Climbing

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Day Pack, Climbing Harness, Climbing Shoes, Approach Shoes, Quickdraws, Locking Carabiners, Non-Locking Carabiners, Chalk Bag, Belay/Rappel Device and ABD (Assisted Belay Device), Helmet, Rope, PAS (Personal Anchor System), Folding Chair, Sandals, First Aid Kit

Day Pack: Osprey Skimmer 28

I have used Osprey backpacks exclusively for years. I alternate the size and style of my pack depending on the intended duration of the climb, but no matter the size of the pack, the brand is Osprey.

Climbing Harness: Petzl Selena Harness and Black Diamond Technician Harness

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just so happen to use Black Diamond and Petzel for my harnesses.

Climbing Shoes: La Sportiva Mythos Eco Climbing Shoe

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use La Sportiva for my climbing shoes at the moment.

Approach Shoes: Mesa Trail - Lightweight Trail Runner

I have found Xero Shoes to be the ultimate shoe for me because of how lightweight, flexible, and breathable they are. They give extra space in the toes to allow for a natural flex of the foot, and they have a 5,000 mile sole warranty. They are quick to slip on and off while at the wall, and they have amazing grip for traversing a rocky approach.

Quickdraws: Black Diamond Hotforge Hybrid Quickdraw 16cm

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond.

Locking Carabiners: Black Diamond Pearlock Screwgate Carabiner

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond.

Non-Locking Carabiners: Black Diamond Hotwire Carabiner

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond.

Chalk Bag: prAna Chalk Bag with Belt

I have only ever used one chalk bag, so I can’t say from personal experience why one bag would be better from another. However I have been pleased with the bag I use and plan on continuing to use it until the day it needs to be replaced.

Belay/Rappel Device and ABD: Black Diamond ATC-XP Belay/Rappel Device and Petzl Grigri + Belay Device

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond and Petzel for my devices.

Helmet: Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond for my helmet

Rope: Black Diamond 9.6 Dry Climbing Rope

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use Black Diamond for my rope

PAS (Personal Anchor System): Black Diamond PAS

Many of the quality reputable brands will offer safe and effective gear, I just happen to use gear from both Black Diamond and Petzel when assembling my PAS.

Folding Chair: REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair

In between climbs or while relaxing by the wall I enjoy having a quick easy set up that is both lightweight and packable.

Sandals: Z-Trail - EV

I have found Xero Shoes to be the ultimate shoe for me because of how lightweight, flexible, and breathable they are. They have a 5,000 mile sole warranty, they are quick to slip on and off while at the wall, and they have amazing grip for maneuvering around a rocky surface or belaying.

First Aid Kit: HART Outdoor Multiday First Aid Kit

My med kit is an altered version of this kit. I add items I might need for the specific activities I am brining it on and I restock it often. I strongly suggest you only bring med kit items you know how to properly use. You won’t magically learn how to use gear in the field and it only serves as extra weight.

SPOT Device: SPOT Gen4

This is a key item for peace of mind. If not for yourself, then for your family. I have luckily never had to use it, but it is reassuring to know that if I were to be in desperate need of medical attention while backcountry I would be able to receive it at the press of a button. SPOT requires a yearly subscription that covers search and rescue, and the fees associated with it, as well as a set amount of medical expenses.