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The trio traveled uphill and through snowdrifts on Wednesday, but they still managed to once again break their personal records and journey 20.1 nautical miles (23.1 statute miles) on their 13th day of travel. The sastrugi, or snowdrifts if you will, were bad at times, but didnt slow us down, said Kevin Vallely. We were just so pumped up Replica Omega 321.93.42.50.13.001 Speedmaster Watch because we were just such great time today. We flew all the way. --Micah CrattyOutside Online is tracking the progress of adventurers Ray Zahab,Richard Weber, and Kevin Vallely as they try and break the record forthe quickest unsupported, unassisted expedition to the South Pole. Check back for daily updates and click on Polar Adventure to see all the posts.
