Meet Tim Kent

A Father. An Adventurer.

Tim Kent is a father, an experienced sailor and adventurer, known for his remarkable journey in solo offshore racing. In October 2027, he will embark on the Global Solo Challenge, a demanding non-stop race around the world that will begin and end in Vigo, Spain, lasting over four and a half months at sea.

A Proven Offshore Racer.

Tim previously competed in the 2002/2003 Around Alone Race, where he made history as its oldest finisher at the age of 50. With a rich background in educational publishing and a lifelong passion for sailing, Tim launched his racing career in the Great Lakes from his home base in Milwaukee.

Onward to the global solo challenge.

His dedication to the sport led him to self-fund his first around-the-world race, where he unexpectedly finished second in his class, solidifying his reputation in the global solo sailing community.

Sailing Accomplishments

100,000+

Lifetime Miles Sailed

Accumulated approximately 100,000 lifetime miles sailed

2nd in Class

2002-2003 Around Alone Race

Finished second in Class 2 of the 2002-2003 Around Alone Race on an Open 50

Chicago to Mack

Multiple Years

Competed in the Chicago to Mackinac Race multiple years

Notable Races & Events

  • Port Huron Race
  • Great Lakes Singlehanded Society's Solo Mac Challenges
  • Newport to Bermuda Race
  • Port Huron Race
  • Great Lakes Singlehanded Society's Solo Mac Challenges
  • Newport to Bermuda Race

Training for the world's toughest race

To successfully prepare for a short-handed or solo sailing race, one must master various disciplines. Key skills include practical and satellite navigation, advanced weather forecasting, and the ability to perform regular preventative maintenance and emergency repairs while underway. These skills are best developed through hands-on experience in real conditions - this is why the same condition(s) training is a key part of Kent Racing.

Training Races & Qualifiers

Jun 19, 2026
Newport to Bermuda Race
Jun 28, 2026
Bermuda Shorthand Return
Jul 1-21, 2026
Solo Qualifier for GSC
Aug 14, 2026
Ida Lewis Distance Race
Sep 4, 2026
Vineyard Race
Sep 17-20, 2026
Newport Boat Show
Oct 15-18, 2026
Annapolis Boat Show
Jan 2027
Fort Lauderdale to Key West
Feb 2027
Nassau Cup Ocean Race
May 2027
Around Block Island
Jun 2027
Bermuda 1-2
Jul 2027
Delivery to Vigo, Spain
Oct 17, 2027
Global Solo Challenge
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