Multi - Day Summer Climb Equipment List
Footwear
Objective Dependent – Scarpa footwear is available at Jackson Hole Mountain Guides for rent. JHMG also carries a selection of rock shoes for rent.
Sticky Rubber Approach Shoes: required for all mid-summer climbs (mid-July through Sept). Â (Available for rent)
OR
Mountain Boots: Most trips before July 15 and all Gannett Peak Climbs, require a crampon-compatible mountain boot – Guide Pick: Scarpa Zodiac Tech (Available for rent)
Rock Shoes for technical rock routes (Available for rent)
Socks: 2-4 pairs: sized for your boots and blister prevention
Upper Layers
Synthetic/Wool Long Underwear Top
OR
Synthetic/ Wool Sun Hoody
Synthetic T-shirt
Insulating Jacket: lightweight fleece or synthetic
Soft Shell: fleece or pile
Rain Jacket: waterproof/breathable with hood.
Bottom Layers
Synthetic/Wool Long Underwear Bottom
Hiking Short or Pant for approach
Synthetic Climbing Pant
Rain Pant
Accessories
Hat: lightweight to medium-weight warm hat – sleek enough to be worn under a helmet
Gloves: BRING TWO PAIR – one lightweight to medium weight pair – synthetic or fleece material. If snow route, shell also recommended.
On the trail
Alpine Climbing Pack – Internal frame only. 45 to 5O L for 2 or 4 day trip. Large enough to fit all your personal gear plus ten pounds of food and water.
Sleeping Bag
Water Bottles (2-3 L/Qt.) or H2OÂ hydration system
Water Treatment – Steripen or other
Closed-toed camp shoes (optional)
Stuff Sacks: zip lock bags
Dark Sunglasses
Extra Contact Lenses
Sun Hat or Visor
Sunscreen (35+SPF)
Lip Balm
Headlamp and Fresh Batteries
First Aid – minimal: blister care, analgesic, etc.
Lunch, snacks & drink mix.
Misc Items: minimal: light knife, camera,
bandana, camp suds, washcloth, etc.
Some trips require (please inquire with JHMG):
Sleeping Pad: Closed-cell foam or Thermarest
Recommended & Optional Items
Trekking Poles
Camera and batteries, spare memory card
Insoles: custom or aftermarket
Insect Repellent (Ask the office if this is necessary)
Headnet (Ask the office if this is necessary)
Camp Shoe – lightweight
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 the 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.