AMUNDSEN TEAM

Distance to the Pole: 651 nmi

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In Association with the Royal British Legion

Lou Rudd reports on Day 5, the first full day without Lennie. Hopes of covering a lot of ground were hampered by difficult sledging conditions, akin to “pulling a sumo wrestler through custard”, according to Lou. Nonetheless, our intrepid duo pushed on for 8 hours and managed to clock a respectable 5.7 nautical miles despite extreme cold and tough sledging.

Lou also gives us a fascinating insight into their daily calorie intake, and how they keep up the high levels required by means of a special Antarctic diet.

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SCOTT TEAM

Distance to the Pole: 717 nmi

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Today’s report from the Scott team comes from Vic Vicary, who tells us about a day of changeable weather. The Scott team covered an excellent 8.55 nautical miles as they carry on with the momentum of the previous day. The guys end the day with some weary feet and high appetites.

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