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Originally Posted by FlamesAddiction
Ya, there was nothing organic about this record attempt.... not with "Shoe City" and "buywhatever.com" painted all over her boat and clothing. This was just another example of someone trying to get attention and the obsession people have with fame these days. When people look back at this era, they will read about the "bubble boy", "the boat girl", reality shows, celebrity sex tapes and Paris Hilton. It's kind of embarassing actually.
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You think that the only reason Abby Sunderland attempted non-stop solo circumnavigation was for fame?
Wow. You are incredibly cynical.
In terms of the advertisements... sailing around the world costs money, she needed sponsors... the sponsors want their name on something. Pretty simple.