This is my basicequipment list. It may change day by day as conditions change.
Email me if youhave a question about clothing.
How to Set-up face-mask and Goggles for cold weather mountaineering.
Skin Layers: AnyOne of thefollowing. Items should be Synthetic wicking polyester.
Lightweight synthetic long underwear Top, long sleeve
Midweight synthetic long underwear top. Long sleeve
Heavyweight synthetic long underwear top. Long sleeve
Mid Layers:Any One ofthe following. Items should be Synthetic wicking polyester.
Midweight synthetic long underwear top. Long sleeve,
Heavyweight synthetic long underwear top. Long sleeve,
Insulation Layers: Both of the following.
200-300 weight Polar Fleece or similar jacket. Pullover or zip up)
Down or Prima-loft sweater or vest.
BottomLayers: Both of the following. Items should be Synthetic wicking polyester.
Lightweight or Midweight synthetic long underwear Bottom.
Heavyweight synthetic bottom, pants or bibs.
Outer Layer: Wind and Water
Gore-tex or other waterproof/breathable wind shell with secure hood. Pullover or zip front
Gore-tex or other waterproof/breathable wind pants or bibs, full side zips best.
Hands:
Heavy gloves, a gore-tex winter glove system.
Heavy Mittens, Insulated or Gore-tex shell and liners.
Chemical heat packs
Face, eyes and ears, feet and other:
Synthetic or wool hat or balaclava.
Ski Goggles
Facemask
Headlamp or small flashlight
One pair heavy wool or synthetic socks.
High boot gaiters (covers boot top to knee
1 large mouth water bottle
Food and Water for the day
2500-4000 ci pack w/straps for cramponsand ice axe
Winter mountaineering boots, Double plasticare the best
Crampons thatfit the boots
Ice Axe 70-80 CM
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