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What does it take to completely transform your life? For Brian of Sailing Delos, it was a moment of clarity in his manager's office, staring at a corporate org chart and realizing he wanted something entirely different. After walking away from his software career, selling everything he owned, and buying a sailboat, Brian embarked on what was supposed to be an 18-month adventure that has now stretched into 14 extraordinary years.

This conversation takes us through the remarkable evolution of Sailing Delos—from a single man's escape plan to a global sailing phenomenon that has hosted over 70 crew members, crossed multiple oceans, and weathered storms with 50+ knot winds in the Indian Ocean. Brian shares his philosophy during those harrowing moments: "Let the boat take care of you, she will. It's the crew you got to worry about."

The journey transformed dramatically when Brian met Karin (Kaz) in New Zealand. What started as an invitation for a weekend sail blossomed into a lifelong partnership, marriage, and eventually the birth of their daughter Sierra, who at six years old has already sailed 15,000 miles and visited 13 countries by boat. Her unique upbringing offers powerful lessons in resource conservation, global citizenship, and adaptability that traditional education simply can't provide.

Now, Sailing Delos is undergoing its most ambitious evolution yet—the creation of Delos 2.0, a custom aluminum diesel-electric catamaran being built in Brisbane, Australia. This revolutionary vessel will feature 5,000-6,000 watts of solar power, 54 kilowatt-hours of batteries, and a hybrid propulsion system designed to showcase what sustainable cruising could look like in the future. The rugged, expedition-ready design reflects their desire to explore higher latitudes while incorporating all the lessons learned from years at sea.

Whether you're dreaming of your own escape or simply curious about alternative lifestyles, this conversation offers a window into what's possible when you're willing to chart your own course—literally and figuratively. As Brian reminds us: "If you're not doing something that you love, make time to go out and do it... whatever your life holds, make the most of it."

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