To bring everything needed for a two months' journey the expedition members will each pull a large sledge, or so called pulka. The pulkas will have to be able to carry over 150 kilograms of gear, be resistant to low temperatures, handle the impact of uncontrolled steep slope descents, and maneuver swiftly through a terrain that consists of a mix of deep snow, degenerated snow crystals, fresh ice, open water, and pressure ridges.

Based on years of experience, Marc Cornelissen created his own design, which he perfected together with architect and designer Remco Wilcke from the company Vision Machine. "Designing your own sledges gives you full control over the quality, features and behavior. And of course, it is great fun to create a piece of hardware that is so important to the success of an expedition."

Starting from some sketches and two-dimensional drawings, the final designing was done in Maya, a three-dimensional modelling software. Through rapid prototyping the design turned into a full scale foam model on a milling machine, developed and owned by Komplot Mechanics. From this stage on, the hands on experience of canoe maker Dutch Composites came into play. Dutch Composites is known for their production of white water canoes for Olympic winners around the world. The company's experience ensures a high quality, innovative, and price competetive product that will be made available for other polar travelers.

A slightly smaller version, aimed at shorter expeditions and Nordic travel, will also be brought to market. More details will follow as soon as field tests are completed up to satisfaction. If you are interested please contact Marc Cornelissen.