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>> Who am I to criticize someone who takes such immense risks to get out of their comfort zone Because this often means other people taking similar risks to re
by sandworm101 5y ago
>> Who am I to criticize someone who takes such immense risks to get out of their comfort zone
Because this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. As a former rockclimber I am all for adventure, but some of this open ocean stuff is beyond reason. From rogue waves to pirates, often your open ocean fantasy is less skill than a roll of the dice. You are also rolling the dice for all of those onboard the ships and helicopters that will be sent to rescue you.
- xhkkffbf 5y agoYou say you're a former rock climber. Did you retire because of the similar fears of taking on too much risk? Do you think that rock climbing can be done in a safe enough way?
- sandworm101 5y agoOcean risk is very different than rock climbing risks. The distances and weather make rescue far more involved. Most climbers are only a quick helicopter ride to a hospital.
- Const-me 5y ago> this often means other people taking similar risks to rescue them. I agree about mountains, but I don't think the risks are similar on the sea. Modern large vessels are relatively safe in all weather. Plane and helicopter pilots follow safety protocols, I don't think they gonna fly into a storm.
- sandworm101 5y agoDriving ships and helicopters into storms is Coast Guard 101. When a rich guy on an around the world sailing attempt gets into trouble, someone has to go rescue him, often in extreme conditions. It is one thing to risk one's life to save fishers or merchant sailors, another to risk one's life saving a bored millionaire trying to sail across the Pacific on a raft made of soda bottles.