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40 ft 6mm Acessory Cord
For Prussiks. Please bring as a continuous piece, prussiks are cut as part of the curriculum. Choose cord that is soft and supple.
12ft of 9/16" or 11/16" climb spec. webbing.
$22
Climbing helmet .
Locking Carabiner
One- large pear shaped.
Rappel Device
Leather garden gloves or rappel gloves. 1 pair
Chalkbag with chalk ball. (optional) No loose chalk, please.
Rock Climbing Harness.
Harness should fit over all clothing, have gear loops, adjustable leg loops and be reasonably comfortable to hang suspended in. Make sure you can get into the harness without having to step through any part of it. Note: Padded harnesses with centered tie-in points are preferable to unpadded swami style webbing harnesses because they are more comfortable.
Footwear
Light Hiking Boot or Trekking shoes.
1 pair of sturdy hiking shoes or lightweight boots in which you can wear a light to midweight synthetic sock comfortably.
Rock Climbing shoes.
Choose shoes that are all-purpose and ideally provide some ankle coverage. Fit your shoes so that they are snug yet comfortable without socks.
Sandals/watershoes.
Sport sandals or flip-flops for standing around camp and at the base of climbs.
Wool or Synthetic Socks
3 pair heavyweight wool or synthetic socks (wool is warmer) to be worn over the liner socks. When layering socks, check fit over feet and inside boots. It is very important to buy new socks regularly as they lose their cushioning over time. Socks with padded shins are especially nice with plastic boots.
Liner Socks
1-2 pair of smooth thin wool, nylon or Capilene to be worn next to the skin. This reduces the incidence of blisters and hot-spots and makes the outer sock last longer before needing to be changed. They should fit well with your heavyweight socks.
Technical Clothing
Synthetic Short Underwear.
2-3 Pairs of NON-Cotton short style underwear. (boxers, briefs, panties, bras etc.) Amount based on personal preference.
Lightweight Long Underwear ( M | W )
1-2 pair tops & bottoms, Capilene, other synthetic or wool. Lightweight is preferable as it is more versatile (worn single in warmer conditions and double layer for colder). Zip-T-neck tops allow more ventilation options.
T-shirt ( M | W ). Two to three shirts include one synthetic T.
Expedition weight underwear top, or fleece vest ( M | W )
For extra warmth.
Climbing Pants.
Durable nylon or cotton pants with gusseted crotch for flexibility.
Synthetic Soft Shell Jacket ( M | W )
This jacket will be worn over your other layers and underneath your shell jacket.
$49
Hard Shell Jacket w/ hood ( M | W )
We recommend a waterproof breathable shell material with full front zipper, underarm zips, and no insulation. This outer layer protects against wind and rain.
$53
Hard Shell Pants ( M | W )
Waterproof, breatheable. Full length side zippers preferred because it allows easy removal of pants, 7/8th zippers allowed but is more difficult to remove pants. No short 1/2 length, or short lower leg zippers allowed as it is difficult to put pants on when crampons are already on.
Shorts ( M | W )
Mid-thigh or longer for climbing.
Headwear
Warm Lightweight synthetic/wool hat .
Baseball Cap or other Sun Hat .
Bandana. To shade the neck. (Optional)
Sunglasses.
Simple sport style.
Handwear
$26
Soft Shell Gloves
1 Pair. This glove is usually worn alone and during times when the shell mitts would be too warm. This glove can have a light shell exterior.
Personal Equipment
Trekking Backpack
Internal frame pack expandable to 3500 cubic inches. Keep it simple and light.
Sleeping Bag
(High quality with hood rated to at least 20°F). Your bag needs to be long enough that your feet are not pressing out the foot box which will make you colder. It should be roomy enough for comfortable sleeping but snug enough for efficient heat retention.
Compression Stuff Sack for reducing volume.
$39
Self-Inflating pad
One 3/4 or full length pad. Make sure to include a valve stem and patch repair kit.
$6
Closed Cell Foam Pad
One full length closed cell is recommended.
$35
Tent (price per person)
Good quality 3-4 season, 2+ person backpacking tent.
Cup .
Spoon .
Bowl :
Frying Pan: (optional) A small, non-stick pan is great for adding variety to campground meals.
$15
Cooking Pot
2qt. minimum, lightweight pot with tight fitting lid and handle. Aluminum or titanium are much lighter and easier to use than stainless steel. Make sure you include pot grabbers to hold your pot.
$20
Backpacking Stove (rental includes fuel bottle )
Complete liquid fuel stove and repair kit. Make sure fuel pump is included. Gas canister stoves are not recommended as you have to supply your own fuel and they are much heavier and take longer to boil water.
Fuel Bottle (33oz)
Alpine Ascents will supply the fuel. We can supply the bottles at no cost due to expanded airline security measures.
$21
Headlamp
If batteries are brand new spare batteries are not required. LED headlamps preferred due to their low bulk, long battery and bulb life. Spare bulbs not necessary for LED lights.
Sunscreen
SPF 40 or better, 2 small tubes. Note: Sunscreen older than 6 months loses half of its SPF rating, make sure that you have new sunscreen.
Lipscreen .
Water Bottles
2 or 3 Wide mouth bottles with minimum 1 Litre capacity per bottle. No water bag or bladder systems, they freeze or
are hard to fill.
Water Purification tablets.
1 bottle. Water filters are too heavy and clog quickly with silt. Steri-Pen also acceptable. Suggested Iodine or AquaMira (Non-iodine)
Toiletry Bag.
Include toilet paper (no more that one roll stored in plastic bag), alcohol hand sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste. Do not include soap, shampoo, deodorant, or cosmetics.
Insect Repellent
Small bottle. Not necessary until July. Do not use repellant that is stronger than 25% DEET.
Compass.
With sighting mirror and declination adjuster.
Knife or Multi-Tool
(Optional) Medium sized. Keep the knife simple.
Lighters (2)
We recommend disposable, adjustable lighters, rather than matches, for lighting stoves. Make sure the lighter is new and full of fuel.
Cloth Athletic Tape. 1 roll of 1” tape for taping hands.
Small Personal First-Aid Kit
(Simple and Light) Ear plugs, Aspirin, Moleskin, molefoam, Band-Aids, personal medications, small
Camera gear: Optional. Keep it simple and light. Disposable and digital cameras also work well.
Traveling
Travel Clothes. A set of clean clothes is nice to have to change into after the trip.
Large Duffel Bag w/ travel lock.
Used for transporting your gear and for storage of extra gear at Alpine Ascents.
Food
Please review the 'Menu Plan' document that was included in your confirmation materials for what items you are expected to bring. Your lunch bag should weigh as much as your dinner & breakfast bags combined.
Washington Climbs Rental Information
Reserve: Please submit one reservation per person per departure. Recommend
submitting reservation at least two weeks in advance.
Payment: Due at the end of your gearcheck. Cash, Check, and major credit cards accepted. WA State Sales tax applies to all Washington rentals.
Confirmation: Allow 48-72 hours for confirmation via email.
Damage Deposit: Copy of credit card information to be kept on file. Fees may be applied to your card on file for repair or replacement of damaged items.
Pickup: Rentals items are issued during your gearcheck. Sizing adjustments can be made at that time. Early arrival is not required.
Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions
