Deep in the Southern Hemisphere, colorful, towering cliffs are the cinematic backdrop for the world’s most overlooked surf paradise. Picture consistent and epic waves, empty lineups in turquoise bays, and pristine natural beauty in all directions. It’s a place so spectacular and treasured that, until five years ago, few outside of Australia had ever heard of the Great Australian Bight.
Colin O’Brady and Louis Rudd spent almost two months racing across Antarctica, a journey that killed an explorer who attempted it in 2016. Back in warmer climes, they spoke about the race of a lifetime.
Louis Rudd on Friday became the second person to cross Antarctica solo and unassisted, two days after Colin O’Brady of Portland, Ore., became the first.
The final miles of a nearly two-month race across Antarctica — a lonely effort marked by long days, short nights and stunning endurance — ended Wednesday with a sprint to the finish.
Two men simultaneously attempted to become the first person to cross Antarctica alone and unsupported.
Two men are separately trying to become the first to cross Antarctica alone and without help. Here’s what you need to know.