Gear by Experience Level
Climbing Shoes (Neutral)
Flat-soled, comfortable shoes for gym and easy outdoor routes.
Proper rubber grip is everything on rock.
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Harness
Comfort-padded beginner harness.
Fit and comfort matter on multi-pitch or long gym sessions.
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Belay Device (ATC)
Basic tube-style belay and rappel device.
Standard device for top-rope and single-pitch lead climbing.
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Locking Carabiner (HMS/Pear)
Screwgate locker for belay.
Must be locked at all times during belaying.
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Climbing Rope (60–70m Dry-Treated)
9.5–10mm dry-treated single rope.
Dry treatment extends rope life in wet conditions.
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Quickdraws (10–12 set)
Sport or alpine draws for lead climbing.
Sport routes require your own draws unless in a gym.
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Helmet
CE EN 12492-certified climbing helmet.
Rockfall and impact protection — mandatory outdoors.
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Aggressive Climbing Shoes
Downturned shoes for overhangs and steep routes.
Edge and smear on harder grades requires performance footwear.
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Trad Rack (Nuts + Cams)
Full rack of wired stoppers and spring-loaded cams.
Trad climbing requires your own protection placed in cracks.
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Big Wall Gear (Aiders, Ascenders)
Jumars and etriers for aid climbing.
Multi-day big wall routes require specialized ascending systems.
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Portaledge
Hanging tent system for big wall camping.
El Cap and big walls require sleeping on the wall.
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Packing List
✓ Must Have
- Shoes
- Harness
- Helmet
- Belay device + locker
- Chalk + bag
- Rope (for outdoor lead)
- First aid kit
+ Nice to Have
- Approach shoes
- Crash pad (bouldering)
- Finger tape
- Nut tool
- Crag pack (30–40L)
✗ Leave at Home
- Open-toe shoes at the crag
- Loose jewelry
- Headphones while belaying
- Fragile items in your crag pack
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