• Mountaineering boots (very stiff, crampon compatible)
• Gaiters
• Mountaineering equipment (if possessed)
• Harness *
• 5 HMS-locking carabiners
• Belay sling (120cm)
• Belay gear (eg. Petzl Reverso or Figure 8 descender) with Prusik sling (if possessed)
• 2 Tubular slings (120cm)
• 1 Short Reepschnur (thin cord; c. 1-2m, Ø 5-6mm)
• 1 Long reepschnur (thin cord; ca. 4m, Ø 5-6mm)
• Crampons (fitted and with anti-balling plates!) *
• Ice Axe *
• Ice screws (if possessed)
• Climbing helmet *
• Backpack
• Usual warm high mountaineering clothing (principle of layers)
• Rain- and wind-proof jacket (Gore Tex)
• Rain- and wind-proof trousers (Gore Tex)
• Softshell jacket or fleece (eg. breathable material)
• Hat
• Headband /Buff
• Sun hat
• Thin gloves
• Thick gloves
• Thermal underwear (eg. Merino underwear)
• Hiking socks (2 pairs)
• Spare clothing (limited)
• Toiletries
• Personal medication, if necessary
• Sun cream, lip balm
• Sunglasses for glaciers
• Snacks
• Penknife
• Waterbottle (Thermos if possible)
• Head- or pocket torch with full batteries
• Sleeping bag liner (eg. silk)
• Ear plugs
• Small first aid kit (plasters, bandage etc.)
• Alpine Club membership card (if member)
• Swiss railcard (if possessed)
• Money for transportation and drinks / snacks
• Notepaper and pen
• Camera (if required)

Equipment items marked with a star* can be be rented from us.

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