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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Topic Author's Original Post - Jul 10, 2014 - 11:58am PT
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You are doing a multi pitch rock route. Not a snow slog, not a big wall aid climb, just a fun, classic free route that you plan on doing in a day or less. What do you bring besides climbing gear? I see people with all sorts of goofy sh#t hanging off themselves when multipitching & am always interested what they have or why they need it or if they need it at all? Maybe there is stuff I should be bringing which could be useful but I've no idea of?
For around here I usually put a bar of some sort in my pocket, avoid a backpack at all costs, and if there is a walk off I'll make sure to clip my daescents on my haul loop. If it's more than 3 or 4 pitches I'll bring 0.5L water. Summit libations are also considered depending on the situation.
Here's Brownies essentials:
Since we are just sitting around talking about other n00b sh#t like cordalettes, soccer, & guns I figured maybe knowledge could be gleaned on this topic & myself or someone here could have a more enjoyable experience on their next multipitch.
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WyoRockMan
climber
Flank of the Big Horns
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:03pm PT
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Something like this:
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:03pm PT
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I have an old REI vest with inside pockets and zipper outer pockets that I would often bring for warmth and pocket storage capacity. If it's hot, I can still wear it or leave it around my waist partially zipped. In the pockets I keep a cheap worn out space blanket, snacks & food for the day, and ninja hat. Sometimes have a topo in the pocket. If it's pretty cold I'll bring another jacket. Almost always bring a camera.
Tie paracord loops onto disposable but amply reusable water or gatorade bottles. If there's a huge descent, I'll bring flip-flops, never brought hiking boots after the first couple of years. That about covers it unless I'm feeling spunky and bring some old smoke-bombs and a lighter as a disaster recovery/location beacon plan.
If there's a good peak and open space, I'll sometimes bring a kite. But I've brought it along many times when there wasn't really time to use it.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:08pm PT
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Highly depends on forecast, approach distance, climb type, descent.
Some minimals that hang off the harness:
nuttool
belay device
prussik cord or two with spare biner
chapstick
sunscreen
hat
tiny knife
Other stuff for longer routes
approach shoes
water/hydration
music player and earbuds
food (GUs if hump out is uphill)
shell
extra warmth layer
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thebravecowboy
climber
in the face of the fury of the funk
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:12pm PT
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Rack, victuals & libations, TWO lighters, harness, rope, flipflops for descent, headlamp, cellphone, small pocketknife, maybe some water.
Dong Angerson edit: .50 handcannon, always, with speedloader.
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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2014 - 12:23pm PT
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Locker,
Do you blow it up at the base or on the summit?
Pipe or PR?
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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2014 - 12:24pm PT
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The Hawk
climber
Politard
Jul 10, 2014 - 12:03pm PT
I don't even wear a harness. I just tie weed into a diaper and charge up.
This.
#lulz
Edit- I forgot that I usually have my iPhone in my pocket so I can check supertopo at the belay & take photos.
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:43pm PT
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This is a thread for people that climb.
Beat it kook.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:51pm PT
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word on the
keychain led light that uses a watch type battery
space blanket if shiver biver is possible
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Jul 10, 2014 - 12:51pm PT
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good question.
I'm out.
Lateskies!
Before I quit this stupid forum...
Ryan- I used to be like you(when I actually climbed) and avoided a pack at all costs.
Now (when I imagine climbing) I've gotten used to one of the modern micro packs, my vertical manpurse. Perfect for frenchies, water, shell, iphone, and shoes.
I hate a bunch of sh#t hanging off my imaginary harness.
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Jul 10, 2014 - 01:02pm PT
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I stopped getting lost when I started bringing one of these:
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Jul 10, 2014 - 01:10pm PT
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I always make sure my partner brings his testicles, just in case mine wear thin.
Unless I'm climbing with a gal, then she brings whatever she brings for that sort of thing.
Once, on Sons of Yesteryear? I barely needed them since she led all the hard stuff!
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Jul 10, 2014 - 01:12pm PT
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If you think you need it...you don't.
If you KNOW you need it...you do.
Aside from tehnical hardware which is different per individual:
I liter of water for climbs up to 7hrs...1.5 for a longer day....never more, it's heavy.
A few GU's or energy bars....food usually doesn't get eaten.
BD Ion headlamp...weighs 1 oz.
Super lt. wt. shell
lighter if wood available
Sunscreen, lip protection
1 rope, you're not going to be hauling
If approach shoes need to be carried I recommend Vibram Five Fingers...super light and take up little room.
Most parties take WAY too much gear and suffer the consequences.
edit: Why do i see people top roping with two belay devices, three cordelettes, and belay gloves hanging from their harnesses.....almost seems to be a uniform requirement.
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Jul 10, 2014 - 01:33pm PT
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Oh, I forgot about this too:
But I only bring that for backcountry routes.
And if there is any risk of competition from multiple parties trying to be first on the route, this is the great equalizer:
And it also can be used as a belay device in a pinch.
Edit: Even better climbing/competition multi-tool:
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Gorgeous George
Trad climber
Los Angeles, California
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Jul 10, 2014 - 02:01pm PT
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I'm a minimalist, but some sh#t you got to bring.
Water, snacks (my favorite is cliff bars), cordalette, prussicks (double as runners), a knife, and in case of bad weather, a vest or sweater and a hat. Toilet paper stuffed in a pocket comes in real handy (for nose runs and shit).
Personally, water is an important element so I carry a small camelback. I also carry climbing tape, for repairs, for cuts, scrapes, etc.
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Jul 10, 2014 - 02:15pm PT
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Toilet paper is a waste. Runny nose, snot or blood, just blow to the wind. Runny butt, you've got options like leaves, rocks, snow, sticks, moss....
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hamie
Social climber
Thekoots
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Jul 10, 2014 - 02:37pm PT
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Take a few of these, your choice. Remember to leave some for your return.
Always pack the "50 Essentials" from Freedom of the Hills. It's a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you take 'em, you'll need them all.
LOL.
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RyanD
climber
Squamish
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 10, 2014 - 03:03pm PT
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NutAgain, if you weren't wearing a vest you could rip a sleeve off & wipe your ass with that :-)
Thanks again everyone for the interesting & funny responses.
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