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Beginner's Equipment List

Fri, 08/08/2008 - 18:16 — barry

Please Read This!!

You must be appropriately dressed and have the required equipment to take part in club hikes. Exceptions are made for the beginner's weekend because the hikes are much easier. After the beginner's weekend you must have a pair of suitable boots and have should also have correct rain gear and warm clothes. If you aren't properly equipped the Meets Secretary might have to send you home so try your best to get the gear you need. Don't forget clean clothes so that we don't dirty the bus.

DO NOT BRING

Jeans, you won't be allowed on the bus.
Runners - except for beginner's weekend, it's a bit more serious after then.

PLEASE BRING, (PRETTY PLEASE)

Hiking | Climbing Indoors

Items Do I need it?
Boots You must have them!
Thick socks A no-brainer when wearing boots
Breathable waterproof trousers You think Ireland's wet? Try the Irish mountains.
Gaitors You might look sad but they work.
Shorts / Powerstretch / Other trousers Recommended unless nudity is preferred
Synthetic base layer, e.g. t-shirt, thermals Would you rather freeze?
Synthetic mid layer, e.g. fleece top Everything else is a no-brainer
Breathable waterproof jacket with hood Obviously, there's always the possibility of rain.
Spare layer Be prepared!
Headwear & Gloves Oh it's getting chilly....
Waterproof map of area Optional, club provides equipment for leaders
Magnetic compass Same as a map
Wristwatch Handy
Whistle (Safety item, you should have one)
Headtorch, spare batteries and bulb We'll make you take one when the evenings get short and obviously on night hikes.
Survival bag Invest in one at some point
Personal medicines and first aid (Safety items, use your common sense)
Sun cream Sun-burn is not sexy and sore
Insect repellant If you think you need it
Mobile phone Handy, but not practical to rely on
Money for drink and bus Required unless you plan on hitching home and going thirsty.
Change of clothes Recommended to avoid angry bus drivers.
Rucksack, e.g. 25 - 45 L Unless you have huge hands
Food Going hungry is not fun
Water, 1L Very essential
High energy food, e.g. lucozade sweets Whatever you think yourself

Climbing | Hiking

Items Do I need it?
Climbing shoes or runners You don't need climbing shoes but you should invest if you want to make progress
T-shirt What do you think?
Shorts or pyjamas You have to wear something
Chalk and chalk bag Invest if you want
Belay device Your climber will need a big pair of balls and a parachute if you don't have one. Don't worry the club will provide you with one for loan.
Locking carabiner Provided by the club
Sit harness Hmm... We'll make sure you have one on.
Climbing rope Provided by the club, (somewhat essential)