1. Technical Equipment (Provided by Us)
Mountaineering Boots: Double-insulated, crampon-compatible boots. Crampons: High-quality steel crampons adjusted to your size. Ice Axe: Technical mountaineering axe with leash. Climbing Harness: Fully adjustable, safety-certified. Helmet: Specialized climbing helmet for head protection.
2. Clothing: The Layering System
📍Upper Body:
- Base Layer: Moisture-wicking synthetic or merino wool shirt (No cotton!).
- Mid Layer: Warm fleece or «Polartec» jacket.
- Insulation: A heavy down or synthetic «puffy» jacket (rated for -10C or 14F).
- Outer Shell: Waterproof/Breathable jacket (Gore-Tex or similar
📍Lower Body:
- Base Layer: Thermal leggings (Merino wool preferred).
- Hiking Pants: Comfortable, quick-dry trekking pants.
- Outer Shell: Waterproof/Windproof pants (Gore-Tex) with side zippers.
3. Head & Hands
- Warm Hat: Wool or fleece beanie that fits under a helmet.
- Buff/Neck Gaiter: To protect your face from wind and sun.
- Sun Hat: For the approach and trekking days.
- Gloves: Two-pair system:
- Thin liner gloves.
- Heavy, waterproof mountaineering mittens or gloves.
4. Personal Essentials
- Backpack: 35-45L capacity with rain cover.
- Headlamp: Essential for midnight departures (with extra batteries).
- Sun Protection: SPF 50+ Sunscreen, Lip balm, and Category 3 or 4 Sunglasses (Glacier glasses).
- Hydration: 2L capacity (Wide-mouth Nalgene bottles are best; hydration bladders can freeze).
- Personal First Aid: Blister kit (Moleskin/Compeed), ibuprofen, and personal meds.
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