CLOTHING
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Polyamide T-shirt - 3 to 4 units
To be used during the hike. Prioritize long-sleeved T-shirts to protect from the sun and scratches. NEVER WEAR COTTON T-SHIRTS, since this type of fabric dries very slowly compared to synthetic materials.
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Thin thermal 2nd skin shirt - 1 unit
These are very thin and tight clothes, which are completely close to the body. This characteristic increases heat retention. They will be used to withstand the cold nights at altitude, at camp and on the summit day.
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200 fleece shirt - 1 unit
Fleece is a type of fabric with high heating power, low weight and good compression at an affordable price. If you want to invest in an even lighter and more compressible material but much more expensive, opt for goose down jackets. But be careful! There are several types of down jackets, and many are NOT SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS. For more information, please contact us.
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Fleece jacket 400 - 1 unit
Can be replaced by a medium down jacket.
This is the most important item in your backpack, as it is the main item of clothing to protect against hypothermia in the mountains. It must be water-resistant and preferably breathable, that is, it allows the vapor from your sweat to escape without letting water from rain or snow get in.
Can be a second skin type or made of synthetic material with a high drying capacity.
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Thin second skin pants - 1 unit
To withstand the cold nights at altitude. To be used only at camp and on the summit day.
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Thick fleece 200 2nd skin pants - 1 unit
To be used at camp and on the summit day.
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Thick fleece 400 2nd skin pants - 1 unit
To be used at camp and on the summit day.
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Waterproof windbreaker pants - 1 unit
Preferably those made of breathable fabric.
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Underwear - 5 to 10 units
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Approach boots - 1 unit
Ideally, they should be specific for mountaineering, with a good sole (e.g. Vibram), water-resistant, high-cut to prevent twisting and preferably breathable. If new ones have been purchased, they should be broken in before the trip.
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Thin liner socks - 2 to 3 units
Choose technical socks, specifically for mountaineering. They should have high breathability, which helps to keep your feet in contact with moisture from sweat as little as possible, one of the 3 factors that cause blisters.
These will only be used at camp.
Choose fleece models.
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Expeditionary-style bandana or cap - 1 unit
Choose a bandana made of UV-protected fabric, as it is more versatile and can withstand extreme environmental conditions.
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Thin liner gloves - 1 unit
Made of synthetic material.
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Medium windproof glove - 1 unit
CAMPING
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Sleeping bag -5ºC (comfort) - 1 unit
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Thermal insulating mattress - 1 unit
Opt for inflatable or closed cell models, both with a heating factor higher than R4. Can be rented in the base city.
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Pillow (optional) - 1 unit
Use specific camping ones, smaller and lighter than domestic ones. Can be replaced by a sweater.
It may seem silly, but when you feel the urge to pee in the middle of the night, when you will be warm and comfortable inside your sleeping bag, leaving the tent WILL be a terrible ordeal. You will have to put on several layers of clothing again to withstand intense cold. Men can use a wide-mouthed canteen. Women should use a specific funnel that makes it easier to do this.
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Hand warmer - 3 to 6 units
If you want to avoid getting cold at all costs, we suggest taking hand and foot warmers, known worldwide as hand warmers. A mixture of iron, water and salt that, when in contact with oxygen, triggers a chemical reaction that releases heat, keeping hands and feet at a temperature of approximately 40ºC for up to 6 hours.
ACCESSORIES
Your non-trail belongings will be transported by mules. They must be in highly resistant and waterproof backpacks. These can be rented in the base city.
To carry items for the approach trail such as snacks, water, sweaters, gloves and devices.
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Backpack rain cover - 1 unit
One will be a spare.
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Set of spare lithium batteries - 1 unit
On cold nights at -10ºC the battery runs out quickly. Only lithium batteries will last the entire trip.
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Cat 4 sunglasses - 1 unit
An essential item to make your trip more comfortable. Radiation at altitude is greater than at sea level, so protect yourself!
Some people don't like them, but that's due to lack of practice. The benefit, when used correctly, is a reduction of up to 30% in the impact on the knees, since you'll be sharing the effort of the hike with your arms and especially your shoulders. Avoid those with screw-type or automatic locks, as they are less resistant.
An essential item, as dehydration at altitude increases the chance of altitude sickness (severe headaches and nausea, for example). This type of system prevents you from having to "take off and put on" your backpack.
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1L Thermal canteen - 1 to 2 units
At the high camp, temperatures will be below zero. In a regular canteen or camelbak, the water will inevitably freeze, which is why we'll use thermal canteens.
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1L waterproof bag (to protect small items) - 1 unit
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12 to 20L waterproof bag (for clothes) - 3 units
PERSONAL HYGIENE
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Wet wipes - 3 units / day
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Sunscreen SPF 50 or higher - 1 unit
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Clorin (to purify your water) - 4 units / day
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Anti-friction gel (optional) - 1 unit
Vaseline. It will help prevent blisters on your feet.
