Snow Kiting Across Greenland + 4 First Ascents with Eric Gilbertson!

Snow Kiting Across Greenland + 4 First Ascents with Eric Gilbertson!

Author: Francis Tapon October 11, 2024 Duration: 25:55
Eric Gilbertson is back!

Eric Gilbertson and Branden Joy dragged 400 pounds (180 kg) of gear on 4 sleds across Greenland.


They covered 1,539 miles (1,420 snow kiting, 119 man hauling) in 40 days.


On his biggest day, he covered 218 miles kiting.


His fastest kiting speed was 33mph.


They did 4 first ascents.


Read Eric Gilbertson's Greenland traverse trip report.


Krisli Melesk co-hosted this show with me. She and I were in awe of Eric's accomplishments.


Watch the Video Interview

 



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There's a certain kind of travel that changes you, not just your location. It’s the slow, immersive kind where the journey itself becomes the teacher. In WanderLearn: Travel to Transform Your Mind & Life, Francis Tapon acts as your guide into this world, exploring how leaving familiar ground can fundamentally reshape your perspective. This isn't about quick tips or itineraries; it's about the deeper conversations that happen at the crossroads of culture, society, and personal growth. Each episode delves into how we engage with places and people, often weaving in discussions about the role of modern technology in both enabling and complicating these profound experiences. You'll hear stories and insights that challenge the conventional tourist mindset, pushing toward a more thoughtful, engaged way of moving through the world. Francis draws from a wealth of experience to discuss concepts like vagabonding and deep travel, making the case that the greatest souvenirs aren't trinkets, but transformed thoughts. Tuning into this podcast feels like sitting down with a well-traveled friend who understands that the real destination is often a shift within yourself. It’s for anyone who believes that travel, at its best, is a powerful catalyst for learning and living differently.
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