IMG Vinson Massif Climb Gear List
This equipment list is meant to help you compile your personal gear for an Antarctic mountaineering expedition. Please consider each item carefully and be sure you understand the function of each piece of equipment before you substitute items.
| Required Gear | ||
| [ ] | Internal frame mountaineering backpack, 90L minimum | |
| [ ] | 2 duffel bags | |
| [ ] | Small carry-on/travel bag | |
| [ ] | Ice Axe (60-70 cm) | |
| [ ] | Crampons | |
| [ ] | Adjustable ski poles | |
| [ ] | Climbing Harness | |
| [ ] | Helmet | |
| [ ] | 3 locking and 3 non-locking carabiners | |
| [ ] | 1 Ascender (either left or right is fine) | |
| [ ] | 30' 7mm Accessory cord and 30' 3mm Para cord | |
| [ ] | Sleeping bag rated between -20°F and -40°F | |
| [ ] | Inflatable sleeping pad | |
| [ ] | Closed cell foam pad | |
| [ ] | 8000m type boots | |
| [ ] | Camp booties | |
| [ ] | 3 sets of wool climbing socks | |
| [ ] | Light hiking shirt | |
| [ ] | 3 Pairs of synthetic underwear | |
| [ ] | 2 sports bras (women) | |
| [ ] | Light synthetic base layer for legs | |
| [ ] | Expedition weight synthetic base layer for legs | |
| [ ] | Soft-shell climbing pants | |
| [ ] | Waterproof Gore-Tex pants with full-length leg zippers | |
| [ ] | Insulated climbing pants (down or synthetic, full leg zippers) | |
| [ ] | 2 Synthetic upper body base layers | |
| [ ] | 1 light weight insulating layer | |
| [ ] | 1 medium weight insulating layer | |
| [ ] | Soft-shell jacket | |
| [ ] | Insulated parka | |
| [ ] | Waterproof Gore-Tex jacket | |
| [ ] | Wool/fleece beanie hat | |
| [ ] | Light weight gloves | |
| [ ] | Medium weight gloves | |
| [ ] | Heavy weight gloves | |
| [ ] | Mittens | |
| [ ] | Hand warmers | |
| [ ] | 2 Buffs | |
| [ ] | Sun hat | |
| [ ] | Face protection (i.e. Balaclava, or OuterU) | |
| [ ] | Glacier glasses | |
| [ ] | Goggles | |
| [ ] | Sunscreen and lip balm (at least 30 SPF) | |
| [ ] | 2 wide-mouth 1L Nalgene water bottles | |
| [ ] | 2 water bottle insulating covers | |
| [ ] | Thermos | |
| [ ] | Pee bottle | |
| [ ] | Female Urination Device | |
| [ ] | Cup, bowl and spoon (lightweight and durable) | |
| [ ] | 1 Lighter | |
| [ ] | Camera (keep it light and bring spare batteries) | |
| [ ] | Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, Dr. Bronners soap, wet wipes | |
| [ ] | Ear plugs | |
| [ ] | Personal first aid kit (consult with your doctor to acquire prescription medications)
Consult with your doctor to acquire medications and to complete Form 5 in the application package. | |
| [ ] | Pocket knife | |
| [ ] | Small travel towel | |
| [ ] | 5 Large trash compactor bags | |
| [ ] | Alarm wrist watch | |
| [ ] | Solar panel and external battery (optional) | |
| [ ] | International plug converter | |
| [ ] | 8 lbs of snacks | |
| [ ] | Casual clothes for hanging out, + nicer (but not formal) clothes for going out to dinner. | |
| Note: We are given an allowance of 50 lbs. per person for personal gear. This doesn't include the clothing that you'll be wearing when we get on the plane. When in doubt, bring it, and we can do additional sorting in Punta Arenas. Stay in close contact with me regarding all of your equipment choices. Start putting the gear together early and become very familiar with all your equipment. Please do not wait until the last minute, especially with your boots. | ||