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Mountaineering Checklist
Our comprehensive mountaineering day-trip gear list keeps you from forgetting anything important. For multiday trips, add gear from our Backpacking, Winter Camping, or Day Hiking lists.
The Ten Essentials
1. Navigation
2. Sun protection
3. Insulation
4. Illumination
5. First-aid supplies
6. Fire
7. Repair kit and tools
8. Nutrition
9. Hydration
10. Emergency shelter
Equipment Options
Rope (dry preferred; 9mm-10.5mm x 60m)
Helmet
Harness (with adjustable leg loops)
Boots (crampon-compatible)
Crampons
Ice axe (with leash)
Belay/rappel device
Pulley
Climbing pack
Route description or guidebook
Locking carabiner(s)
Nonlocking carabiners
Runners—singles and doubles
Prusik cords
Hand protection (athletic tape, gloves)
Signaling mirror
Crevasse rescue gear
Avalanche transceiver
Shovel
Probe
For Technical or Mixed Routes
Nuts
Nut extraction tool
Hexes
Ice tools (with leashes)
Ice screws
Camming devices
Clothing
Wicking base layers (synthetic or wool)
Fleece jacket or vest
Fleece pants
Insulating jacket (down or poly fill)
Insulating hat, cap, balaclava or headband
Sun-shielding hat or cap
Socks (synthetic or wool) plus spares
Gloves or mittens
Gaiters
Rain jacket with hood (or soft shell)
Waterproof pants or bibs
Bandana or Buff (neck or face gaiter)
Personal Items
Multifunction watch
Two-way radios
Cell phone in a protective container
Camera
Binoculars
Quick-dry towel
Lunch; energy food/gels/chews
Toilet paper
Sanitation trowel
Insulated sit pad
Handwarmer packets
Permits
This creates a private checklist in your account.