Gear

A living document of the stuff I carry for different activities. Note to self.

Mountaineering #

Footwear & traction

• Mountaineering boots (semi-automatic crampon-compatible, stiff sole, B-C Boot)
• Crampons (matched to the boot, Petzel Vasak)
• Approach shoes / trail runners (Hoka Speedgoat 7)
• Socks (for both pairs of shoes)
• Gaiters

Base layers

• Thermal long top
• Thermal long bottoms
• T-shirt/No sleeves
• Long-sleeve
• Shorts
• Underwear
• Bra
• Buff

Insulation & shells

• Fleece
• Light compact down jacket
• Soft-shell trousers (alpine, long)
• Rain jacket
• Rain pants
• Gloves (inner and outer)

Climbing & glacier kit

• Harness
• Helmet
• Ice axe (general mountaineering length)
• Ice screw
• Rope, 50 m / 8.6 mm
• 4 locking carabiners
• 3 prusiks
• 120 cm sling
• Ice screws & pulley (for crevasse rescue)

Pack & carry

• 30 L backpack (ideally 35–40 L)
• Liner bag
• Waterproof bag / drybags (waterproof everything)
• Spare plastic bags and ziplocks

Navigation & electronics

• Head torch (+ spare battery)
• Watch
• Power bank, cables

Food & water

• Water + water bladder
• Snacks (protein bars, cereal bars, Haribo)

Health & hygiene

• Sunglasses (Category 4)
• Sunscreen
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, small towel, lip balm, hair tie, hair clip, contact lenses, glasses)
• First aid (paracetamol)
• Tissues

Documents & money

• Cash (hut fee + 50 EUR)
• Alpine club card
• ID and driver’s license

Trekking

• Hiking poles

On my wishlist #

• Petzl Micro Traction
• Tibloc
• Paper or downloaded map
• Paper and pen
• Breathable headband
• Quick-dry t-shirt
• Smaller power bank
• Spare phone battery
• Lighter camera + camera clip
• Sleeping pill
• Repair / fixing tape

What I’ve stopped bringing #

• Books — the huts have plenty. I’m kind of obsessed with Paul Lagier’s pala mini e-reader that you can 3d print and assemble.

Before you go #

• Put the sunscreen in a plastic bag.
• Download the map before you leave.
• Check the weather.
• Call the hut.
• Pack anti-tick insect spray.

Bike packing #

Ultralight Alpine Gravel Bikepacking Packing List (5 Days) #

Bike & Essentials #

• Gravel bike (fresh brake pads, good tires with grip)
• Helmet
• Lightweight bikepacking bags (frame + saddle + small handlebar roll)
• Front/rear light (USB)
• Phone with mount (offline maps downloaded)

Tools & Spares (More Critical in Mountains) #

• Multitool (with chain breaker)
• 1–2 spare tubes
• Tubeless plugs / patch kit
• Mini pump
• Tire levers
• Quick link
• Tape

Sleep System (Weather-Ready) #

• Bivy
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad

Clothing (Layering for Elevation Changes) #

• 1 spare cycling kit
• Waterproof jacket (reliable, not emergency-only)
• Warm layer (light down or fleece)
• Arm/leg warmers (versatile for climbs/descents)
• 1–2 spare socks
• Gloves (full-finger for cold descents)
• Buff or cap

Food & Hydration #

• Snacks (1–1.5 days; resupply can be limited)
• Electrolytes
• 2–3 water bottles
• Water filter or tablets

Tech #

• Phone (navigation + emergency)
• Power bank (20,000 mAh)
• Charging cable
• Headlamp

Personal & Safety #

• Toothbrush + small toothpaste
• Sunscreen (high SPF, alpine sun)
• Lip balm
• Chamois cream (small)
• Minimal first aid (bandages, pain relief, blister care)
• Toilet paper / wipes

Essentials #

• ID
• Bank card + cash
• Phone

Sport climbing #

Coming soon