The Triple Crown of Antarctica

The Triple Crown Journey

Embark on a World-First Adventure

Imagine skiing through treacherous crevasse fields from Hercules Inlet, summiting the majestic Mount Vinson, then descending to conquer the vast ice to the Geographic South Pole — all in one continuous, unsupported expedition. No one has ever achieved this feat.

Led by Dominic Renshaw, this groundbreaking journey pushes the limits of human endurance while inspiring global exploration and resilience.

A torn knee cartilage has sidelined me for over 2.5 years, stopping me from skiing and climbing. On 21 April I have a key reassessment with my knee consultant that will determine the next steps for surgery and recovery.

Getting strong enough again is the final hurdle. Once I’m ready, we will launch this world-first expedition.

We are raising £250,000 to make it happen and are looking for 3 committed team members to join the journey.

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Our Journey

Ski from the edge of the continent, conquer its highest peak, then haul to the South Pole — no one has ever linked these three epic challenges in one continuous, unsupported journey. It’s a world first.

Coastal Start

Hercules Inlet to Mount Vinson Base Camp

The expedition begins at Hercules Inlet on Antarctica’s rugged Ronne Ice Shelf. From here we ski unsupported for ~500 km across the infamous Patriot Hills and Heritage Range crevasse fields. This opening leg is pure polar grinding — relentless navigation through hidden crevasses, sastrugi, and whiteouts while hauling heavy sleds with 50+ days of supplies in temperatures down to -50°C.

The Climb

Ascent and Descent of Mount Vinson

Reaching the base of Mount Vinson (4,892 m), Antarctica’s highest peak, we switch from skis to crampons and ropes. The route involves technical glacier travel, steep ice faces, and exposed ridges in extreme cold and high winds. After summiting, we descend the same demanding route back to the ice plateau.

The Pole Trek

From Vinson to the Geographic South Pole

After descending Vinson, the real test begins: a continuous ~700 km ski across the featureless high polar plateau to the South Pole. Fully unsupported, we pull sleds through relentless headwinds and endless white horizons — the ultimate test of mental and physical endurance.

Timeline

• 2026: Final team selection, intensive training, gear testing, and fundraising.

• Early 2027: Equipment shipment and final preparations.

• November–December 2027: Launch from Hercules Inlet for the ~50–60 day expedition.

• January 2028: Expected arrival at the South Pole and extraction.

Everything depends on Antarctica’s short summer window — and on completing my knee recovery in time.

My Journey

I’ve lived a life most people only dream about — summiting Kilimanjaro, Mera Peak, Denali and the North Side of Everest, skiing over 70 weeks of my life, and running an adventure company for more than 16 years where I’ve tried almost everything.

My mantra has always been simple: Dream bigger than you ever thought possible, then go and live that dream.

That dream led me to The Triple Crown of Antarctica — a world-first unsupported expedition from Hercules Inlet to Mount Vinson to the South Pole.

Then a torn knee cartilage stopped me in my tracks. For the last 2.5 years I’ve barely skied or climbed. The freedom I once took for granted has gone, and it’s been quietly devastating.

But here’s the truth: This expedition is happening. Come hell or high water.

On 21 April I have a critical reassessment with my knee consultant. Whatever the outcome, I refuse to let this injury write the final chapter.

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