Objectives 2025
• Prepare Stella Nova for high-performance offshore racing
• Complete safety & survival at sea training
• Master navigation, weather routing, and sleep
management
• Boat handling and race trainings
Milestones
• Technical optimizations completed by end of the year
• First offshore trainings under Class 40 conditions
• Solid crew & shore team support structure in place
Roadmap
2025
Preperation Year
2026
Class40 Med Trophy
Focus 2026 - The Second Year
Objectives 2026
• Participate in Paprec 500, CIC Mediterranean
Channel Race, Porquerolle's race and Massilia Cup
Offshore - Trophée Barcelona (single handed)
• Performance optimization of Stella Nova
• Gain offshore racing experience
Milestones
• Strong performance in all key races
• Implement successful optimizations of boat and
team
• Further develop solo offshore skills
2027
Final Sprint
The Global Solo Challenge is one of the most
demanding sailing races in the world:
• 2000nm solo nonstop for GSC qualification
• Solo, nonstop, around the world
• Class 40 – high-performance offshore racing yachts
• Fair start format based on boat performance
• A true test of seamanship, endurance, and mental strength
• Cat 0 Boat modifications for Global Solo Challange
My Goals
• Finish safely and in good form
• Achieve the best possible result
• Inspire others to pursue their dreams and embrace the
unknown
High-Performance Training with Kito de Pavant
Port Camargue – Class 40 Group Sessions
In preparation for the 2026 race season, we will complete 2–3 intensive multi-day training blocks in Port Camargue within the Class 40 fleet, coached by Kito de Pavant.
Who is Kito de Pavant?
Kito de Pavant is one of France’s most respected offshore sailors and trainers.
Multiple participant in the Vendée Globe
Veteran of the Route du Rhum and Transat Jacques Vabre
Decades of offshore racing experience
Founder of the “Made in Midi” sailing program
Recognized for developing high-level offshore performance sailors
He combines elite solo racing experience with a deep understanding of boat preparation, strategy, and mental resilience.