
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 |
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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 | |||