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 fibers wick moisture away from the body

    • Hiking socks: Lightweight warmth/cushion

    • Sun hat

    • Lightweight t-shirt: Merino wool or synthetic fibers will wick sweat away and keep you cooler and more comfortable during hot temps

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

    • Hard shell jacket: Lightweight protection for afternoon thunderstorms

    • Lightweight insulated jacket: Down is lighter and more compressible

    • Climbing pants or leggings: Lightweight and stretchy

    • Shorts: Optional, for warmer temps 

    • Climbing backpack: Approximately 35 liters

    • Approach shoes: Should have sticky rubber outsole for security while scrambling on the approach and/or descent, though lightweight hiking shoes are an acceptable substitution

    • Rock climbing shoes: Comfortable for all day wear. A slightly downturned toe is more precise for face climbing

    • 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

    • Assisted braking device w/ locking carabiner: Your guide can provide a lightweight device to securely belay the leader, but if you have a preferred device such as a GriGri, you may bring that

    • Personal Anchor System (PAS) or adjustable tether, such as Petzl Connect Adjust

    • 1-2 Locking carabiners Lightweight, screwgate is easier to operate than a triple-action carabiner

    • 1-2 Non locking carabiners

    • Sunglasses: Dimmable recommended, CAT 3 lenses w/ athletic fit

    • 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

    • 1-2 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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