Archambault 40RC
Skipper: PJ (Peter Davison) – Royal Melbourne yacht squadron
Over the past couple of years, I’ve had several opportunities to sail with PJ aboard Arcadia, an Archambault 40RC, across a mix of club racing, ORCV races, and events including the King of the Derwent in Hobart.
Sailing with this team has always been a genuinely valuable experience. Arcadia is run by a highly efficient, well-rounded crew who know the boat inside out and work together with calm precision. Everything from manoeuvres to sail changes is done with purpose and very little noise, which creates a great environment to learn and stay switched on.
What stands out most is how cohesive the team is under pressure. Watching the way roles are clearly defined, communication stays concise, and decisions are executed without hesitation reinforces how much performance comes from trust and repetition rather than heroics. Every time I’ve stepped on board, there’s been something to take away—whether it’s refined boat handling, positioning, or simply observing how a disciplined team operates race after race.
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Where it All Began
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