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Hamish Pepper

 

Hamish Pepper—
Star World Champion

Kiwi Speedteam sailor Hamish Pepper rocketed to fame in the Star class when in 2006 he became Star World Champion in his rookie year. Hamish took 9th in the Star Class at the 2008 Olympic Games and served as tactician aboard BMW Oracle Racing for the Louis Vuitton Pacific series. Hamish says he has a "massive desire" to compete in the 2012 London Olympics as well as be part of a winning America's Cup team.

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Hamish Pepper
Harken Speedteam Sponsored sailor Hamish Pepper

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Tips from Hamish

You made a fantastic transition from the Laser to the Star. What are the differences tactically?

Hamish Pepper: Essentially there aren't many differences. You still need to start well and point the boat in the right direction. There's more chance for speed differences in the Laser because the skipper's weight can be a factor depending on conditions.


Do you prefer a tactical to a boatspeed race?
HP: enjoy the challenge of a tactical race because it can make or break a regatta.


You and your Star crew Carl Williams finished 4th at the 2008 Bejing Games.
How did you divide skipper/crew responsibilities?

HP: Upwind it's easier for me to see what the breeze is doing so I mainly take control of decisions. My crew often helps spot the top mark, opposition and layline. Downwind, he helps me with decisions on which way to go, wind and opposition.

Where did you lead your control lines?
HP: Most of the jib controls led to Carl, while a few fine-tuning controls led back to me. Some people like controls for everything, but I try to keep controls as simple as possible so we can concentrate on where to go, not how fast we can get there!


How do you prepare the boat for racing?
HP: I wipe it down with McLube™ to make sure there are no scratches or bumps anywhere.

Do you have any creative uses of Harken fittings on boats you race?
HP: I don't have to get creative with our deck gear because Harken has a block or fitting for all my needs.


Do you have specific rigging tricks you can share with us?
HP:I believe in the North Sails and Quantum Sails tuning guide bibles.

How do you handle stress?
HP :I believe I handle it well, not letting the moment get to me too much.


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