Gear List / Recommendations
Full Gear List
*This is a general gear list for our mountaineering courses. There may be some some differences in the gear list for your specific course. Please refer to the pre-course packet sent to you after booking for your more specific packing list.
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Warm Hat
Insulated beanie made from moisture-wicking fleece or wool, designed to retain heat and fit snugly under a helmet
Buff
A versatile, breathable tube of fabric that protects the neck and face from sun, cold, wind, and snow while wicking moisture and allowing easy layering.
Hat
Specialized sunglasses with dark, high-protection category 4 lenses and side shields. Category 4 lenses only let 5% of visible light through the lenses offering optimal protection and are essential for alpine environments.
Sunscreen
A high-SPF, broad-spectrum, sweat-resistant formula designed to protect the skin from intense UV radiation at high altitudes and in reflective snowy environments
Headlamp
Extra Batteries
Extra AAA batteries for headlamp. A power bank can also be useful for rechargeable headlamps.
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Base Layer Top / Sun Shirt
Guides typically bring 1 - 2 sun shirts per trip. These long sleeve shirts are highly breathable and protect from sun damage. An insulated shirt in not necessary. Hoods are recommended for sun protection.
Mid-layer Top
An insulating garment worn between a base layer and outer shell, designed to retain body heat while remaining breathable and functional. If you’re soft shell and puffy are insulating enough, you may be able to leave this layer at home. Below are great examples of light mid layers.
Softshell Jacket
A breathable, water- and wind-resistant outer layer that offers flexibility and moderate weather protection during high-output alpine activities.
Himali - Softshell Jacket (Offers more insulation than other options)
Black Diamond - First Light Stretch (Light weight option with slightly less insulation)
Hardshell Jacket
Insulated Puffy
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Lightweight Gloves
Heavyweight Gloves
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Base-layer Bottoms
Soft-shell Pants
Hard-shell Pants
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Mountaineering Boots
Medium-weight Socks
Heavy-weight Socks
Trailrunners (June - September)
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Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Pad
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Backpack
Liner Bags (Contractor Bag)
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Hiking Poles
Hiking Poles
Helmet
Ice Axe
Boot Crampons
Alpine Harness
Locking Carabiners (4)
Non-locking Carabiners
Belay Device (ATC)
6mm Cordelette
Prussic Loops
Microtraxion (optional)
Microtraxion (optional)
Dyneema Slings
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Water Bottles (2)
Snacks
Personal Health + First Aid Kit
Plastic Bowl
Spoon
Lightweight Cup (optional)
Bear resistant container or sack
Blue Bags