Thanks for the hints.
I also found a website called polar plunge that has a list (eight pages worth) compiled by the 95-96 Pole winterover crew which would make a good basis from which to choose gear.
How is your community at McMurdo faring these days? Are spirits high?
Has the construction effort at Pole left any supply shortages because of plane space and availability?
Best Wishes,
Prairie Dog (aka Kevin)