PGN Ocean Racing

06/16/2026

When we launched this campaign in October 2025, we knew building a new Mini prototype would be ambitious regardless of timelines.

By that point, work was already well underway. Discussions with designer Sam Manuard had begun nearly a year earlier, the project was taking shape, and construction of the molds was already underway. From the beginning, the objective was clear: build a competitive new platform for the 2027 Mini Transat while continuing to expand support for U.S. Patriot Sailing.

The mission remains unchanged. What has changed is this season’s timeline.

Read the full update here:

When we launched this campaign in October 2025, we knew building a new Mini prototype would be ambitious regardless of timelines. By that point, work was already well underway.  Discussions with designer Sam Manuard had begun nearly a year earlier, the project was taking shape, and constru

06/15/2026

Check out my new article in the June/July edition of SAIL Magazine!

What started as an idea has turned into a new boat, a new campaign, and a shot at returning to the Mini Transat.

Thanks to SAIL Magazine for sharing the story.

Pick up the hard copy magazine or read it online here: https://sailmagazine.com/racing/a-better-build/

06/12/2026

Time for a much needed update from the new Mini 6.50 Proto!

There is a TON of work going into this build with so many parts coming together. Will update you all soon on the new planned launch timeline. Working on a new blog post/email too.

Thank you for following this build and for the support from so many incredible sponsors, partners, and donors to make this possible. We still are seeking a title partner to launch this campaign to the Mini Transat next year!

05/14/2026

This orange Fawcett hat has already crossed the Atlantic once.

Now we are getting ready to do it again with the newest foiling Mini prototype for 2027.

Proud to continue this campaign with the support from Fawcett Boat Supplies, who believed in the project from the very beginning. Thank you!

Visit them locally in Annapolis, MD and check the out online! www.fawcettboat.com

05/08/2026

Check out the new article by Sail-World about this campaign! Thank you David Schmidt for the interview.

https://www.pgnoceanracing.com/blog/sail-world-interview-may-2026

Check out the newest article by Sail-World where we cover the following topics: Lessons learned from 2023 Mini Transat What inspired the switch to a prototype Why a Sam Manuard design Experience on foiling boats Sailing program and goals for next 12 months Move to France How U.

05/02/2026

New campaign. New boat. New race course.

Seeking a title sponsor & partners for the 2027 Mini Transat. Join this purpose-driven campaign as we get ready to launch this new boat!

Learn more at pgnoceanracing.com

04/29/2026

Thank you Scuttlebutt Sailing News for sharing!

Peter Gibbons-Neff is building a new boat for the 2027 Mini Transat, a race in the 21-foot Mini 6.50 Class across the Atlantic Ocean. Held every four

04/29/2026

The new boat is only part of the project.

This campaign is also about mindset. It what drives decisions and preparations that happen long before the Mini Transat starting line.

Check out the full post online at https://www.pgnoceanracing.com/blog/mindset-behind-the-mission for more insight.

Performance matters because purpose matters.

While this race is solo, I am not alone in the campaign. Thank you Jane for all of the support along the way.

Thank you to the sponsors and donors who are helping make this possible. We still are seeking more partners to launch us to the Mini Transat!!!!