@nicoboidevezi

Rosalyn Liu7 months ago

7 months ago

Could not recommend Nico more highly + we are mixed ability family crew with young kids + one of us has been sailing for over 40 years, the other has more limited experience + Nico came with us from Brittany to Gran Canaria and all four of us learnt so much about boat handling, general seamanship, weather routing and more + he began helping us a week before he even set foot on the boat; discussing passage planning, weather outlook and our decision making as to when to leave, given we would be crossing Biscay at a less than an ideal time of year + tailored and clever with his approach - all advice was aimed at empowering us to make our own decisions and we finished the 10 days with so much confidence for the rest of our transatlantic journey + a very thoughtful teacher - even at 3 am on watch handover + so easy to have around the boat in general, which is important for a long offshore journey - pitched in with chores as needed and even gave the kids a weather lesson We feel very lucky to have been referred to him and would go straight back to Nico without looking elsewhere should we need someone in the future.

Amy Gallagher7 months ago

7 months ago

Nico was an absolute pleasure to have on board for 5 days of shakedown on our Outremer 52. I needed someone who specialized in NKE as well as Adrena/Octopus electronics. Nico helped during the configuration process by helping me understand which hardware does which functions. Then many months later came on board to teach me how to use them as they were all new to me. He went through the software with a fine tooth comb getting out all the bugs, helping to set it up correctly, testing the auto pilot and backup auto pilot etc. But he also taught us his method of everything seamanship. And, I heard he is a great cook although I never got to partake. My husband and I highly recommend Nico for all your needs. He does it all and does it very well.

Anna Lawson-Dick8 months ago

8 months ago

We had a brillant sail with skipper Nicolas. He was very professional and keen to teach us. Nicolas is a very good and experienced sailor. He is an excellent teacher/trainier and was always making sure we understood. Our objective was to train some sail trimming and we feel that this goal was met. Nicolas is the best skipper/trainer we have had so far.

Victoria Jolly Sloboda3 months ago

3 months ago

Nico taught our teenagers' during a busy February half term. We couldn’t have asked for a better instructor! He struck the perfect balance between being fun and technically excellent — exactly what you need with teens. They respected him immediately, felt completely at ease, and were excited to ski each day — even in heavy snow and poor visibility. That’s not easy to achieve. The progress was clear. Their confidence improved enormously, their technique became noticeably stronger, and they were challenged appropriately without ever feeling out of their depth. He pushed them in the right way and built real resilience on the mountain. What impressed us most was his ability to read them individually — knowing when to encourage and when to challenge. They came off the slopes proud of themselves and motivated to keep improving. Nico is an incredibly talented skier — truly impressive to watch. We would 100% book again and highly recommend him for all abilities. Thank you for an amazing week!

matt cole3 months ago

3 months ago

Nico was great, patient with a beginner then we did some good off piste in the pm. Very easy to get on with and fun to ski with. Matt, UK

johnny eastwood1 year ago

1 year ago

I’ve had the pleasure of skiing with Nico on two occasions in Val d'Isère, and I can’t recommend him highly enough! Our group ranged from ages 7 to 50, with various skill levels, and Nico excelled at accommodating everyone’s needs. From the start, Nico's emphasis on safety was reassuring. He ensured that we felt secure while also pushing our limits with challenging runs and exercises that significantly improved our technical skills. His ability to adapt to each individual’s ability meant that everyone in our group left feeling more confident and accomplished. Nico is not only a fantastic guide but also an excellent instructor. His knowledge of the slopes and skiing techniques is impressive, and his friendly demeanor makes learning enjoyable. We all appreciated his patience and encouragement, which helped us grow as skiers. If you’re looking for a ski guide who combines safety, skill development, and fun, look no further than Nico. You’ll be in great hands!