Mandatory equipment for ski mountaineering and freeride

List of mandatory equipment for ski mountaineering tours and freeride. I am listing the items that each client must bring with them on the tour. Items marked * are mandatory for advanced tours.

Lightweight down jacket

Alpine or freeride ski boots

Ski touring crampons*

Ski mountaineering ice axe*

Ski touring skis, bindings, skins and poles (skialp tours)

Freeride set, skis, bindings, skins and poles (freeride tours)

Ski crampons

Backpack with avalanche airbag (optional but recommended)

Hardshell suit (Gore-Tex)

Helmet

Avalanche beacon, probe and shovel

Headlamp

Ski goggles

Sunglasses

Softshell sweatshirt

Buff to cover mouth and nose

Thermal underwear

Thick and thin gloves

Cap

Harness (only if needed for the tour)

Thermos with hot sweet tea

Energy or protein bars

Bivouac bag or aluminum foil (optional)

Sleeping bag insert (optional)

First aid kit

Magnesium or salt for cramps

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