Known to all as "Fanch", this seasoned sailor from Le Guilvinec was introduced to racing at an early age. Fascinated by the world of sailing, François went on to become a recognized professional in the world of ocean racing, both as a technician and as a navigator.
As a youngster, he naturally joined the Finistère 420 dinghy team and raced sport catamarans and liveaboards... After studying business in Quimper, he decided to move into the world of ocean racing. A recognized sailor for more than 15 years, François masters all types of boats, from the technical aspects of boat design to all aspects of sailing at sea: Mini 6.50, Ocean50, ORMA, IMOCA, MAXI...
| Name | PARTAGE |
|---|---|
| Sail number | FRA 20 |
| Architect | Marc Lombard |
| Construction | 2004, JMV, Cherbourg |
| Former names | SILL 2, SILL et VEOLIA, VEOLIA Environnement, VE 1, NEUTROGENA, SAVEOL, ETHICAL POWER, VIVO A BEIRA, KATTAN |
| Length | 18,28 m |
| Beam | 5,50 m |
| Draught | 4,50 m |
| Weight | 9 tonnes |
| Mast height | 29 m |
| Mast type | Mat Aile |
| Foils | No |
| Sail area max. | |
| Upwind | 270 m2 |
| Downwind | 380 m2 |
One thing that can be said with certainty about François Guiffant is that he knows the IMOCA game and its boats as well as anyone.
•••On April 28th, 33 IMOCA skippers, 13 Class40 skippers, including some of the brightest and most talented, and 2 in the Vintage category, will set sail from Lorient. Their destination: New York City, navigating through a …
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