Registration Opens for 2026 Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race

Sailors depart Annapolis and set their course for Bermuda during a previous edition of the 753-nautical-mile offshore race. Courtesy Bermuda Ocean Race

Sailors with a taste for bluewater adventure can now mark their calendars: Registration is officially open for the 2026 edition of the Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race (A2B). Scheduled to start June 5, 2026, the biennial offshore event invites racers and cruisers alike to take on the 753-nautical-mile passage from the Chesapeake Bay to Bermuda.

First held in 1979, A2B combines the tactical complexity of sailing down the Bay with a true ocean leg that includes crossing the Gulf Stream en route to the island’s pink sand shores. The course and its challenges—navigational, meteorological, and personal—have made the race a rite of passage for many East Coast sailors.

“In every edition, sailors fulfill a lifelong ambition of navigating to Bermuda under sail,” said Bert Bossar, Chair of the A2B Race Organization Committee. “Whether it’s a seasoned offshore crew or a cruiser making their first bluewater attempt, A2B offers a rare mix of adventure and preparation.”

The 2026 race is once again backed by Mustang Survival, a long-standing brand in the marine safety space. In addition to title sponsorship, Mustang Survival will co-host a Safety and Boat Preparation Seminar at Annapolis’ Eastport Yacht Club (EYC) on November 15, 2025, helping crews prepare for the physical and mental demands of the race.

Both EYC and Bermuda’s Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club will serve as host clubs, offering racers full-service shoreside support, community engagement, and warm welcomes at either end of the passage.

A2B has long promoted the art and discipline of ocean navigation, seamanship, and safety. With more than 600 yachts and thousands of sailors having participated over the years, the event remains one of the longest and most challenging offshore races on the East Coast.

Skippers interested in learning more, registering for the race, or reviewing past race results and preparation materials can visit bermudaoceanrace.com.

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