Get to know the team a little!
Get to know the members of Team Common Loons
Our team brings a combined 63 years of sailing experience and an equal amount of adventure expertise to the table, making us uniquely qualified for the WA360. With decades spent navigating challenging waters, we understand the complexities of Puget Sound. Two of us are experienced engineers, bringing technical know-how and problem-solving skills to any situation that might arise on the water. The other two are top-tier technicians, whose precision and attention to detail ensure that our equipment is always in peak condition, no matter how demanding the environment. Together, our blend of practical sailing experience, technical expertise, and passion for adventure makes us well-equipped to tackle the challenges of the WA360 and make the most of every opportunity the race has to offer.
Christian Phillips
Unrivaled enthusiasm for adventure
Corey Swanson
Likes to fix things
Brady Wagstaff
Can build anything
Michael Crisler
Never gives up
Get to know SV Courtney
Courtney – Catalina 25
1989 – Standard Rig – Wing Keel
Well, some might say she’s not fast, but she is easy to handle and just big enough for a crew of 4. Set up for single-handed sailing with a shoal draft, she should be easy to keep out of trouble.
Two of the crew are intimately familiar with her and the other two are quick to learn. She is a trustworthy vessel and sure to keep us safe and deliver us to the finish line.
Christian Phillips
Skipper, Team Common Loons