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Solo Across the Arctic

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Day One
Børge Ousland

I push off from Cape Arkticheskiy with a fully packed sledge. That’s 365 pounds (167 kilograms), mostly fat-rich daily food rations. My goal: a first solo journey on foot across the entire Arctic Ocean.

Camera: Nikon T 28
Film Type: Fujichrome Velvia
Lens: 85mm f/1.4
Speed and F-Stop: N/A

Weather Conditions: Mostly clear
Time of Day: Midday
Lighting Techniques: Available light