As to my exuberance not being quelled until a death results there have been deaths in competitions such as Around Alone, Vendee Globe. However, I fail to see why I should quell my exuberance and ring my hands, when these sailors are doing what they want of their own free will. Although the deaths are tragic, I will never put myself in a position to legislate anothers enjoyment. As with other things we have no right to restrain others activities unless they harm others in a forceful manner. That is a valid question.
Solo sailors are no exception.
What a deal, sign me up. It makes you work at getting through the wholes. The same goes for rounding the Cape. It adds a since of timing and luck to the came. It my opinion that this adds to the experience and knowledge side of the game.