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Most of this Equipment list is from
Alpine Ascents International and
Footprint Adventures. I have just added some items which I
found listed elsewhere.
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EQUIPMENT
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MANUFACTURERS
Some other items I brought which I found useful and some I
found not to be useful: PUR Water filter: I
enjoyed sneaking away from camp and finding the streams. I would
filter 6 or seven liters at a time and it would take less then
twenty minutes. It was cumbersome but I enjoyed the water far
better than the one that the guides provided. The guides would
simply collect water from the stream and boil it. The water was
fine to drink but contained all the particles. My water was
clean and I would add a small bit of iodine to each bottle
just to make sure. Note you have to keep the filter clean and it
does take up space. Platypus Water
Bladder: I planned to use this for all my water needs but it
turned out to be a big mistake. the bladders are plastic bags
which have a hose attached and these fit into a small nap sack.
Mountain bikers use them all the time. I would always fill the
bladders for emergency but always had enough water with my
bottles. the last day I did not bring any bottles but used my
Platypus and strapped it to the back of my back pack. The hoses
quickly froze up and I couldn't get any water from them. So I
would have to stop, pull out the bags and unscrew the hose and
drink from the bladder directly. But soon the bladders started
to freeze up as well. In retrospect a water bottle in one hand
and a couple deep in my back pack would have been more
cumbersome but they would have served me better. Water on the
last day is enormously important - it will keep you going.
Without it you have less chance of making it.
Small Flashlight: Very useful at night in the tent when you
don't want to get out the headlamp.
Fanny pack - Hip pouch: Useful for your small items such as
keys for you locks, glasses, sunscreen, snacks, etc.
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