'I just wanted you to know that your trip has inspired me enormously and I'm sure it has others too.'

'Mortgage, bills and car payments all add up to a lifestyle most people (including me) are used to (trapped by), and you guys are brave enough to turn your backs on this and chase the dream. I hope you have as much fun as it sounds.'

'...it's cool to see some normal paddlers going out and doing this stuff.'

'...I had decided it was time to start being a bit more adventurous. Having just read your latest report this has made me realise just how boring everyday life is and what a waste of time it is sitting in an office just reading about it.'

'You bunch of lightweights, call yourself hard...'