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The extreme achievement of La Grande Percée
includes two expeditions :
Ski expedition to reach the geographic North Pole from the 89th parallel
N0 1. Preparatory expedition – completed
Distance : 1 100 mi (1 650 km)
Weight of the sled : 200lbs / 90kg
Temperature : -22°F (-30°C)
Conditions : Cold climate, crevasses, sastrugis
Main Challenges : Orientation on the ice cap, variability in the strength of the wind
This preparatory adventure contained two significant aspects: the first one being the extremes physical performance, and the second one is by contributing towards scientific research about climate. Also, the expedition has been certified carbon neutral by the organism “we are neutral.”
As they cross Greenland from South to North, the explorers collected snow samples every morning and night to bring back to the research team from University of Copenhagen leading research on climate change. This expedition was sponsored by the Scientific Exploration Society.
N0 2. Expedition
The expedition to Antarctica is the culmination of La Grande Percée and will take place in 2 stages:
Stage 1 : Ascent of Mount Vinson (November 22 to December 6)
Stage 2 : Skiing expedition to the South Pole (December 7 to December 18)
Distance : Approximately 75 mi (120 km)
Sled weight : 100 lbs / 43kg
Temperature : -30°F to -65°F (-35°C to -55°C)
Conditions : Extreme cold, crevasses, katabatic winds, sastrugis
Main Challenges : Glacier navigation, changing wind forces, altitude, cold management
N0 3. Expedition – Coming soon
Extreme temperatures, pressure ridges, open water leads, and polar bears are just some of the challenges encountered during a ski expedition over the Arctic Ocean to reach the North Pole.
Distance : Approximately 75 mi (120 km)
Sled weight : 100 lbs / 45kg
Temperature : -22°F (-30°C)
Conditions : Cold climate, ice pressure, open water
Key Challenges : Skiing against ice drift, cold management, polar bears
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