Gitana 80

Gitana 80 Handbook

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Posted November 5th, 2008 by Loick Peyron
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Gitana 80 - Open 60 Sailboat: A 60-foot monohull (Imoca class).
Skipper: Loïck Peyron
Designed by Farr Yacht Design and put together at New Zealand's Southern Ocean Marine boatyard during the winter of 2006-2007, Gitana Eighty's arrival marked the return of a monohull to the Gitana fleet. Courtesy of its cutting-edge design, this new monuhull is ideal for its prime objective: solo sailing.

Gitana 80 major technical innovations:
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Loïck Peyron - A Candid Chat with the Jedi Master

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03 Nov

As the Vendée Globe fast approaches, Loïck Peyron is preparing his 60 foot yacht Gitana 80 on the pontoons of Les Sables d'Olone for what will be her maiden voyage around the globe. Loïck is no stranger to circumnavigation; this will be his third time traversing the world by yacht, and his second participation in the Vendée Globe.
Vendee Globe Skipper Loïck Peyron Interview
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