Those who value and embrace individuality will like Armel Tripon’s project for the Vendée Globe. The solo racer who is from Nantes intends to be at the start of the next race but rather than follow the current and recent trends for design offices and builders, Tripon is electing to go with designer Sam Manuard and to build with a company called Black Pepper ® who to date are better known for building modern classic yachts and small powerboats.
