Alpinism Kit list — Tom Ripley Mountain Guide

Kit list: Alpinism

Footwear

B2 Boots (e.g La Sportiva Trango) for summer alpinism

B3 Boots (e.g Scarpa Phantom) for icier objectives.

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Short gaiters
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Thick socks (2 pairs)
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Rock shoes
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Approach shoes/trainers for the walk in
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 Clothing

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Base layer top and undies
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Lightweight trousers
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Fleece top
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Softshell top
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Lightweight waterproof jacket and trousers

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Belay jacket
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Buff
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Sunglasses (wrap around Category 3 minimum)

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Sun scream (spf 50)
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Lip balm
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Warm climbing climbing gloves
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Leather gloves
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 Climbing Equipment

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Climbing harness
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Climbing helmet
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Belay device
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2 × screwgate carabiners
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120 cm sling + carabiner
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Prussik loops
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Ice axes and spring leashes
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Crampons (12 Point)
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Mountaineering Axe
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 Other stuff

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30L-40L rucksack
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Water bottle (1 litre max)
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Personal first aid kit (e.g. pain relief, blister plasters)

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Head torch
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Walking poles*
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Hut stuff

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Sheet sleeping bag
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Charging cables, battery pack and/or USB plug

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Travel sized toilettes 
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Spare socks, clean undies, spare tee shirt*

Other stuff

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Passport
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Money/credit card
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Comprehensive travel insurance (like BMC alpine and ski).

*Optional