Charly Oliver

“Hi Paul … I followed your latest Big Island Circumnavigation Expedition with interest noting your mastery of your craft made what for most would be a “barely survived” experience — but, for you it was just another day at the office.

This made me think of my friend and occasional climbing partner Mark Twight and his career as one of the world’s premier alpinists. Mark has always had a no apologies approach to his endeavors accepting nothing less than the best from his own performance.

I value Mark and you among my friends. I think you’d enjoy reading Mark’s book “Kiss or Kill: Confessions of a Serial Climber.”

From my perspective, my climbing career only scratched the surface of Mark’s. As for sailing, even though I’m having the time of my life, not even close to yours.

Keep it real Paul — I know you will.”