Paul Hubner
and his youngest son Ryan have trekked to the interior of one of the most
remote destinations in the world in March 2009. The largest island in the Arctic Archipelago,
covering 305,000km2, it is filled with mountains, lakes, ice falls, glaciers and valleys. The
wildlife includes numerous birds, caribou, arctic foxes and polar bears.
Paul used this trip to investigate how to improve the fit and compatibility of the Baffin boots on snowshoes, skis and crampons. Baffin is committed to allow its customers to be challenged in the outdoors without being challenged by their gear.
View the itinerary of their adventure.
This was an outstanding experience for both of them since it was their first trip to Baffin Island. Ryan, like his brothers, now had the opportunity to experience for himself the thrill of an extensive Northern trip in the great outdoors. Matty NcNair, from North Winds Polar Expeditions, her son and their driving dogs accompanied them.
trip itinerary
This team has treked from Pangnirtung to Qikiqtarjuaq
through the Auyuittuq National Park, one of the few national parks in the world north of the Arctic
Circle. Paul taught Ryan survival skills while bonding with him.
They tested the performance of Baffin boots when combined with other equipment such as crampons, skis and snowshoes. Paul observed how the strapping system handles and affects the fit and comfort of the boot over extended use under extreme conditions. This assessment will influence future product development in order to enhance the performance of Baffin boots.
