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“There's no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing”

Quote by Ranulph Fiennes

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Ranulph Fiennes

Ranulph Fiennes, born on March 7, 1944, is a renowned British explorer, author, and member of the Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes baronets. He is best known for his record-breaking expeditions, including being the first to cross the Antarctic continent on foot and the first to reach the North Pole by motorbike. more

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