Sailor Profile: Iver Ahlmann (GER)
- 2020 Musto Skiff GER National Champion / 2020 Musto Skiff Class Kieler Woche Champion
- 2018 Musto Skiff GER National Champion (1st GER)
- 2017 Musto Skiff GER National Champion
- 2017 Musto Skiff GER National Champion (1st GER)
- 2015 Musto Skiff GER National Champion
- 2014 Musto Skiff GER National Champion (1st GER)
- 2012 Musto Skiff GER National Champion (1st GER)
- 2011 Musto Skiff GER National Champion / 2011 Musto Skiff Class Kieler Woche Champion
- 2010 Musto Skiff GER National Champion
Here is a Q&A that was completed by MUSTO Skiff GER 2012 National Champion Iver Ahlmann
What got you into the MUSTO Skiff class?
An article about the launch of the MUSTO Skiff in Yachts & Yachting which I read when I was at school back in 1999. It took me 8 years to save up and get one.
What have you sailed previously?
Optimist, Europe and 29er
How old, tall and heavy are you?
30 years, 178cm and 65kg
How much training did you do in the MUSTO Skiff in the year prior to the champioship win?
One or two days a week, more nearer the event.
Did you do any specific training exercises to improve your boatspeed & handling?
Short course training to improve boat handling and fitness.
What were your rig settings (Rake, tensions (shroud & lowers) spreaders (length & deflection))?
Rake: 7220mm
Shroud/Lowers: 28/8
Spreader length: 380mm
Spreader Deflection: 120mm
What did it feel like to lift the trophy at the prize giving?
I was rather chuffed, it was my biggest sailing achievement by far.
Do you have any sponsors?
No
What other hobbies do you have?
Photography, Skiing, Cycling, RC Gliders
Are you married / have any kids?
Not married / No kids
What is your favourite band/music?
I have a favourite record label: ECM (Jazz)
What’s your favourite food?
Japanese
What is your day job?
Engineer
What else show we all know about you and your sailing?
It was Richard Stenhouse who taught me how to sail a skiff.
