The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 463: Cyril Derreumaux—In the Flow
Dec 16, 2025
Join endurance athlete and motivational speaker Cyril Derreumaux as he shares riveting tales from his 70-plus-day solo kayak crossings of the Atlantic and Pacific. Discover his thoughts on balancing risk with careful preparation while navigating the vast oceans. Cyril discusses the emotional rollercoaster of isolation, moments of grace from nature, and the critical importance of mental discipline and self-awareness. He emphasizes the joy found in hardship and the spiritual connection to the sea, inspiring listeners to pursue their fears and dreams.
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Two Solo Ocean Crossings
- Cyril recounted paddling alone across the Pacific in 91 days and returning to tell the story.
- He then paddled the Atlantic solo in about 70 days, completing two ocean crossings.
Early Rescue Sparked A Reckoning
- On a first attempt Cyril was rescued after five days when a storm nearly capsized his boat.
- That rescue forced him to confront how far he was willing to risk his life for passion.
Schedule Around Sun And Power
- Structure each day around light, paddling, and conserving battery for water production at noon.
- Paddle morning and afternoon and produce desalinated water when the sun charges batteries.