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Depending on the weather and duration of hike, you may want to pack both pants & shorts. Below are some suggestions: LEGS Quick-dry shorts Throw these on under other layers for when the sun begins to beat, or you have a sudden urge to jump in a glacial lake. Lightweight, durable and comfortable. NO COTTON. Patagonia: Baggies™ shorts Marmot: [...] These recommendations are light weight and allow for your body to breathe. UPPER BODY GEAR: Silk Weight Ultra-light base layer that effectively wicks moisture away from your body and is breathable. Quick-dry is important as well. One light colored shirt is recommended for extremely sunny days. The new wool blends are also an option. Patagonia: Capilene® 1 T-shirt Marmot: [...] Wearing hiking boots and warm socks are essential items for taking your climb to the top. PROTECTIVE GEAR FOR FEET: Liner socks (2 pair) A super-thin wicking sock that repels moisture. Liner socks help to reduce the likelihood of blisters. The socks should be thin wool, nylon, or Capilene®. NO COTTON. Patagonia- Ultra Lightweight, Hiking Crew Socks Bridgedale- Liner [...] Having warm gloves will keep your hands safe from the varying weather temps that will be encountered on your hike. We suggest either of these: KEEP HANDS WARM Windstopper® Gloves You will rarely take these gloves off. They should be snug-fitting, made of Windstopper® fleece, and have some sort of reinforced palm. Marmot: Windstopper glove Black diamond: Windweight glove Big [...] When taking such an intensive hike, you need to be prepared from hats to sunglasses. We will be listing gear to pack from head to toe: HEAD Baseball cap Bring your favorite baseball cap for shelter from the blazing sun. No white under-brim—the reflection off of it from the sun is blinding. Balaclava We recommend a tight-fitting balaclava that is [...] |
    
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