Kit Lists
Here you will find a full and comprehensive list of the kit to bring on any course or activity. If anything extra is needed it will clearly be stated in correspondence during the booking process.
Having the correct equipment and clothing will allow comfort on the hill in any weather. It will provide a nicer learning environment and better overall experience.
The kit lists are laid out specific to each discipline we offer. Please bring along a suitable amount of clothing, gear and personal effects in relation with your chosen activity and duration of the session.
HILL WALKING
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Fleece Mid Layer
Insulation (spare warm top)
Hat & Gloves
Sturdy Walking Boots
25-30L Rucksack
Lunch & Snacks
1 litre water (minimum)
Personal Medication
Camera
Walking Poles
Silva Expedition 4 compass (Navigation Courses)
SCRAMBLING/MOUNTAINEERING
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Fleece Mid Layer
Insulation (spare warm top)
Hat & Gloves
Mountaineering Boots/Sturdy Walking Boots
25-30L Rucksack
Lunch & Snacks
1 litre water (Minimum)
Personal Medication
Camera
Helmet*
Harness*
*Provided by LDM
WINTER WALKING/MOUNTAINEERING
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Fleece Mid Layer
Insulation (spare warm top) [Down or Primaloft]
*Winter Mountaineering Boots (B1/B2)
30-40L Rucksack
Head Torch
Ski Goggles
Hats & Gloves & Spares (at least 3 pairs of gloves)
Lunch & Snacks
1 litre water
Hot drink
Personal Medication
Camera
Walking Poles
Helmet*
Ice Axe*
Crampons*
Make sure everything can be packed inside the bag - no loose items on the outside (ice axes are the exception; these are stored and attached using the straps and attachments)
*Provided or hired from LDM
ROCK CLIMBING
Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof Trousers
Fleece Mid Layer
Insulation (spare warm top)
Hat & Gloves
Mountaineering Boots/Approach Shoes
Rock shoes
30-40L Rucksack
Spare Hats & Gloves
Lunch & Snacks
1 litre water
Hot drink
Personal Medication
Camera
Helmet*
Harness*
Belay Plate*
Nut Key*
120cm Sling*
*Provided by LDM
CANYONING
High quality full length 3mm wetsuit*
Buoyancy Aids*
Spray cagoule*
Neoprene socks*
Helmet (water helmet designed for aquatic environments)*
Technical canyoning equipment*
Hardware & ropes*
Group kit & emergency equipment*
What you need to bring:
Swimming costume/swimwear (to wear underneath the wetsuit)
Rash vest/baselayer (to wear underneath the wetsuit) [strictly no cotton t-shirts] Shorts/board shorts (to be worn over the wetsuit, to protect the bum area of the suits when sliding)
Sturdy trainers/walking boots
A full change of clothes for afterwards
Large towel or changing robe
Personal medication
*Provided by LDM
CONTACT
We look forward to hearing from you and working towards your mountaineering ambitions and helping to achieve your goals.
Phone or WhatsApp:
07458353048
If calls are missed we will respond when possible, please leave a voicemail or text message where possible.
Thank you