CLOTHING: In the mountains it is important to layer your clothing. I suggest layers of light, easily carried clothing that allow for fast and easy adjustment to best suit fast changing temperature conditions in the mountains. Cotton clothing of any kind is not recommended as it causes rapid heat loss when wet. We will have time to go through your clothing and gear prior to the climb. You will need to bring:

• LONG PANTS to climb in. These should be nylon blend or Sheoller material
• Light SHIRT or T-SHIRT.
• Wool or fleece LONG SLEEVE SHIRT.
• Heavyweight fleece or insulated / down JACKET.
• Water proof OUTER JACKET with hood (Gore-Tex).
• Waterproof OUTER PANTS, preferably with side zips on legs.
• Light weight GLOVES.
• WARM HAT / TOUQUE
• NECK TUBE / BALACLAVA

EQUIPMENT LIST You will need to bring:

• APPROACH SHOES OR LIGHT WEIGHT BOOTS
• SLEEPING BAG
• THERMA-REST, only for camping or bivi’s
• BACKPACK: Large enough to carry spare clothing, food, water and climbing gear. Approx. 40-50 litres
• CLIMBING HARNESS
• ROCK CLIMBING SHOES, comfy shoes for all day use
• CLIMBING HELMET
• CHALK BAG
• BELAY DEVICE WITH LOCKING CARABINER
• LIGHT WEIGHT CRAMPONS
• SUNGLASSES with good UV protection
• SUN CREAM.
• LIP SUN CREAM
• HEADLAMP with fresh batteries.
• WATERBOTTLE (1L minimum).
• POCKET KNIFE.
• BLISTER KIT ('moleskin', 'Second Skin')
• CAMERA
• TREKKING POLE or old SKI POLE, optional