Gannet Peak Equipment List

Footwear

Trail running shoes: For the beginning and end of the trip trail runners or a lightweight hiking shoe for more ankle support 

Guide pick: Scarpa Rush trail runner

Scarpa Rush Men’s 

Scarpa Rush Women’s

Looking for more support: Scarpa Rush Mid GTX

Rush Mid Men’s 

Rush Mid Women’s

Mountain Boots: All Gannett Peak Climbs, require a crampon-compatible mountain boot

Guide Pick: Scarpa Zodiac Tech  

Boots are also available for rent at the JHMG office.  

Socks: 2-4 pairs: Lightweight wool or synthetic socks 

Upper Layers

Synthetic/Wool Long Underwear Top:

Synthetic/ Wool Sun Hoody:

Synthetic T-shirt: 

 1- 2 Insulating Jacket: Lightweight fleece or synthetic 

Soft Shell or Wind shirt: 

Rain Jacket: Waterproof with hood 

Bottom Layers

Synthetic/Wool Long Underwear Bottom: 

Hiking Short or Pants: for approach

Synthetic Climbing Pant:

Rain Pant:

Accessories

Hat: lightweight to medium-weight warm hat and a Sun hat both should be  sleek enough to be worn under a helmet

Sun Hat

Warm Hat

Buff

Gloves: BRING TWO PAIRS – one lightweight to medium weight pair – synthetic or fleece material. 

On The Trail

Alpine Climbing Pack: Internal frame only. 50  to 60 L for a 2 or 6-day trip. Large enough to fit all your personal gear plus ten pounds of food and water.

Sleeping Bag

The Mountain Guides rents synthetic 30-degree Mountain Hardwear bags  

Sleeping Pad: Closed-cell foam or Thermarest

Water Bottles: (2-3 L/Qt.) or H2O hydration system

Water Treatment: Steripen or filter in bottle or drops

Stuff Sacks: zip lock bags for organization (optional)  

Dark Sunglasses

Extra Contact Lenses

Sun Hat or Visor

Sunscreen: 35+SPF

Lip Balm: with SPF

Headlamp: with fresh batteries

First Aid (minimal): blister care, ibuprofen

Guides will carry a large first-aid kit

Lunch, snacks & drink mix

Lunch on the first day can be more robust such as a deli sandwich (keep the trash to a minimum since you will be carrying it) 

Trail lunch consists of snacks throughout the day. Aim for a variety of items including sweet, salty, fat, and proteins. 

Examples: beef jerky, cheese and crackers, dried fruit, bars, candy, PB&J, etc. 

Find a balance between high-calorie foods and space/weight in your pack 

Drink mixes with electrolytes

Make sure to save some of your favorite snacks for summit day

Recommended & Optional Items

Trekking Poles: highly recommended to help with uneven terrain

Camera 

Insoles: custom or aftermarket

Insect Repellent 

Headnet 

Camp Shoe: lightweight

Buff 

Cold Weather Considerations

Early and late-season temperatures require warmer clothing. You may consider additional clothing if you get cold easily or if it is unusually cold or windy.

Buff or neck gaiter

Extra down vest or jacket

Expedition weight long underwear

Extra gloves

**The Mountain Guides supplies all rock climbing gear, harnesses, helmets, locking carabiners & belay/rappel devices, crampons, and ice axes. However, you are welcome to bring your own equipment. Please coordinate with our office for gear checks. Backpacks, rock shoes, and boots can all be rented & purchased in our Jackson office.

For your safety and comfort, bring synthetic and or natural fiber clothing for insulation. Cotton
is NOT recommended and down must be kept dry. Clothing should be able to layer without encumbering movement.