Gear checklist for Peak Climbing in Nepal

Clothing

• Base Layers: Moisture-wicking long-sleeved tops and bottoms to control the conditions adjacent to the skin.
• Mid Layers: Fleece or thick wool and pants to retain heat by trapping air. It helps in heat absorption while also being breathable to prevent suffocation and sweating when worn in place of an outer or shell layer. If three layering is done, then mid layer also works as an insulating layer.
• Insulating Layers: Lightweight down or synthetic jacket as it is thin, highly compressible, and provides additional loft and warmth. If the weather is dry, you can wear your insulated layer as an outer layer to keep warm.
• Outer Layers: Waterproof and windproof jacket and pants. The main purpose of outer layer is to protect from the harsh weather condition. There are two types of outer shells: hard and soft. While a soft shell may be water-resistant but not waterproof, it will be more flexible and breathable. But it is not windproof. Although less breathable, a hard shell is both windproof and waterproof. One or the other may be more suitable, depending on the kinds of weather. There is no substitute for a waterproof hard shell if encountered with rainy conditions. The best outer shell has taped seams, watertight zippers, many layers, and fabrics that are waterproof but still is breathable.
• Trekking Pants: Lightweight and quick-drying
• Insulated Gloves and Waterproof Gloves
• Warm Hat and Sun Hat
• Gaiters
• Hiking Socks and Liner Socks

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