Originally posted by Frank Dunn:

I'm curious, has anyone really done a lot of riding? Is there a point?

If we could have Loxen "follow" us like wolves do (which I've used some mods for), yes. Sea Travel by Loxen Herd. Grab about ten loxen, ride one out to sea, and when it's stamina is too low, hop onto another one. Repeat as necessary and sail your herd to the next island.