Giant Sastrugi, low light…

Today the team reported a tough day after encountering 2 meter sastrugi (that’s big!). When they diverted to avoid the sastrugi they encountered blue ice which is very tricky to travel on. To make matters worse the sunny day that they woke up to changed to overcast with very flat light. Flat light, as we’ve … Continue reading Giant Sastrugi, low light… →

Another Day…

Today the team continued their journey up and through the pass of the two mountains next to the Thiel resupply point, then down the other side, and then up again towards the polar plateau. Despite the ups and downs (no pun intended) they made over 24 kilometers and ended at S85.35.622, W 87.20.883. This mileage … Continue reading Another Day… →

Ain’t No Mountain High Enough…

Today the team left their second resupply and headed south between two mountains. The route took them higher than they expected, but they were rewarded with a beautiful view from near the top. They traveled 21 km to their current position of S 85° 22.872, W 87° 44.339. Be sure to listen to today”s audio … Continue reading Ain’t No Mountain High Enough… →

Rest, reorganize, and Christmas pudding…

Today the team slept in and had a leisurely morning before digging into the the new ration. They spent the day organizing, washing their bodies, and getting ready for the second half of the expedition. Some people had sent new long underwear in with this ration and the feeling of slipping into fresh undies was … Continue reading Rest, reorganize, and Christmas pudding… →

Xmas, resupply and best mileage yet!

Merry Christmas to all (including our followers in the UK who will read this posting on Boxing Day). Today the team had a remarkable day. Long, yes, but beautiful and very satisfying. They skied amongst the peaks of the Thiel Mountains where sunlight sparkled against the terrain like tiny Christmas tree lights. Dennis’ audio report … Continue reading Xmas, resupply and best mileage yet! →