Suggested Clothing & Equipment To Have
Back pack
* Day rucksack (approx 25 litre capacity)
* 2-3 suitably sized waterproof bags to keep contents dry
Clothing
* Waterproof jacket
* Waterproof trousers
*Windproof softshell jacket
*Lightweight down or synthetic jacket
* Walking boots/shoes (worn in and ideally with ankle support)
* Walking Socks - minimum 3 pairs (medium – heavyweight, woollen or wool mix)
* Trousers/leggings - minimum 2 pairs - ideally windproof (not cotton)
* Short sleeved t-shirts/base layers - minimum of 3 – quick dry synthetic (not cotton)
* Long-sleeved shirt – quick dry synthetic type (not cotton)
* Fleece - minimum of 2
* Warm fleece or wooly hat
* Gloves - minimum of 2 pairs (one of which should be designated as both waterproof and windproof )
* Waterproof Gaiters
* Wide brimmed sun hat or cap
Food & Water
* Water bottle &/or hydration bladder (2.0 litres minimum total capacity)
* Small thermos (0.5 - 0.75 L)
* Mug
* Snacks to personal taste (e.g high energy cereal bars, nuts, chocolate, sweets)
Health & Safety
* Sun protection – factor 50 for face and hands
* Sunglasses
* Head torch (with new or spare batteries)
Small personal first aid kit
* Any medication you normally use and/or are currently taking (please let us know what you are carrying)
* Compeed blister pads
* Zinc oxide tape
* Adhesive dressing (plasters)
* Paracetamol/Ibuprofen tablets/capsules
* Antiseptic cream/spray
* Antihistamine cream/spray
* Electrolyte drinks, glucose tablets etc
Documents
* Travel insurance
Other Items
* Watch
* Spare boot laces
* Walking poles
* Ski goggles (particularly if you wear glasses)
* Camera