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There are easier ways to make money, though, so it's fair to think there are more important motivations.

This is an investment though - he has however long it takes to cross the ocean that is hard. There after he can make money giving talks which is a lot easier (if you hate giving talks of course this isn't easy money, but if that doesn't bother you)

Likely talks that they fly him to thus making him a lager than average cause of global warming...

Assume you viewpoint is correct. How is this different from so many tech bros?

The person is doing something physically and technically challenging. Perfect HN material.

Would love to dive into how he built the paddleboard, etc.