Michel Desjoyeaux: The boss
Do we still need to present this gentleman? Michel Desjoyeaux is to ocean racing what Bruce Springsteen is to rock’n’roll. Simply the boss. While he has managed to remain approachable, the winner...
Vincent Riou: The Defender
Discreet, genuine, bordering on taciturn, and… frighteningly efficient. The title holder and race record holder (87 days) has up until now had a perfect score in the Vendée Globe: technical coordinator...
Our philosophy: cruising and racing in harmony with the sea
Since 1970, when Goupe Finot was created, the design of the boats has been adapted to the technologies. The boats are now lighter, while staying as stable and becoming...
In 1976 Eric Tabarly and Gérard Petipas, motivated by their in-depth knowledge of the maritime environment and all activities associated with boating, reinforced by international renown and their widely recognised ability, founded...
