Climbing Equipment
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Ice Axe w/Leash
General mountaineering tool. Sizing is important: under 5'7" use a 60cm tool; 5'7"- 6'1" use a 65cm tool; over 6'1" use a 70cm tool. (Too short is preferable to too long). No rubberized grips-they are heavy and do not plunge well into the snow. Make sure that you have a leash that is designed for use on a glacier axe or a leash that you make from 9/16 webbing.
$47
Crampons
With flat rather than 'cookie cutter' frame rails. Your crampons should be steel, not aluminum for strength and durability. A combination heel bail/toe strap is a more universal system than a heel and toe bail system. We strongly recommend crampons with anti-balling plates
$25
Climbing helmet .
20ft of 6mm Acessory Cord
Used for pack leash and in conjunction with your ascender.
$40
Ascenders (1) One right or left.
Belay/Rappel Device
1 device that is tube style which allows for a wide variety of uses as opposed to a figure-8 or auto-locking style.
Sewn Runners/ Webbing
Two double length sewn runners and one single. Sewn runners are less bulky but cost more. Tied tubular 9/16 webbing can substitute. Approximate lengths for slings:Single Length 5.5ft and a Double is 9.5ft long.
$25
Alpine 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.
Carabiners
2 Large Pear or D-shaped locking Non-locking
$35
Adjustable 3 section Ski/Trekking Poles w/ Snow Baskets.
Optional .Snow baskets required. Helpful for balance when carrying heavy pack or for knee problems.
Footwear
$65
Double Plastic Climbing Boots
Good quality plastic shells with inner boots Avoid tight fit with heavy socks. Comfort is key in buying plastic boots. Spend a little extra time walking around the store or take them home and wear them around your house to make sure the fit is right. A little big is always better than a little small.
$37
Gaiters .
Wool or Synthetic Socks
4 pair heavyweight socks to be worn over the liner socks. When layering socks, check fit over feet and inside boots.
Liner Socks
4 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.
Light Hiking boots or trekking shoes
High comfort, good support. You will spend many days walking in these shoes. Make sure there is ample toe room.
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 )
2 pair tops & bottoms, Capilene, other synthetic or wool. No Cotton. 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. One set of white for intense sunny days on the glacier and one pair of dark for faster drying gives the most versatility.
Heavyweight Long Underwear Top ( M | W ). Expedition weight Capilene for extra warmth.
$56
Soft Shell Pants ( M | W ). These highly breathable, water repellent, 4-way stretch, durable pants are worn when conditions are not severe enough to warrant the use of Hard Shell Pants or Insulated Synthetic Pants.
Soft Shell Jacket ( M | W )
Mid-heavyweight. A full-zip version is easier to put on and has better ventilation than a pullover.
$59
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.
$57
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.
$99
Insulated Down Parka w/hood ( M | W ). Must be fully baffled, have an attached, insulated hood, and go below the waist.
$49
Insulated Synthetic Pant.
Full separating side zippers (This is very important for ventilation. Full side zips also allow pants to be taken off without having to remove boots).
Headwear
Wool/Synthetic Ski Hat .
Balaclava or buff. Look for a simple lightweight model. Buff preferred since it can be used to cover face to prevent sickness.
Baseball Cap or other Sun Hat .
Bandana. Used to shade your neck.
$42
Glacier glasses (w/ side covers or wrap around)
Regular sunglasses are usually not sufficient. 100% UV, IR, high quality optical lenses designed for mountain use, must have side covers and leashes. No more than 10% light transmission. If you wear contact lenses we recommend packing a spare pair of glasses - it is a good idea to have these with "photo-gray" or equivalent light-sensitive material so they can double as emergency sunglasses. If you wear glasses we recommend prescription glacier glasses (gray or amber).
Handwear
Lightweight Synthetic Liner Gloves
1 Pair. To wear alone on very sunny days for hand protection or as a layering piece with your Shell mitts.
$38
Soft Shell Gloves
1 Pair. This glove is usually worn alone and during times when the shell mitts would be too warm.
Shell Gloves w/ insulated removable liner.
1 pair. Provide the a degree of warmth without sacrificing dexterity, important while ascending fixed lines. A shell mitt (below) can substitute for Expedition Shell Glove.
Expedition Mitts .
1 pair. Should be large enough to fit lightweight Synthetic Liner Glove. Not as agile as gloves, but acceptable.
Personal Equipment
Backpack: Alpine
A comfortable Alpine climbing pack with a carrying capacity of 2,100-2,450 cu. in. (35-40 liters). Keep it simple and light, avoid unnecessary zippers, etc which add weight.
Sleeping Bag
(Expedition quality rated to at least 0°F). If you sleep cold bring a warmer bag. Goose down preferred over synthetic for bulk & weight. If well-cared-for, a down bag will last much longer than a synthetic bag. It should be roomy enough for comfortable sleeping but snug enough for efficient heat retention.
-20°F Sleeping Bag (optional)
Optional - Rent or purchase this bag if you sleep cold. Note: you only need to bring 1 sleeping bag on this trip.
Compression/summit pack stuff sack
Necessary to reduce volume when packing a sleeping bag and also double as a carry on and summit pack. Look for a compression sack that has shoulder straps and roll top.
$47
Self-Inflating pad
One 3/4 or full length pad. Make sure to include a valve stem and patch repair kit.
$12
Headlamp
Bring spare bulb & batteries. No Halogen bulbs: they take more power and have a shorter life.
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 .
Hand warmers and Toe Warmers
Bring 1-3 sets of each. Toe Warmers are different that hand warmers. They are formulated to work in a lower oxygen environment, like the inside of a boot, they also burn out more quickly.
Water Bottles
2.5 liters total capacity. Wide mouth bottles required. Sugg: Two 1liter bottles and one .5 liter. Water bag or bladder systems can be used on the trek.
Water Purification tablets.
Pee Bottle (1 Liter).
Large mouth, clearly marked water bottle. Collapsible 1 liter canteen takes up less volume than a bottle when empty.
Pee Funnel (for women).
Trash Compactor bags (4).
To line stuff sacks and pack. Trash Compactor bags are made from a heavier plastic.
Traveling
MP3 Player. Optional
Flash memory only players since hard drive players do not work at high altitude (above 13,000ft). Chargers can be used at several lodges along the way.
Camera gear: Optional.We recommend a small digital cameras. Please do not bring large SLR cameras with extra lenses. Disposable cameras also work well.
Toiletry Bag.
Toilet paper: Bring a small amount, it can be easy purchased in every village. Hand sanitizer: 1 large (8oz) and 1 small (2 oz.) bottles. Small bottle can be refilled from larger bottle. Toothbrush. Shower Kit (soap, shampoo, towel): Bring a quick dry travel towel for showering during the trek. Soap and shampoo can be purchased if you run out. Wet Wipes 1-2 per day. Keep kit small. Hand moisturizer.
Travel Clothes.
Include hiking shorts, quick drying synthetic pants and a small towel.
Optional: Small Duffel Bag. For storage of excess gear in Kathmandu.
$30
Large Duffel Bag w/ travel lock. (Lock not included in rental)
1 for transporting all gear.
First Aid
Small Personal First-Aid Kit
(Simple and Light) Aspirin (Extra Strength Excedrin is best), Antibiotic ointment, Moleskin,
molefoam, waterproof first-aid tape, athletic tape, Band-Aids, personal prescriptions, etc. The guides will have extensive first-aid
kits, so leave anything extra behind. Please let your guide know about any medical issues before the climb.
Drugs/Medications/Prescriptions.
Climbers should bring Mupirocin (Bactroban) cream, excellent topical antibiotic for scrapes and cuts. Cirprofloxin (Cipro) 500mg tablets for traveler’s diarrhea and for urinary tract infections. Loperamide (Lomotil) or Immodium for diarrhea. Acetazolamide (Diamox) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness. Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) 200mg tablets for altitude headaches, sprains, aches, etc. Excedrin for headaches. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325mg tablets for stomach sensitivity.
Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions
Rental Information
Confirmation:
Allow 48-72 hours for rental confirmation via email. Please note confirmations
might differ from original reservation, please check your confirmation as that list
contains items scheduled to ship.
Payment:
Credit card on file will be used to process rental payment. Charges are
processed at time of shipping (two weeks prior to departure date) and will include a
$50 Security deposit per item and shipping . Shipping cost is based on size and
weight and can only be determined at shipping.
Security Deposit:
Fees are fully refundable upon timely return (one week from end of trip date).
Fees may be assessed for repair or replacement of damaged item. Please allow
up to two weeks for your refunded to be credited. Please note that items not
returned within one week after trip end date Alpine Ascents reserves the right to
withhold all or part of your Security Deposit.
Shipment:
Rental items are scheduled to ship two weeks prior to departure. Once received
verify all items are correct and fit appropriately. Please note sizing information
provided is used to determine the sizes of items shipped.
You are responsible for rentals once items are shipped and until items are
received back at Alpine Ascents. We encourage you to insure your shipment.
