American Antarctic Expedition 2012-2013
Aaron Linsdau is working to be the first American to make the round trip from the coast to the South Pole and back in Antarctica.Without support (no resupply).
And without aid (no kites, dogs, machines).
Antarctica has vanquished virtually all polar explorers attempting this feat of endurance. More humans have stood on the moon than have succeeded in making the arduous 1413 mile trip through the highest, driest, and coldest wilderness on Earth.
In order to do this, Aaron has to train consistently over a period of six months, doing high-intensity activities like running, biking, and dragging a tire. Towing a used chunk of rubber looks pretty foolish but it's the most effective simulation of towing a sled while cross country skiing without actually doing it.
Expedition training log
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Expedition Facts 90 deg 00.000"N, 00 deg 00.000"W Starting Location:Hercules Inlet, Ronne Ice Shelf, Weddell Sea Distance:1450 statute miles Travel time:85 days max Starting Date:Nov 2, 2012 (weather dependent) Weather:Sunny and 5 deg F (-15 deg C) to white-out at -40 deg F/C and 40MPH winds Pulk weight:330 lbs (150kg) Greatest Worry:Crevasses Food:6000 calories per day Communication:Iridium Satellite Phone (2), EPIRB |
Expedition promo video
Training for Antarctica the old fashioned way from Aaron Linsdau on Vimeo.
A short video on the joys of toying a tire, courtesy of TVL Video.
Antarctica or bust...