A kit list for Euro style sport cragging.
This one is slightly unusual for this site as it lists everything I bring as well as what you might need as a client.This is because many of my clients will also go on sport climbing trips on an autonomous basis, and you are welcome to use this as a check list.
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I’m a big fan of check lists – check out The Check List Manifesto by Atul Gawande.
This page functions as an online checklist by checking off the tick button for each item.
Alternatively, access a print version by hitting the button to the right.
This will hide all the images and supplementary info and you can then print it off as a hard copy.
| Item | Detail | Tick | More info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cragging Kit | Things to climb with. | ||
| Boots | Maybe even two pairs | One pair for warm ups and multi-pitch, one for sending action. I use Scarpa Instinct slippers | |
| Harness | I use a Petzl Hirundos | ||
| Gri Gri | The go to sport climbing belay device | ||
| Reverso | or equivalent | In case of multi pitch | |
| Prusiks | Always good to have | ||
| Slings | I carry a couple of 120 cm slings | ||
| Screwgates | 3 should do it | I use Petzl 3D Attaches | |
| Jumar? | I use this for photography and coaching work | ||
| 18 QD's | 18 cope with even the longest pitches | DMM Alpha Pro's are the weapon of choice | |
| Rope | 80m is now standard for sport action | For multi pitch, you can use two half ropes | |
| Guidebook | Paper and/or digital | ||
| Chalk Bag | |||
| Chalk | |||
| Liquid Chalk | |||
| Finger tape | |||
| Helmet? | Helmets are becoming more and more popular. I personally don't use one for sport climbing but equally you are very welcome to wear one if you so wish. | ||
| Clip Stick | I have a Beta Climbing Pro | ||
| Day Pack | About 40 liters should do it | ||
| Thigh pad | Crucial for Kalymnos knee bars | Some people say it's cheating. I need all the help I can get | |
| Jamming gloves | Whillans will be spinning in his grave | ||
| Belay Glasses | Vital for good belaying and relaxed shoulders | ||
| Clothes | Feel good in yourself, look good in the pictures, | ||
| Shreddies | That's underwear in northern England | ||
| T-shirts | |||
| Long sleeved top | |||
| Evening shirt | Look good in the bar | ||
| Vest | |||
| Swimming trunks | Especially if you're in Kalymnos. | Days off by the pool? Oh Yes | |
| Climbing shorts | |||
| Casual shorts | |||
| Climbing pants | |||
| Casual pants | |||
| Mid layer top | |||
| Fleece | |||
| Light duvet | |||
| Beanie | |||
| Sunhat | |||
| Shades | I use an old pair of Julbo's as crag environments are dusty dirty places and I keep my best shades for skiing | ||
| Gloves | For belaying or keeping fingers warm on shady crags | ||
| Waterproof jacket | Hopefully it won't rain, but you never know | ||
| Waterproof pants | |||
| Windtop | |||
| Approach shoes | |||
| Tevas | |||
| Other Stuff | |||
| Suncream | SPF 30-50. Just enough to last the trip. Share with your mates? | ||
| Lip salve | Don't share this with anyone unless you're prepared to kiss them | ||
| Watch | So you can get up for breakfast at the right time. | I use a Suunto with an integrated GPS | |
| Sandwich bag | Depending on our plan for the day | ||
| Lunch | Something to go in that bag | ||
| Snack bars | Chocolate, nuts, energy gels ? Keep some in your pockets | ||
| Water bottle/flask | "How much water do I need?". If I had a £ for every time... | On sun rock trips, 1.5 liters is quite normal | |
| Wallet | |||
| Mobile Phone | Make sure you know the emergency number for the area. Ask me if you don't | ||
| Mosquito kit | Many sun rock areas also have insects. C'est la vie | ||
| Silk liner | Nights can be warm. | ||
| Ear plugs | |||
| Book | |||
| Headtorch | |||
| Beach towel | 2 days on, 1 day off. What else are you going to do? | ||
| Bungee cords | Strapping rope bag to the scooter | ||
| Brew Kit | Because we're British, old chap | ||
| Mug and Spoon | |||
| Leatherman | |||
| Headphones | Tunes - vital for good performance | ||
| Charge Lead | |||
| Yoga mat | |||
| iPad | |||
| Pad | |||
| Pencils | |||
| Passport | |||
| Wallet | |||
| Cash | |||
| Photography | |||
| Camera | |||
| Wide angle | |||
| Telephoto | |||
| Charger | |||
