After more than 7,200 miles in less than 21 days, the Great Loop Challenge 2026 Powered by Honda Marine has officially completed the Loop in record-setting fashion. The journey tested endurance, determination, teamwork, and the reliability of every system on board, but through it all, the team never lost sight of the mission. What makes this accomplishment even more meaningful is that the finish line is not the end goal. From day one, Captain Red and the Great Loop Challenge team set out to raise awareness and support for the fight against pediatric cancer, with a goal of raising $1 million for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation.
Thank you to every supporter, donor, partner, dealer, marina, and fan who followed along, shared the story, and helped make this journey possible. This achievement would not have been possible without the incredible organizations that stood behind the Great Loop Challenge from the very beginning. Thank you to our partners who contributed their expertise, technology, products, and support to help make this mission a reality:
- Construction: Portā Performance, AkzoNobel, Velocity Powerboats, FARO Creaform, AmeraTrail, RGF
- Human Factors: Ullman Dynamics, TMS Group, Porta Performance, David Clark Company, Power-Pole, Porta Products
- Navigation: TELEDYNE Raymarine, TELEDYNE FLIR Marine, Tocaro Blue, Hefring Marine
- Propulsion: Honda Marine, Portā Products, Sharrow Marine, Seakeeper RIDE, Portā Performance
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Together, these partners helped build the Portā DARK:30 Velocity powered by Twin Honda BF350s into a purpose-built platform capable of conquering one of North America’s most demanding boating challenges, all in support of a mission far greater than the miles traveled: the fight against pediatric cancer. The Loop is complete, but the mission continues. Help turn this record-setting journey into life-changing support for children and families battling pediatric cancer. Donate today.
