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Head
to Toe Coverage
While
skiing across Antarctica, Ann and Liv wore layers of clothes
covering every inch of their bodies. On their lower halves,
Ann and Liv wore duffle socks (matted wool inserts that fit
in boots to warm their feet), oversized ski boots, a few layers
of long johns, wind pants and "gaiters," a protective cloth
over their legs to act as a barrier against the snow and to
add warmth.
Ann
and Liv's upper bodies were covered by wind jackets, down
vests, pile shirts, wool hats with ear flaps, an ear band,
ski ear covers, heavy gloves and glacier goggles.
Additionally,
Ann and Liv were very careful of the sun's harmful rays in
Antarctica because the hole in the ozone is above Antarctica.
They wore 45 level sunblock 24 hours a day.
Also the glacier goggles contain extra dark lenses
to protect their eyes from the sun.
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Boots
with crampons |
Windsailing
Gear
While
windsailing, Ann and Liv wore mittens instead of gloves, an
extra down vest, another layer of wind clothes, and an extra
jacket to protect themselves from intense winds. |
Ann
and Liv sailing in Norway on a training trip. |
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Tent
Couture
Once they settled in their tent after a long day of skiing,
Ann and Liv removed their wind gear and put on the following:
fleece jacket, fleece pants, light gloves, one hat (instead
of several), down booties and a balaclava (a piece of clothing
worn while sleeping that covers the whole head and neck with
an opening). While working inside the tent and preparing
dinner, Ann and Liv sat in their
sleeping bags for added warmth. |
