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- Blister plasters
Special plasters that cushion blisters and help them heal.
- Boots / climbing shoes
Boots or other sturdy footwear with good grips may be worn, especially climbing shoes. [Wikipedia]
- Cams
Spring-loaded camming devices for protection in parallel cracks.
- Chalk
Chalk keeps your hands dry for a better grip.
- Chalk bag
A bag on your harness keeps the chalk within reach.
- Climbing guidebook
A guidebook for the crag with routes, grades and access.
- Climbing harness
A climbing harness is often used around the waist to secure the descender. A comfortable climbing harness is important for descents that may take many hours.[Wikipedia]
- Climbing pack
A robust backpack for rope and climbing gear.
- Descender
A descender or rappel device is a friction device or friction hitch that allows rope to be payed out in a controlled fashion, under load, with a minimal effort by the person…
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Energy food
Nuts, bars or dried fruit for quick energy on the way.
- Gear sling
A sling over the shoulder to carry your climbing gear sorted.
- Headlamp
Keeps your hands free in the tent, on the trail and at the campsite. Take spare batteries.
- Helmets
Helmets may be worn to protect the head from bumps and falling rocks. A light source may be mounted on the helmet in order to keep the hands free in unlit areas. [Wikipedia]
- Hexes
Hexagonal chocks as protection in wider cracks.
- Ice axe
For glaciers and steep snow. Only take it if you know how to use it.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Nonlocking carabiners
Snapgate carabiners for gear and slings. For belaying you need locking ones.
- Nut tool
A tool for removing nuts and cams stuck in cracks.
- Nuts
Nuts for placing your own protection in cracks.
- Pilgrim passport (credencial)
On the Way of St James you collect stamps in it. Pilgrim hostels often ask for it, and you need it for the Compostela certificate. Get it before you go or at the start.
- Prusik / Klemheist knot
A prusik, Klemheist knot, or autoblock knot may be used as safety back-up, commonly referred to as an 'autoblock,' and is used as a back-up in the case of the abseiler losing…
- Quickdraws
Quickdraws for clipping the rope into bolts. Count them for your longest route.
- Ropes
Ropes: Climbers often simply use their climbing ropes for abseiling. For many other applications, low-stretch rope (typically ~2% stretch when under the load of a typical…
- Runners
Slings for extending protection and building anchors.
- Sleeping bag liner
Many mountain huts require one for hygiene. Light and small to pack.
- Summit pack
A small, light backpack for the summit day while the rest stays at camp.
- Trekking poles
Take strain off your knees on descents and give you balance on rough trails.
- Walking boots
Sturdy boots with ankle support and a good tread for mountain trails. Break them in before the trip.
- Walking socks
Padded, quick-drying socks prevent blisters on long walks. Avoid cotton.