Image from: snowys.com.au
I came across this great blog series on crossing the Simpson Desert from Snowy’s. There are 3 articles, which cover preparation, challenges and a retrospective review of their trip.
Check out the links below for some really great info.
http://blog.snowys.com.au/crossing-the-simpson-for-beginners-part-1-who-can-do-it/
http://blog.snowys.com.au/crossing-the-simpson-desert-for-beginners-part-2/
http://blog.snowys.com.au/crossing-the-simpson-desert-for-beginners-part-3/
One interesting point in the last article is the actual fuel consumption figures. Check them out.
Cheers,
Kent.