S2 Mountaineering




	BASIC EQUIPMENT Each mountain requires a different inventory of personal and team equipment to safely execute an expedition. More difficult or isolated mountains generally require more careful planning and logistical preparation. S2 expeditions are thoughtfully prepared with members usually months in advance of a scheduled climb. S2 members are also required to complete a “gear shakedown” before departure to assure all necessary personal and team equipment is available and serviceable. Having the wrong or defective equipment is a problem that can be avoided with careful planning. Well in advance of an expedition departure date, S2 leaders publish a personal gear list for members to use in assembling their “kit.” When departure day arrives, members have the benefit of knowing they have the appropriate equipment for their safety. S2 leaders are also available to consult on the most appropriate equipment for a particular mountain. The gear list provided below identifies basic personal equipment necessary for mountaineers at the beginning level on a weekend excursion to a peak below 15,000 ft. Note that personal equipment is separate from team equipment (i.e. tents, burners, etc.). Backpacks and Sleeping Bags Backpack with 80 to 100 liter capacity Daypack with 25-35 liter capacity Sleeping Bag with -10 rating Closed Cell Sleeping Pad Clothing Caution: Limit your use of cotton as it does not insulate when wet. Sweat Wicking T-Shirts (Qty 2) Heavy Weight Hiking Socks (Qty 2) Underwear (Briefs are preferable, Qty 2) Thermal Weight Long Johns (Qty 1) Walking Pants (Qty 1) Walking Shorts (Qty 1) Long Sleeve Heavyweight Hiking Shirt (Qty 1) Short Sleeve Hiking Shirt (Qty 1) Fleece Jacket Gore-Tex Waterproof Jacket Calf Gaiters Comfortable and Worn Hiking Boots Glove Liners Heavyweight Gloves Balaclava or Heavyweight Hat Wide Brimmed Baseball Hat Hardware & Miscellaneous Equipment Camera and Film Sunglasses with UV-filter High Energy Snacks Head Lamp with Extra Batteries Water Bottles (Qty 2) or Camelback with 3 Liter Capacity Water Purification Tablets Ear Plugs Plastic Bags (Qty 2) Telescoping Hiking Poles Bowl, Cup and Spoon Knife Lighter or Matches Personal Hygiene and First Aid Pain Relief (i.e. Ibuprofen/Advil) Blister Pads Band-Aids Any Personal Medications Toothbrush and Toothpaste Deodorant Wet Wipes and Toilet Paper Brush/Comb Sanitary Products Lip Balm with UV protection Vaseline Sun Screen (30+ Protection)