Climbers are responsible for providing their own personal clothing and equipment. Skyward Mountaineering will provide all group climbing equipment, such as ropes, protection and anchor material. If you need to borrow personal equipment, please notify our office ASAP. See recommended gear list below:

    • Underwear: Should be comfortable, synthetic or merino fibers wick moisture away from the body

    • Hiking socks: Lightweight warmth/cushion

    • Sun hat

    • Lightweight t-shirt: Synthetic fibers will wick sweat away to keep you cooler and more comfortable during warm temps

    • Midweight fleece jacket: An integrated hood adds warmth and weather protection

    • Wind jacket: Should have an integrated hood, stretch fabric is often more durable against abrasive rock

    • Lightweight insulated jacket: Down is lighter and more compressible

    • Climbing pants or leggings: Lightweight and stretchy

    • Shorts: Optional, for warmer temps

    • Climbing backpack: Approximately 40 liters

    • On route pack: Small 15-ish liter backpack for carrying comfortably without movement restriction

    • Approach shoes: Sticky rubber outsole for security while scrambling can be helpful at certain crags, though hiking sneakers are generally fine as well

    • Rock climbing shoes: Comfortable for all day wear

    • Chalk bag w/ chalk

    • Belay gloves: Full fingered recommended

    • Climbing helmet: Must be UIAA certified

    • Harness: Must have a belay loop and at least two gear loops

    • Tubular belay device with round bar stock locking carabiner

    • Assisted braking device w/ small/lightweight locking carabiner: A popular option is the Petzl GriGri

    • 48” (120cm) Double length nylon sling: A Personal Anchor System (PAS) is an acceptable replacement though lacks the versatility

    • Quad length sling (240cm): Useful for anchor construction

    • 20’ 6mm nylon cordalette: Useful for anchor construction and rescue systems

    • 2-3 Locking carabiners: Lightweight, screwgate is easier to operate than a triple-action carabiner

    • 1-2 Non locking carabiners

    • Athletic tape: Cotton/polyester blend, avoid generic pharmacy brands as they are not as durable or sticky. Eurotape is a popular option

    • Sunglasses: CAT 3 lenses w/ athletic fit recommended

    • Small tube of sunscreen and SPF chap stick

    • First aid kit: Small, should include any personal medications

    • Fully charged phone

    • Headlamp with fully charged batteries

    • 2 liters of water: A soft water bottle is more comfortable in a pack but care needs to be taken to not puncture it

    • High energy lunch and snacks: A healthy mix of fats, sugar, and protein for a full day of the on-the-go (leftover pizza or sandwiches are a great midday pick-me-up)

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