Faster with Data: Free Racing Analytics with Lasse Schmidt Westrén

Sail Faster with Data: Free Racing Analytics with Lasse Schmidt Westrén

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Steve Hunt Part 2: How the Best Sailors Keep It Simple!

Steve Hunt Part 2: How the Best Sailors Keep It Simple!

In Part Two of our conversation with three-time world champion Steve Hunt, we go deep into the tactical decisions that separate good sailors from great ones.  Steve starts with a deceptively simple id...

27 Syys 41min

Steve Hunt on The Racing Fundamentals That Never Stop Working (Part 1)

Steve Hunt on The Racing Fundamentals That Never Stop Working (Part 1)

In Part 1 of our latest conversation with three-time Etchells World Champion Steve Hunt, we discuss racing fundamentals that work at every racing level. Why is sailing in more wind rule number one? Wh...

19 Syys 30min

Cascadia Sailing: Building a Race-Ready Team, with Joy Dahlgren & Chris Wolfe

Cascadia Sailing: Building a Race-Ready Team, with Joy Dahlgren & Chris Wolfe

What happens when 11 sailors who’ve never raced together take on one of the world’s top women’s one-design regattas? You buy the only IC37 on the West Coast and start practicing.Pete talks with Cascad...

31 Elo 35min

How to Sail Faster—Whatever Your Boat's Rating

How to Sail Faster—Whatever Your Boat's Rating

Racing under handicap can feel frustrating—but is your rating really the problem?  After joining the J/105 Javelin for the IRC Europeans, I came away convinced that the best teams don't spend their we...

28 Heinä 29min

Beneteau First Series and the "Effortless Joy of Planing"

Beneteau First Series and the "Effortless Joy of Planing"

Modern sailboats have evolved dramatically—but has yacht racing kept up?  In this episode of Sailfaster, Pete talks with Andraž Mihelin, co-founder of Seascape and the force behind the Beneteau First ...

20 Heinä 35min

What It Takes to Race a 50-Foot Performance Catamaran - With Tom Kassberg

What It Takes to Race a 50-Foot Performance Catamaran - With Tom Kassberg

Tom Kassberg's the owner of Malolo, one of the fastest performance cruising catamarans in the world, with victories in the ARC and class honours at the Caribbean 600.  In this episode, Tom joins Pete ...

1 Heinä 43min

Tom Slingsby: Decision-Making At 80 KPH!

Tom Slingsby: Decision-Making At 80 KPH!

Olympic gold medallist, America’s Cup winner and SailGP superstar Tom Slingsby joins Sailfaster from San Francisco airport for a fascinating deep dive into what it takes to perform at the highest leve...

23 Kesä 33min

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