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Victoria University Antarctic Research Expedition Science and Logistics Reports 2005-06: VUWAE 50

Skis, Skins and Pulk

Skis, Skins and Pulk

We used skis and a manhaul pulk to move equipment (~100lb) between sites at both Evans and Victoria Lower Glacier. As in previous years, the pulk performed very well and can be used on snowy and icy surfaces alike (Fig.3). The Mukluk-Skis showed signs of fatigue, especially the bindings, which broke or fell apart. Furthermore, there was a lack of skins. The use of cord tight around the skis is less efficient and makes pulling a heavy sledge uphill very difficult. We recommend that Antarctica New Zealand invests in new skies and skins to be pre-allocated to field parties undertaking glaciological traverses.

Fig. 2: a) Temperature inside the olympus tent as measured during field deployment, b) new macpac dome tent on Victoria Lower Glacier

Fig. 2: a) Temperature inside the olympus tent as measured during field deployment, b) new macpac dome tent on Victoria Lower Glacier

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Fig. 3: Manhauling equipment between sites at Victoria Lower Glacier

Fig. 3: Manhauling equipment between sites at Victoria Lower Glacier

  • 20 person day ration box system

    The new food boxes (or bags) were well packed in terms of quantity and nutrition and were favourably received by all members. The addition of savoury snack food and new innovative extras, such as bagged tuna and couscous was very much appreciated.