From missionary work to solo sailing: How skipper Christopher Langham is preparing for the 2026 Golden Globe Race

Christopher Langham reflects on his motivations for entering the Golden Globe Race, life at sea, and how his faith has shaped his approach to sailing. Here's how he's preparing to sail around the world solo, non-stop, and unassisted with only traditional navigation techniques.

Photo by Christopher Langham.

Christopher Langham is waiting for the ice to melt.

He’s in Hamburg with his OE32, Savoir Vivre Libre. 

At the first available window, they’ll set off for the 4,000 mile...