$79.95

Jetboil System

Innovative and efficient, the Jetboil integrates the pot and stove for fast setup and compact storage.

FluxRing heat exchanger improves fuel efficiency; regulated flame provides maximum efficiency. Adjustable-flame burner is housed in a wind-screen, reducing heat loss in windy conditions. Neoprene cozy stays in place during cooking without melting, increasing heat retention and cooking efficiency. Piezo igniter sparks the stove to life with a push of the button, eliminating worries about wet matches and burning your hand. Anodized aluminum 1-liter cooking cup with drinking spout provides excellent heat transfer and cleans up fast. Burner and cooking cup are integrated into a single convenient package for instant setup and compact storage. Base and cooking cup unsnap for storage; base and 110g fuel canister (sold separately) stow inside the cup. Lid snaps shut for storage.

Perfect for fuel-efficient, ultra-light backpacking when all you need to prepare your food is boiled water. Total system weight is 15.25 ounces: stove weighs 6 ounces and cooking cup with lid weighs 9.25 ounces

Gear List

Clothing

Base Layer: Long underwear top & bottom. Non-cotton wicking layer.

Recommended: Patagonia Capilene Lightweight Zip-T and Bottoms.

Approx Price: Top: $43.00  Bottoms $30.00

This fabric doesn't stick to you when sweating, which makes it breathe a lot better than most base layers. Zip T's offer additional ventilation when needed.

Middle Layer: 100 weight fleece shirt.

Recommended: The North Face TKA 100 Glacier

Approx Price: $45.95

No Windblocker fleece. It doesn't breathe well enough to be used as a middle layer. Heavier (200+) fleece is too hot and bulky.

Outside/Shell Layer: Lighweight waterproof (Gore-Tex) with hood and pants.

Recommended: North Face Lightspeed Jacket and Marmot Precip Pants.

Approx Price: Jacket: $299 Pants: $70

For most trips, lightweight Gore-Tex works fine. If you are going to be out for an extended period of time and can expect rough weather, go for the tougher 3-ply gore text jacket and pant.

Softshell Jacket: Make sure to get one that is 100% waterproof.

Recommended: Mount Hardwear Synchro Jacket

Approx Price: $220

Some come with an optional hood, which will keep you dryer when the rain pours down.

Insulated Layer: Should come with insulated hood. Waterproof exterior is preferable.

Recommended: Feathered Friends Volant jacket.

Approx Price: $235 - $260 (depending on options)

This is the warmest/lightest jacket on the market. There is an option to have an 800 fill upgrade.

Trekking Pants:  Convertible "zip-out" legs offer more flexibility.

Recommended: Mountain Hardwear Convertible Pack Pants

Approx Price: $100

At $100, these pants are expensive, but they have a lifetime guarantee, so you can just keep replacing them for free as they wear out. These pants also come in a version with built-in gaiters. 

Headware

Sun Hat: Made of Nylon or some other water resistant material. Must have a visor to shade the face.

Recommended: OR Prism Cap

Approx Price: $35.00

This is a nice hat because it dries quickly and has earflaps that can fold down if needed.

Fleece Hat: Should cover the ears.

No Windstopper fleece. It makes it difficult to hear.

Balaclava: Lightweight balaclava 

Recommended: The North Face Power Stretch balaclava.

Approx Price: $22.00

Also triples as a hat or a neck gaiter.

Handware

Synthetic Glove Liners: Polypropylene is best.

Recommended: Cloudveil Liner Gloves

Approx Price: $22.00

These work well on their own, or as glove liners for fleece and/or shell gloves when it is colder.

Fleece Gloves: Windstopper fleece is best.

Recommended: The North Face Pamir Windstopper

Approx Price: $50.00

Make sure they have a wear resistant palm.

Shell Gloves: Must be waterproof.

Recommended: OR Snowline Mittens

Approx Price: $39.00

Keep a pair of  these as a backup stuffed in the bottom of your backpack. If it gets cold, you can slip the shell mitts on over the Grippers.

Footware

Sock Liners: Thin wool, nylon or Capilene.

Recommended: Wigwam Liners

Approx Price: $5.00

Warn under hiking socks to prevent blisters and hot spots.

Pile Socks: Wool or synthetic socks.

Recommended: Smartwool Hiking Sock

Approx Price: $16.95

Wool is warmer but can also be too itchy for some people. Synthetic socks tend to wick a little better.

Hiking Boots: Lightweight boots that are mid-ankle height are best. Make sure they are water proof.

Recommended: Asolo FSN 95 GTX

Approx Price: $164

These are great for approaches and trekking. If carrying a huge pack that requires more support, wear leather climbing boots instead

Climbing Boots: Double Plastic

Recommended: Koflach Degre

Approx Price: $269

Plastic boots insulate feet better from the cold. Good for trips when the majority of time is spent on snow.

Gaiters: Waterproof and breathable. Should fit over the calf.

Recommended: Mountain Hardwear Ascent Ventigaiter

Approx Price: $50.00

Helps keep snow from getting your boots. make sure they can fit over plastic climbing boots. I like the Ventigaiters because they breathe the best.

Backpack

Backpack:  4200 - 5500 cm, with internal frame.

Recommended: Arc'Teryx Bora 80: (4700 cu. in.; 6 lbs 13 oz)

Approx Price: $369

WaterTight™ zips and coated fabric add toughness and repel the elements. Bag divider, full-length side zip and internal laminated pocket.  

Camping

Sleeping Bag: A 0º bag is the most flexible all around sleeping bag. 

Recommended: Mountain Hardwear Phantom

Approx Price: $365 - $405

Down is lighter and less bulking than synthetic. Synthetic stays warm even when wet. Look for a bag that has a collar.

Tent: a 2 person 3 season tent is the most useful

Recommended: Black Diamond Lighthouse

Approx Price: $369

2 person tents are lighter and a third person can always be squeezed in. If climbing in the Sierras & Cascades during climbing season, you can get away with a 3 season tent.

Sleeping Pad: Closed-cell phome. Full length.

Recommended: Therm-a-Rest® Z-Lite

Approx Price: $34.95

The Z-lite is very lightweight. It "Z" folds up quickly and easily. Egg-carton pattern increases softness and adds insulation by trapping warm air under your sleeping bag .

Cooking: Stove, Pot and Mug

Recommended: The Jetboil System

Approx Price: $79.95

The Jetboil System offers a fast and simple solution to cooking. Jetboil integrates the pot with the stove for instant set-up and compact storage. The only limitation is that it's best for 1-pot meals.

Water Bottles: Lexan water bottles

Recommended: Nalgene 16 oz Lexan water bottles

Approx Price: $5.95

Wide-mouth bottles are easier to fill. Lexan doesn't give water the plastic taste that polyethylene bottle do. Use those for pee bottles!

Technical Gear

Helmet: Get a real climbing helmet. Don't skimp here.

Recommended: Petzl Ecrin Roc

Approx Price: $84.00

The standard helmet for climbing. Lightweight and adjustable.

Crampons: Must be step in style climbing crampons

Recommended: Grivel G-12 New Matic Step-in Crampons

Approx Price: $159

Easy and fast to take on and off. They work well with leather crampon-compatible climbing boots or double plastic climbing boots.

Ice Axe: The lighter the better. Make sure it's the right size.

Recommended: Ushba Altai titanium ice axe - much lighter and stronger than steel ice-axes. 

Recommended: Black Diamond Raven is also a pretty good ice axe at half the price of the Ushba.

Approx Price: Raven: $69.95

The Ushba is top of the line. The Raven is an excellent alternative at half the price.

Harness: Must have detachable leg loops

Recommended: Black Diamond Bod Harness -

Approx Price: $49.50

A good all-around harness. Works for rock climbing as wellas mountaineering--not to mention technical trekking.

Carabiners, Rescue Pulley and Prussiks: For glacier travel

Recommended: Black Diamond

Approx Price: $10.00

Get the lightweight 'biners and pulley from Black Diamond. The Prussiks are made with 40' of 6mm perlon.

Rope: Blue Water Lightning Pro

Recommended: Blue Water Lightning Pro

Approx Price: $175.00

Good all around rope for glacier travel and mountaineering.

Accessories

Trekking Poles: Get the lightweight, telescoping kind

Recommended: Leki Ultralite Ti Air Ergo

Approx Price: $149

Saves the knees when descending and helps keep your balance when carrying a heavy pack. These poles are very light and telescope down to the smallest size around.

Compass: Make sure it has a sighting mirror and a declination adjuster

Recommendation: Silva Ranger CL Compass

Approx Price: $75.00

The best all around compass available. If you don't know wilderness navigation, buy a good book and read it. It's a one night read and worth the time. Don't forget a map!

Watch/Altimeter

Recommended: Suunto Vector

Approx Price: $199

Never leave home without it. It is a watch, alarm clock, compass, altimeter & barometer. My favorite feature is that it calculates your ascent rate on a climb.

Swiss Army Knife: Look for knife, scissors, Phillips/screw driver, tweezers, etc. Keep it light.

Recommended: Swiss Army Mountaineer

Approx Price: $40.00

This is a small knife but has all the essentials you will need for camping, trekking and climbing.

Headlamp: Keep it small simple and light

Recommended: Petzl Tikka Plus LED Headlamp

Approx Price: $37.95

The Tikka Plus is tiny, has a really strong beam, is adjustable, and lasts forever on one set of batteries. Has an emergency strobe setting. Remember. you don't need a spotlight.

First Aid Kit: Keep it basic and light

Recommended: Adventure Medical Kits

Approx Price: $10 - $60

For taking care of cuts, scrapes and blisters. If going unguided climbing or on an extended multi-day trip, bring a comprehensive first aid kit. Know what's inside the kit and how to use it.

Stuff Sacks: Look for water resistant stuff sacks with compression straps

Recommended: Granite Gear Air Compressor

Approx Price: $22 - $29

I like the Granite Gear bags because you can see your stuff inside them. Consider a drybag for your sleeping bag when traveling to wet places, so you can still take a down sleeping bag with you.

Camera: Disposable camera are a nice option

Recommended: Kodak Max Outdoor Camera - 27 Exposure

Approx Price: $10

Disposable cameras are a good option for several reasons: they take good pictures; they don't freeze up on cold weather; they are light; no one will steal them.