equipment

Ski Touring Val Formazza

A “star shaped tour” (single hut based) with your skis and skins, to the very edge of Ossola valley, in Piedmont. 5 days to discover the most famous peaks of Formazza valley. Exploring different itineraries everyday, surrounded by an authentic and wild environment. An unforgettable experience, in the Walser lands of the Lepontine Alps. Spend your overnight stays in a hut, and get led by an IFMGA certified Guide.

Avalanche Transceiver + shovel + probe (mandatory)
ski mountaineering skis + poles
ski skins
ski crampons o ski blades
ski mountaineering boots
backpack 30/40 l
harness
ice-axe
standard crampons with anti-balling plates
sleeping bag liner (mandatory in mountain huts)
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
headlamp (with new batteries plus spares as backup)

Clothing

wool cap/beanie or fleece-lined hat
buff
sun hat
ski goggles
mountaineering/glacier sunglasses
waterproof shell jacket (Gore-Tex®, Paclite®, Conduit, etc.) (4th layer)
insulating garment made of Windstopper® or Primaloft® (3rd layer) 2x
wicking turtleneck (2nd layer) 2x
breathable T-shirt (1st layer) 4x
light backup gloves, 1 pair
heavy insulated gloves 1 pair
schoeller climbing pants
thermal leggings or tights 2x
hiking socks (4 pairs)

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