BLACKBIRD MOUNTAIN Alps Hut Based Alpine Climbing Instructions

BLACKBIRD MOUNTAIN Alps Hut Based Alpine Climbing

Specifications

• Ice Axe: Petzl Glacier
• Crampons: Petzl Vasak or Irvis
• Climbing Boots: LaSportiva Nepal Cube
• Locking Carabiners: Petzl Attache
• Sling: Black Diamond 10mm Dynex Runner
• Belay Device: Mammut Nordwand Belay or Petzl Reverso
• Mountain Boots: La Sportiva Aequilibrium LT or Scarpa Ribelle Tech
• Sun Hat: Blackbird Mountain Guides Logo Hat
• Sunglasses: Julbo Shield
• Warm Hat
• Neck Gaiters: Buff or similar
• Underwear: Wool/Synthetic
• Socks: Darn Tough Via Ferrata
• Long Underwear: Syncrino Leggings
• Climbing Pants: Rab Ascendor AS
• Sleeping Bag Liner: Rab Traveller Cotton
• Water Bottles: Nalgene Bottle and Hydrapak Flux 1.5L
• Power Adapter: TESSAN International Plug
• Duffel: Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled Duffel 100L

Product Usage Instructions

Technical Gear Usage

• Ice Axe: Use for mountaineering and ice climbing.
• Crampons: Attach securely to your boots for traction on icy terrain.
• Climbing Boots: Wear to provide stability and support in mountainous conditions.

Head and Neck Layers Usage

• Sun Hat: Protect your face from the sun.
• Sunglasses: Shield your eyes from UV rays and glare.
• Neck Gaiters: Keep your neck warm and protected from the elements.

Lower Body and Foot Layers Usage

• Wear appropriate underwear, socks, and long underwear for comfort and warmth.
• Softshell Climbing Pants: Use for flexibility and weather resistance during climbs.

Sleeping and Hut Gear Usage

• Sleeping Bag Liner: Place inside your sleeping bag for added comfort and cleanliness.
• Ear Plugs: Use for a peaceful sleep in shared accommodation.

Food and Water Usage

• Stay hydrated with bottled water and soft water bottles.
• Carry snacks for energy during the trip.

Travel Items Usage

• Use the power adapter for international travel.
• Duffel: Pack your gear for convenient transportation.

Other Essentials Usage

• Protect your skin with sunscreen and lip balm.
• Maintain hygiene with hand sanitizer.
• Prevent blisters with KT Blister Prevention Tape.

Optional Items Usage

• Consider carrying a first aid kit and hydration system for emergencies.

Group Gear
Blackbird Mountain Guides will provide essential group gear for the trip, including ropes, snow pickets, rock/ice protection, and guide’s first aid kits.

FAQ

• Q: Do I need to bring my own climbing ropes?
  A: No, Blackbird Mountain Guides will supply ropes for the group.

• Q: Can I use any type of crampons with my climbing boots?
  A: It is recommended to use steel crampons compatible with your specific boots for safety and performance.

• Q: Is it necessary to bring a hydration system?
  A: While it’s optional, a hydration system can be convenient for staying hydrated during climbs.

Gear Guide – Alps Hut-Based Alpine Climbing
General Mountaineering (Gran Paradiso, Mont Blanc, etc)
Gear Guide / Packing List

Technical Gear

• Ice Axe – Classic ice axe for mountaineering; Petzl Glacier
• Crampons – Steel Crampons Compatible with Your Boots; Petzl Vasak or Irvis
• Climbing Boots – Suitable for the Weather and Mountain; LaSportiva Nepal Cube, Scarpa Mont Blanc, or Scarpa Phantom Tech
• Climbing Helmet – Petzl Sirocco or Mammut Wall Rider
• Headlamp – LED headlamp with fresh batteries; Petzl Actik Core
• Climbing Harness – Alpine or Rock Climbing Harness, Mammut Zephyr, Petzl Altitude,
• Triple Action Locking Carabiner – Edelrid HMS Strike Triple FG Locking Carabiner
• Gaiters – Low Profile, Lightweight Gaiters; OR Flex-Tex II
• Trekking Poles – Lightweight, Adjustable Poles with Baskets; BD Alpine FLZ Poles
• Backpack – A 35-45L pack that fits your layers & climbing gear. Rab Ascendor 35:40;
• Trail Running Shoes – light trail running shoes for trail approaches. Mammut Saentis low.

Technical Gear (for trips involving technical rock and ice)

• Two Locking Carabiners – Petzl Attache, etc
• Double Length Sling – Sewn Runner; Black Diamond 10mm Dynex Runner
• Belay Device – Tube Style Belay Device; Mammut Nordwand Belay, Petzl Reverso
• 3 Season Mountain Boots – light boots that perform better on rock; La Sportiva Aequilibrium LT, Scarpa Ribelle Tech;

Head and Neck Layers

• Sun Hat – A Baseball Hat; Blackbird Mountain Guides Logo Hat
• Sunglasses – Dark Lens Glasses with Side Coverage; Julbo Shield
• Goggles (bring these, we may choose to leave them in town depending on weather)
• Warm Hat – Lightweight Warm Hat that Fits Under Your Helmet;
• Neck Gaiters – Light to Midweight Neck Gaiters; Buff or your favorite Face Masks

Upper Body and Hand Layers

• Long Sleeve Base Layer – Lightweight, Synthetic/Wool; Patagonia SunHoody
• Breathable Insulating Top Layer – Light Insulation Layer; Rab Filament Hoody
• Warm Insulating Top Layer – Midweight Insulation Layer; Rab Xenair
• Puffy – Midweight Down or Synthetic with Hood; Rab Neutrino Pro or similar
• Hardshell Jacket, Hooded – Waterproof, Gore-Tex, NOT insulated; Rab Zanskar Jacket
• Light Gloves – Light to Mid Weight for Warm Temps; Velocity Guide Glove
• Midweight Gloves – Mid to Heavy Weight for Cold Conditions; Guide 2 GTX Glove
• Sports Bra – Wool/Synthetic;

Lower Body and Foot Layers

• Underwear – Wool/Synthetic underwear; Syncrino Boxers
• Socks – Midweight Wool/Synthetic; Darn Tough Via Ferrata
• Long Underwear – Wool/Synthetic “Long Johns”; Syncrino Leggings
• Softshell Climbing Pants – Breathable, Weather Resistant Pants – Rab Ascendor AS

Sleeping and Hut Gear

•  Sleeping Bag Liner – Comfortable large, backpacker’s liner; Rab Traveller Cotton
• Ear Plugs

Food and Water

• Dinner – Dinner will be provided at the hut.
• Breakfast – Breakfast will be provided at the hut.
• Bottled Water – Water is available for purchase at the huts.
• 1 Liter Nalgene Bottle – A Hard Sided Water Bottled.
• Soft Water Bottle 1.5L – Flexible Water Bladder; Hydrapak Flux 1.5L ***Please bring at least one hard sided water bottle.
• Lunch/Snack Food – Snacks for Each Day of the Trip;

Travel Items

•  Euro- Power Adapter – TESSAN International Plug
• Roller Duffel or Duffel – Roller Duffels can be nice to get to/from trains/etc, carting around in town; Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled Duffel 100L

Other Essentials

•  Sun Screen (SPF 30 minimum)
• Lip Balm (with SPF)
• Hand Sanitizer
• Blister Prevention /Dressings; KT Blister Prevention Tape

Optional

• First Aid Kit; Small Personal Kit
• Chemical Hand Warmers
• Hydration System – Flexible Water Bladder with Hose; Hydrapak, Camelback, Platypus

Group Gear
Blackbird Mountain Guides will supply all of the group gear for the trip, including:

•  Ropes
• Snow Pickets
• Rock / Ice Protection
• Guide’s First Aid Kits

References

• TESSAN International Plug Adapter, Universal Power Adaptor with 4 USB Ports (1 USB C), Worldwide Travel Essentials Wall Charger for USA to Europe France Germany Spain Ireland Australia(Type C/G/A/I) : Automotive
• KT Tape, Blister Prevention Tape, 30 Count, 3.5" Precut Strips, Black : Health & Household

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