You have probably heard people say sailing solo is dangerous or irresponsible. How can you keep a proper watch? What happens if you have an accident? You may have heard stories of people going crazy due to isolation on long solo voyages. Sailing is all about freedom, and I am not going to tell you not to try sailing solo. Nor will I tell you that it is reckless and irresponsible. You are the skipper and one of the great things about sailing is that, as a skipper, you are free to choose, long may that last!
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