Fewer people have successfully solo-circumnavigated the globe than have journeyed into space.

Being at sea is like watching the whole world in high-definition.

The things that happen on the sea take you beyond yourself, beyond human capability.

Wild Eyes was built for speed and I was flying down walls of water twenty and thirty feet high.

I was so thankful that my parents trusted me enough and had enough faith in my abilities to let me follow my passion and try to do something great, even if I might fail.

I will definitely attempt to sail around the world again. In fact, I can't wait for the chance to try again.

Going up the mast is one of the most dangerous things you can do as a solo sailor.