YOUNGEST TO THE POLE
SOUTH POLE RECORD ATTEMPT
American polar endurance athlete Jacob Myers is attempting to break the South Pole world age record and become the youngest person in history to complete the solo, unsupported ski expedition.
EXPEDITION
Jacob Myers, an intrepid adventurer and polar
enthusiast, is set to take on a remarkable challenge as
he attempts to become the youngest person in history to
complete a solo, unsupported ski expedition to the South
Pole. The expedition will see Jacob undertake a
gruelling 700+ mile ski journey in isolation, braving
the extreme conditions of Antarctica to reach the
Geographic South Pole.
Having passed rigorous evaluation by the Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions (ALE) in May, Jacob Myers has dedicated the past two years to comprehensive training, honing his skills and preparing himself mentally and physically for the demanding expedition. The daring adventure is scheduled to begin in November, where Jacob will venture from the edge of the Antarctic Continent towards the iconic South Pole.
Antarctica's harsh environment poses numerous challenges, with blinding snowstorms, powerful winds, and temperatures plummeting well below -40°F/C. Jacob will face the daunting task of enduring extended periods in a caloric deficit, hauling a heavy pulk daily, and confronting the mental toll of solitude.
FOLLOW THE EXPEDITION
“Setting the record isn’t enough. I aim to offset 100% of
my expedition’s carbon output and will be speaking at length
on those efforts and the importance of preserving
Antarctica’s land protections when the world votes on it in
the year 2041. I will be alone on the ice, but this project
is so much bigger than me. It will take the whole community
to make it a reality, and I have faith in all the amazing
environmentalists I’ve met over the years to stand behind me
during this time.”
JACOB MYERS
THE KIT
To accomplish the gruelling challenge and withstand one
of the coldest climates on earth, Jacob will be wearing
the CHALLENGER Expedition Pulk Suit, specifically
designed to protect him from the elements where
temperatures can routinely reach -40° while providing
the mobility and temperature regulation required while
pulling a pulk.
KIT FOR THE CHALLENGE
DISCOVER THE CHALLENGES
If She Who Dares has inspired you to tackle your own life-changing challenge, Shackleton has the knowledge, skills and access required to facilitate you achieving your own momentous goals. The Shackleton Challenges team, lead by Louis Rudd and Wendy Searle herself, delivers a unique expedition experience and training programme. The goal is to enable people of all abilities to develop their skills in some of the world’s most spectacular and extreme environments. With our range of levels and environments there will be something for everyone. If you can't find the Challenge you envisage, you can get in touch with the team to design a meticulously-planned bespoke itinerary unique to you.
"When we were growing up we didn’t see any representation
of female firefighters or female adventurers, and we
therefore didn’t really know these options were available to
us. We intend on being visible role models to women and
girls, as you can’t be what
you can’t see!"
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