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Couloirmania ep.1

Many, deep couloirs, which in winter fill with snow and ice, furrow the Mont Blanc massif: the perfect set for ice climbing.

equipment

Avalanche Transceiver + shovel + probe (mandatory)
ski mountaineering skis + poles
ski skins
mountaineering boots
backpack 30/40 l
harness
lanyard or daisychain
screw carabiner
ice climbing crampons
collapsible trekking poles
mineral salts
water bottle (1 l min) or thermos
energy bars or dried fruit/nuts
sunscreen (at least SPF 30) and UV protection lip balm
personal first aid kit
camera

Clothing

wool cap/beanie or fleece-lined hat
buff
hiking socks
wicking turtleneck (2nd layer)
gaiters
light backup gloves, 1 pair
heavy insulated gloves 1 pair
insulating garment made of Windstopper® or Primaloft® (3rd layer)
mountaineering/glacier sunglasses
shoeller climbing pants
down jacket (optional)
thermal leggings or tights
breathable T-shirt (1st layer) 2x

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