Rowing Across the Atlantic for Movember

In December 2026, Bishop Druitt College alumnus Jeb Freeman (HSC 2013) will take on an extraordinary challenge, rowing 4,828 km across the Atlantic Ocean to raise awareness and funds for Movember, a charity dedicated to improving men’s health and preventing men from dying too young.

Jeb and his three teammates, English rowers Jake and Max, and Kiwi navigator Struan, make up The Racing Mos. On 12 December 2026, they will depart La Gomera in the Canary Islands and row non-stop to English Harbour, Antigua. The journey is equivalent to rowing the diameter of Australia… plus another 800 km.

They will carry all their own food and supplies, rely on an onboard water maker, and endure gruelling two-hour rowing shifts around the clock. With no toilet onboard and limited space in their 7 x 2 metre boat, comfort will be in short supply. Each rower is expected to lose around 8 kg during the crossing, burning up to 8,000 calories per day.

But the mission goes far beyond the physical challenge.
“Mental illness can be isolating, scary, and feel like you’re repeatedly up against a 10-foot wave in the middle of the ocean,” says Jeb. “We’ll be out there raising money to support men who need a hand. It’s going to be uncomfortable — but it’s a cause worth being uncomfortable for.”

In 2023, more than 7,500 men died by suicide across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. For Jeb, this row is an opportunity to spark conversations and take action for men’s mental health. The team hopes to beat the current record for the crossing — 29 days, 14 hours, and 34 minutes, while raising significant funds. Along the way, they will be supported by sponsors, communities, and events across the globe.

Before setting off, Jeb will host fundraising events along Australia’s eastern seaboard in October and November 2026, including interactive rowing challenges in Byron Bay, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and the Sunshine Coast. These events will give people a taste of the endurance required, while opening the door to important conversations about men’s health.

Follow and support The Racing Mos:
Website: www.racingmos.com
Instagram: @theracingmos
Facebook: The Racing Mos

Jeb’s message is simple:

“Why not? Why not row across an ocean with a couple of mates and raise money for a cause that matters. We hope what we’re doing will start conversations that could save lives.”

We wish Jeb and his team all the very best on this amazing feat.

Barb Kiemski