![]() ![]() Socks: Four complete changes of medium to heavyweight wool or wool/synthetic blend socks. The classic Outdoor Research Crocodile is a trusty go-to. Gaiters: Make sure that these fit over your double boots, for use at the lower elevations. A good snug fit is extremely important for either choice. Suitable models include Purple Haze or K2 Superlight. Overboots: 40 Below brand overboots are recommended. When in doubt between sizes, get the larger one, as feet may swell at altitude. Option: Triple all-in-one mountaineering boots are also appropriate for a Denali expedition like the Millet Everest or La Sportiva Olympus Mons, for which overboots are required. One or two rolls of toilet paper, each in a Ziploc bag, and a small bottle of hand sanitizer.īoots: double insulated boots with an overboot: La Sportiva Spantik or G2 SM, Scarpa Inverno or equivalent. On the mountain toiletries: Toothbrush and small tube of paste as well as dental floss. Thermos: Hydro Flask makes a high quality thermos. Women should consider bringing a Female Urination Device or pee funnel. Bring a third bottle (well marked) as a pee bottle. The Forty Below Bottle Boot is low profile and keeps bulk down in your backpack. Water bottles: Two 1 liter wide-mouth Nalgene bottles with insulating covers. The Marmot Col Membrain -20° or Feather Friends Peregrine -25° would both work great.Ģ Sleeping pads: 1 closed cell foam pad like the Therm-a-rest Z Lite, and 1 inflatable pad such as the Therm-a-rest NeoAir XTherm. A good compression stuff sack is highly recommended to reduce bulk. A synthetic bag rated to -20☏ is going to be very bulky and not recommended. Best and lightest is a water/wind resistant fabric covered down bag. ![]() If you get cold easily a -40☏ bag is recommended. Make sure it fits your body size and shape. Good options include the Mammut Barryvox or BCA Tracker.īackpack: Large expedition size (85 to 100 liters) internal frame. Snowshoes: Lightweight with traction bindings like MSR Revo or Lightning Ascent.Īvalanche transceiver with fresh batteries and one spare set that is appropriate for your specific unit (lithium batteries are preferred if your unit is compatible with them). ![]() Trekking poles: 3 section collapsible poles with large snow baskets. You should also have a leash that can be attached to your harness (important when wearing bulky mittens). like the Petzl Glacier or the Black Diamond Raven. If your boots are a large size, you may need an extender bar to make your crampons fit properly. Note: ensure that your crampons fit your boots, if using overboots. Petzl Vasak or Grivel G12's are both good options. Pick a crampon that has horizontal front points as opposed to vertical front points. Make sure they stay securely on over your overboots. Sled rigging: 20' of 6mm cord for towing the sled and 20' of 3mm utility cord for lashing your duffel onto the sled.Ĭrampons: Modern 12-point adjustable mountaineering crampons with anti-bot plates. You really can't go wrong with either the Petzl Altitude or the Black Diamond Couloir models.Ĭlimbing helmet that fits comfortably over your hat.Ĭarabiners: Two pear shaped locking cariabiners, and 8 lightweight non-locking.Īscender: Petzl Ascension is a good choice. Adjustable leg loops, belay loop and gear loops are also a plus. Climbing GearĬlimbing harness: Double check that your harness is sized properly to fit over several layers. Don't cut corners on the quality of your gear. Keep in mind that this list has been carefully compiled by the expedition organizer. Please consider each item carefully and be sure you understand the function of each piece of equipment before you substitute or delete items. This equipment list is meant to help you compile your personal gear for a mountaineering expedition. IMG Covid-19 Vaccine Policy IMG Denali Expedition Gear List Sign up for our e-Newsletter » Help with Travel » Autographed books by Phil Ershler and Eric Simonson » Employment Opportunities » Comments from IMG Climbers and Trekkers ».Comments from IMG Climbers and Trekkers.All IMG Expeditions: Filter by Preference.IMG Covid-19 Policy » IMG Expedition Videos » Autographed books » Environmental Stewardship at IMG » IMG in the News » Sign up for our e-Newsletter ». ![]()
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