Item |
Description |
Quantity |
Example |
Purchase At |
Rent At |
Equipment Type |
Approach Shoes |
These are “hiking” shoes specifically made for approaching and descending from a climbing venue where scrambling is necessary, or even for climbing an entire route. They have sticky climbing rubber on the bottom and a formed fit to influence better climbing abilities while scrambling. Consider high-tops for additional ankles support if needed. Regular hiking boots or athletic shoes may be acceptable for many climbs.
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1 |
Men: La Sportiva TX3 Men
Women: La Sportiva TX3 Wmn
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Clothing |
Backpack: 18-25 liter |
This small pack is carries one’s approach shoes, water, food, extra layers, and toilet kit on the route. This pack should close completely so that no items can fall out.
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1 |
CAMP M2 20L
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Equipment |
Climbing Pants, Shorts or Capris |
For all seasons, cotton, loose-fitting (or tight, stretchy) pants are usually acceptable for rock climbing. Shorts are acceptable during the summer – though shorts expose the knees and shins to abrasions. New climbers are encouraged to wear pants or capris. A synthetic material (like in softshell pants) may be required by your guide due to potential rain storms.
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1 |
Men: Rab Sawtooth
Women: Rab Womens Sawtooth
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Rab Stores
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Clothing |
Compass |
Used for navigation and orientation. A compass with adjustable declination is preferrable.
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1 |
Silva Ranger CLQ
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Optional |
Face Mask – PPE |
Should be made with at least two layers of fabric. Your mask needs to cover your nose and mouth without large gaps. The mask should have ear loops or ties so you can adjust it. Look for a mask with a bendable border at the top so you can mold the mask to fit the bridge of your nose and prevent your glasses from fogging.
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2 |
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Clothing |
Food |
Proper lunches that are prepared ahead of time are recommended (sandwich, burrito, leftover pizza, etc), along with an assortment of snack bars, gels, or trail mixes. Feeze-dried meals are acceptable on overnight trips, but not day trips.
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1 |
Made in Nature, Thrive Tribe
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Equipment |
Laptop |
Useful for navigation courses, including hiking and ski tour planning.
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1 |
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Optional |
Lightweight Baselayer Top |
Synthetic or Merino Wool; Worn against the skin and is considered a “wicking” layer that facilitates the movement of moisture away from the skin and through the layers. Hooded base layers add extra versatility.
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2 |
Men: Rab Syncrino Base LS Tee
Women: Rab Syncrino Base LS Tee
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Rab
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Clothing |
Lip ScreenSPF 15 or higher. |
Non-SPF rated lip balms can actually increase your chances of getting burned.
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1 |
Rocky Mountain Sunscreen Lip Balm
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Optional |
Mechanical Pencil |
Great for taking notes in the field.
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1 |
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Optional |
Midweight Baselayer Top |
Synthetic or Merino Wool; Adds extra warmth and protection from the cold and wind without creating a moisture barrier as a jacket would. Having at least one base layer that is hooded adds versatility, protecting the neck and ears from cold winds.
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1 |
Men: Rab Ascendor Light Hoodie
Women: Rab Ascendor Light Hoodie
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Rab
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Clothing |
Neck Gaiter |
“Buffs” are quite versatile in their uses. They can be used as light beanies, neck warmers, and can offer face protection from the cold wind or sun.
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1 |
CMS Neck Gaiter
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Clothing |
Smart Phone App |
There are a plethora of apps that assist in navigation. These apps use your phone’s GPS functions and can work in the mountains offline.
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1 |
Avanet; Gaia Maps; Topo Maps
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Optional |
Smartphone |
Great for taking photos and videos. Smartphone batteries tend to shut down in freezing temps – keep your phone in a warm inner layer. A tether is ideal in the mountains to protet against dropping your phone.
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1 |
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Optional |
Softshell and Fleece Jacket |
Water-resistant, windproof, yet it “breaths,” which means it allows moisture to move through. Hoods are ideal. There are multiple thicknesses of Softshell jackets. A lightweight or medium-weight jacket is preferred. Fleece jackets are acceptable.
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1 |
Men: Rab VR Summit Jacket
Women: Rab VR Summit Jacket
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Rab
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Clothing |
Sports Bra |
Provides support and allows for full range of motion
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1 |
North Face Beyond the Wall
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Clothing |
Sun Hat |
A billed hat to keep the bright mountain sun at bay.
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1 |
Rab Trucker Logo Cap
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Rab
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Clothing |
Sunglasses |
“Wrap-Around” style sunglasses with 100% UV Protection.
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1 |
Julbo Shield
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Equipment |
SunscreenSPF 30 or higher. |
Travel size.
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1 |
Rocky Mountain Sunscreen SPF 50
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Equipment |
Synthetic or Merino Wool Socks |
Wool and synthetic blends are great for long days on the trail. “Ski” and “Snowboard” socks are especially useful when warmth is desired.
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2 |
Point 6 AT Hike Light Crew
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Clothing |
Thermos |
Many ice climbers prefer to bring a thermos of hot water or soup instead of one of their water bottles.
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1 |
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Optional |
Toe Warmers and Hand Heaters |
Help keep you warm on particularly cold days.
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1 |
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Optional |
Trash Bag |
Lining the inside of your pack with a heavy duty trash bag will keep the contents of your pack dry on rainy days.
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1 |
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Optional |
Trekking Poles |
Adjustable and without powder basket.
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1-2 |
CAMP Backcountry
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Colorado Mountain School
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Optional |
Watch with Altimiter |
An altimeter is very useful in gauging progression of altitude gain or loss when climbing, and especially when visibility is decreased due to weather. Many Altimeter watches have compasses or GPS tracking functions.
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1 |
Suunto Vector; Suunto Core
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Optional |
Water Bottles |
1 liter bottles are the standard. Bladders such as Camelbacks and Platypus are acceptable for above freezing temps, but only in conjunction with another bottle. Bladders are not acceptable during sub freezing temps. Sports drinks are also acceptable.
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2 |
Nalgene, Hydro Flask
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Neptune Mountaineering
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Equipment |
Waterproof Shell Jacket |
Non-insulated, Gore-Tex, Dermizax, Event, or other waterproofing system is required. Mostly, this jacket sits in the bottom of your pack and comes out when the weather gets nasty with precipitation. This jacket should fit over all other layers.
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1 |
Men: Rab Khroma Cirque GORE-TEX Jacket
Women: Rab Women’s Khroma Cirque GORE-TEX Jacket
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Rab
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Clothing |
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