CLOTHING AND LAYERING

2 pairs synthetic warm weather trekking socks: The socks are ideal for trekking in warmer conditions since they make use of the Coolmax fabric. What is Coolmax? It is designed to wick moisture, provide breathability, and drying quickly. This in turn keeps your feet dry and prevents blisters.

4 pairs heavier synthetic or wool blend socks: Your wool socks are ideal for around camp when the temperature drops as well as on cold mornings. Merino wool is very comfortable and dries quickly with fewer odors than synthetic blends.

2 pairs long underwear top: – This will be your base layer for colder mornings, evenings, and days where the temperature drops considerably. The material is lightweight, tight fitting, moisture wicking, and comfortable.

2 pairs long underwear bottom: This will serve as your bottom base layer to provide insulation for colder morning, evening, and other occasion when temperature remains freezing cold. The material is tight fitting, lightweight, moisture-wicking, and comfortable at the same time.

Fleece Top:This Polartec 200 weight top will provide added warmth during the evenings as well as on cold morning starts. Please look for fleece material and stay away from cotton sweatshirts. Ideally, this item is worn over the thermal base layer and underneath your water/wind proof jacket.

2 pairs Shorts/Pants for Hiking:These convertible shorts/pants will be what we hike in every day. They should be of a lightweight, quick drying nylon material. Some come with UPF protection and mosquito protection.

2 pairs long or short sleeve shirts for the trail: Your trekking shirt is what we should wear early in the climb in warmer climates. The shirt is moisture wicking, light weight, and designed for multi-day hikes.

Mid-Layer Top : This shirt is a long sleeve version of the one provided above. The long sleeve trail shirt offers added warmth, more protection from the sun, and an additional layer for evenings and early morning starts.

Warm Hat : This fleece or wool hat is ideal for evenings and will be valuable in the event of cold weather and temperatures on the summit. The hat should be tight fitting with minimal loose ends.

Lightweight Gloves : Fleece gloves are essential. Look for gloves that are Polartec 200 weight with a leather reinforced palm. For more protection wind proofing is available and will add an extra layer of warmth.

Balaclava : The balaclava provides added warmth on summit day and colder evening. The balaclava should be of synthetic or wool material, light weight, and close fitting.

Sun hat :Your sun hat should be worn at the lower camps and should provide ample coverage for the face. A full brimmed hat is good for added shade and increased sun protection. Additionally, a neck scarf should also be considered to protect the back of the neck.

Waterproof breathable Gaiters :Your gaiters should be lightweight and durable. Look for Gore Tex lined with the ability to fit over your boots. Velcro or adjustable sides for easy access is recommended.

Down Jacket : 800 fill down jacket will add much need warmth for cold evenings as well as the added layers for summit day. Down is recommended for its compressibility and is comfortable around camp in the early nights on the climb. Patagonia, Mountain Hardware, Marmot, and North Face are brands the guides wear.

Things to Keep in Mind for Clothing

Less is more!!! It is important to bring the essential gear discussed above, but it is more important to refrain from bringing items that are not recommended. Items to stay away from are cotton socks, jeans, multiple pairs of shoes, and heavy sweatshirts. Look for items that are moisture wicking and quick drying fabrics as opposed to cotton fabrics.