Scottish Winter Kit List - download PDF version here
The extremes of winter conditions in Scotland should not be under estimated. Shell garments in particular need to be of high quality, as do boots, gloves and other warm clothing
Waterproof Jacket - full weight breathable model preferred - eg Rab Latok or Suilivan Jackets
Overtrousers - with 3/4 or full length side zips - eg Rab Latok Salopettes or Latok Alpine Pants
Rucsac 40-50l capacity - a plastic liner is a must.
Winter Mountaineering Boots - need rigid model for ice climbing courses. eg Vasque Super Alpinista
Socks - 2 pairs of warm loop lined ones.
Gaiters - made from breathable material. eg Rab Latok Gaiter
Wicking thermal top - not cotton please!
2 Warm fleece jackets - or equivalent. eg Rab Baltoro Lite, Ogre Jkt, Phantom Jkt
Thermal leggings - or warm mountain trousers.
Thin Inner Gloves
Warm Ski Type Gloves - eg Rab Latok Glove, Ice Gauntlet, Mountain Gauntlet
Hat or Balaclava - must fit under a helmet.
Spare Mittens - especially if you suffer from cold hands. eg Rab Mountain Mitt
Spare Fleece - eg Rab Generator Smock, Photon Hoodie
Water Container - approx 1l, or .75l flask.
Headtorch + batteries eg Petzl Myo XP
Map, Compass + Whistle
Personal medications + blister kit
Ski Goggles + sun glasses if you're feeling lucky...
Harness, eg DMM Renegade + locking karabiner and belay device
Long sling + locking karabiner
Climbing Helmet
Crampons - with antiball plates. eg DMM Gladiator, Aiguille or Terminator (for technical ice)
Ice Axe - classic type for intro mountaineering. eg DMM Raptor or Cirque
Ice hammer - for ice and mixed courses. eg DMM Fly, Venom or Rebel
Your guide will have all other climbing safety kit, first aid and survival equipment plus the ropes (though you may be asked to carry one!)
Download: Scottish Winter Kit List
Alpine Summer Kit List - download PDF version here - see our hire kit rates here
Above all, alpine kit needs to do the job but be as light as possible. Fabrics such as e-vent and paclite are ideal for alpine waterproofs, which are carried as often as worn.
Waterproof Jacket - lightweight breathable model preferred. eg Rab Latok Alpine
Overtrousers - with long side zips. eg Rab Latok Alpine Pants
Rucsac 35 - 45l is sufficient.
Rigid Mountaineering Boots see guidance notes. eg Vasque Super Alpinista
Socks Warm loop lined pair + spares.
Gaiters made from breathable material. eg Rab Latok Gaiter
Wicking thermal top long sleeved and light colour is ideal!
Fleece mid layer or equivalent. eg Rab Baltoro Lite
Mountain Trousers or thermal leggings
Thin Inner Gloves
Warm Ski Type Gloves
Warm Hat must fit under a helmet.
Spare Fleece eg Rab Generator Smock, Photon Hoodie
Water Container at least 1litre.
Headtorch + batteries eg Petzl Myo XP
Map, Compass + Whistle
Personal medications + blister kit - bring lots of zinc oxide tape.
Sun Glasses (CE rated 3 or 4).
Sun + lip cream (factor 15+).
Sun Hat
Shorts + T Shirt
Small wash kit
Wallet + Passport
Rock Boots must be able to wear all day.
Approach shoes or trainers.
Harness Eg DMM Renegade + locking karabiner and belay device
2 prussik loops + karabiner if in doubt, bring 2.5m of 6mm climbing cord!
Long sling + locking karabiner
Climbing Helmet
Crampons with antiball plates. Eg DMM Gladiator or Aiguille
Ice Axe classic type for intro mountaineering. Eg DMM Raptor or Cirque
Ice hammer for 'technical' alpine weeks or those involving ice/mixed climbing. Eg DMM Fly, Rebel
Possible Extras:
Trekking Poles
Silk sheet liner + ear plugs for huts
Your guide will have all other climbing safety kit, first aid and survival equipment.
Download: Alpine Summer Kit List
Ski Mountaineering Kit List - download PDF version here - see our hire kit rates here
Just remember, every extra kilo on your back knocks 10% off your enjoyment on the descents! Getting hold of the best and lightest kit available is always worth it.
Waterproof Jacket - lightweight + breathable. Eg Rab Latok Alpine, Drillium Jkt, Vector Jkt
Overtrousers - with long side zips. Eg Rab Latok Alpine pants
Rucsac 35 - 45l Avoid ones covered in features, they weigh a ton!
Socks Warm loop lined pair + spares.
Wicking thermal top not cotton please...
Fleece mid layer or equivalent. Eg Rab Baltoro Lite, Ogre Jkt, Phantom Jkt
Thermal leggings or Mountain Trousers
Thin Inner Gloves
Warm Ski Gloves Eg Rab Mountain Gauntlet
Warm Hat
Spare Fleece Top Eg Rab Generator Smock, Photon Hoodie
Water Container - at least 1 litre.
Headtorch + batteries Eg Petzl Myo XP Map, Compass + Whistle
Personal medications + blister kit
Ski Goggles
Sun Glasses (CE rated 3 or 4)
Sun + lip cream (factor 15+).
Sun Hat
Small wash kit
Wallet + Passport
Ski Mountaineering Boots
Skis with Touring Bindings
Ski Poles with decent baskets. Normal poles are fine - preferable even.
Skins
Harscheisen (ski crampons)
Shovel
Probe
Avalanche Tranceiver
Harness and locking karabiner Eg DMM Alpine
Crampons light or full weight Eg DMM Gladiator.
Ice Axe lightweight preferable. Eg DMM Vapour
Possible Extras:
Silk sheet liner + ear plugs for huts
Your guide will have all other safety kit, first aid and survival equipment.
Download: Ski Mountaineering Kit List
Icefall Climbing Kit Notes - download full PDF icefall kit list here - see hire kit rates here
Bring along standard Scottish winter kit, with the addition of the following items:-
Pair of Technical Ice Tools eg DMM Rebels
Rigid Mountain Boots - must be warm, thinsulate lined models - eg Vasque Super Alpinista
2nd Pair Goretex Gloves - or equivalent, one pair will often get wet.
Light Duvet or Belay Jacket - eg Rab Quantum, Belay Jkt or Photon Hoodie
NB Crampons with vertically orientated front points can also help a lot! Eg DMM Terminators
Download: Full Ice Fall Climbing Kit List |
