2027 Mini Transat: New Route for the Next Edition
We are now racing to Brazil!
The upcoming Mini Transat starts in September 2027 with 90 Minis crossing the starting line in La Rochelle, France. The fleet will set off to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the Canaries for a stop over, then race to Salvador de Bahia, Brazil.
A Focus on the Deck
In addition to the hull, JPS has also built the deck completely out of carbon fiber from a mold. The scow bow is a distinctive feature of this boat, with the walkable surface area falling just inside the toe rail and lifelines.
The Campaign Moves to France
Settling into Brittany and seeing the new boat come together.
Driven by Purpose: Seeking a Title Sponsor
From raising awareness to expanding support —together, we’re building more opportunities for veterans.
On Track for a Spring Launch
Updates from my visit to the new boat in January.
Last week I took a quick trip to France to check in on the building of my new Classe Mini 6.50 prototype. There was so much progress since my last blog post and even during the few days I was there.
Metstrade Show & Yacht Racing Form
Productive week of connecting across the marine industry.
Getac: New Technical Sponsor
We are excited to announce Getac is partnering with PGN Ocean Racing and U.S. Patriot Sailing!
Fawcett Boat Supplies: Returning Sponsor!
We are excited to announce Fawcett is once again supporting PGN Ocean Racing!
Launching the Next Mission: The 2027 Mini Transat Campaign
New Design and Build of a Classe Mini 6.50 Proto
After crossing the Atlantic solo in the 2023 Mini Transat, I’m excited to officially announce the launch of my next campaign — a bold two-year effort to win the 2027 Mini Transat.
Fall SITREP
Recapping local Mini racing, Annapolis-Newport Race on a Class40, back in uniform, and U.S. Patriot Sailing
Join us at Miles River Yacht Club, All are Invited!
10 Apr (Thursday) starting at 6 pm in St. Michaels, MD
Yacht Club Talks: Next Up Chicago (5 Apr)
Last weekend (29 Mar): Cruising Club of America (CCA) NY Station
Next talk is 5 April (Saturday) at Chicago Yacht Club AND is open to the public! Make sure to register for the event and come hear all about the race.
Listen to the On the Wind Podcast
New episode where Andy Schell from 59° North and I discuss the Mini Transat
Visit Us at the Annapolis Sailboat Show!
See Terminal Leave and meet the U.S. Patriot Sailing team from 10-14 October 2024.
Race to Solomons
Light Winds and a Long Upwind Sail.
On Saturday, 21 Sept we started the AYC Fall Race to Solomons. This 36 nm long distance race starts near Annapolis off Thomas Point Lighthouse and finishes in Solomons, MD.
Terminal Leave is Back Racing on the Chesapeake Bay
We kicked things off with the Navy Fall Race to Cambridge. In addition to winning our class, we won overall in the ORC fleet!
Spring SITREP
Terminal Leave is back in Annapolis! After 15,000 nm of sailing in Europe, crossing the Atlantic Ocean, sailing through the Caribbean, and up the US east coast, Terminal Leave is finally back home!