Eric LarsenInterview
Polar adventurer, expedition guide
Adapted from Eric Larsen's interview on Uses This, published 31 March 2016. The kit is drawn from their answers and each reason is an excerpt, lightly edited. Shared under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read the full interview ↗
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DeLorme inReach Explorer - a two way satellite communication GPS device, SOS beacon and tracking device.
I use the Promaster Altichron which combines Eco-Drive technology with an altimeter and electronic compass.
Sony Action Cam - I've used every single POV cam on the market and I feel that this has the best quality, user interface and overall usability.
Trek Farley 9.8 - I recently returned from guiding a 'last degree' Fat Bike expedition to the South Pole.
MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes - Snowshoes spread our weight out on thin ice and provide the maneuverability and traction that skis can't.
MSR XGK EX stove - This is the most bomber stove ever made.
Granite Gear Lutsen pack - A great 'all around' pack for the backcountry or anything else you can throw at it (or in it for that matter).
Madshus Glittertind skis - My go-to expedition skis!
UCO Stormproof Matches - In such extreme environments, at some point, everything is going to be difficult.