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- Bike
Your own bike, if you do not rent one. Book bike transport on trains or planes in advance.
- 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]
- Cycling gloves
Padded gloves ease the pressure on your hands on long rides and protect them in a fall. Full fingers are better on mountain bike trails.
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- 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]
- Padded shorts
Padded shorts make long rides more comfortable.
- Spare tubes
Spare inner tubes that fit your tyre size.
- Via ferrata gloves
Gloves protect your hands on the steel cable and the rock. With half fingers you can still handle the carabiners well.
- Via ferrata set
Two lanyards with an energy absorber and carabiners, tied into your harness. Check its age and condition; for the odd tour you can rent one.
- Walking boots
Sturdy boots with ankle support and a good tread for mountain trails. Break them in before the trip.
- Wicking jersey
A quick-drying jersey that wicks sweat away.