Sail Faster, Race Smarter: Insights from Stephanie Roble

In Part 1 of my chat with two-time Olympian, Stephanie Roble, we discuss her techniques for mental preparation, visualization, and pre-race routines. We’ll also dive into starting strategy, boat handling drills, and decision-making under pressure, plus the intensity of an Olympic sailing program.  Steph’s an elite skiff and keelboat racer, with World, National, and North American Championship titles across multiple sailing classes.  The 2014 Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year, she partnered with lifelong friend Maggie Shea to pursue her Olympic dream, ultimately competing in two Olympics in the 49erFX Skiff.  A great discussion with Part 2 coming next!

What is Sailfaster: The Podcast For Racing Sailors?

Sailfaster is the podcast for competitive sailors who want to sail faster and win more races. Each episode, host Pete Boland sits down with Olympic medallists, America's Cup and SailGP sailors, offshore racers and coaches to unpack starting technique, boat speed, race tactics, crew management, regatta preparation and race-day mindset — the details that separate the front of the fleet from the rest. Whether you race dinghies, one-designs, keelboats or offshore, you'll walk away with something to use on the water this weekend.