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Training For The North Pole
Posted in Equipment, Expedition 280 days ago
Every other day I head out onto Dartmoor with my car full of tires, no matter what the weather. The tires I have rigged to simulate the weight of my sledge and have attached to my harness. These I pull for between 3 – 5 hours along land rover tracks across the moor. This is great training as it really helps develop the muscle groups needed whilst on expedition.
Tent Booties
Posted in Expedition, Equipment 508 days ago
A simple must for any cold weather expedition is Tent Booties !!! Tent booties are down filled slippers or boots which allow your feet to recover after a hard day on the ice. massive thank you needs to be said for Tower Ridge based up in Scotland for being able to ship me out a pair at short notice, as I’ve managed to misplace one.
Technical Expedition Kit, Part 1
Posted in Equipment, Technology 568 days ago
After giving a number of talks to outdoor and expedition societies around the country, including Edinburgh, St Andrews and Oxford University’s I would like to write a number of reviews on expedition kit that I have or will be using. First question to answer is, “How do you send back a picture from your Sat Phone?”
Polarventure 2008 Testing Solar Panels
Posted in Technology, Equipment 665 days ago
The Globe Trotter is a super fast, clean, green means to charge the latest gadgets whilst on the move. Using the latest in cutting edge solar technology to convert solar energy into electricity the Globe Trotter makes free power readily available for portable gadgets, and in this instance, Antony’s iPod.
Antony’s Official Nutritional Consultant, Be-Well Foods
Posted in Equipment, Sponsors 672 days ago
I have always used Be-Well products on my adventures as they are light weight, cooked in the bag with no mess and have a massive selection of dishes which comes at great value. With this in mind it’s with great pleasure to welcome Be-Well Foods on board as my official nutritional consultant.
Tent of Choice - Nammatj 2
Posted in Equipment, Sponsors 676 days ago
For next year’s expeditions I have decided to purchase a Hilleberg tent the Nammatj 2. Hilleberg make fantastic, sturdy tent s that can take the pounding of the strongest of arctic storms. I have used Hilleberg tents extensively as an outdoor instructor and expedition leader both here in the UK and in mountainous regions around the world.
