South America Adventure Travel

Bariloche Backcountry Ski
Equipment List

Skiing Gear Skis and skins. Randonee or Telemark bindings required. Skiing poles. Adjustable if possible. Skiing boots. Touring recommended. Helmet. Feet Gaiters. Expedition style. Insulated ones are optional; just don't get gaiters with neoprene soles. Liner socks. 3 pairs. Capilene or lightweight wool. They should fit well with your thicker socks. Expedition weight socks. 3 pairs. Wool or synthetic, with padded shins (they feel great). Down booties (optional). Good option to wear in the huts. Lower body Light underwear bottoms. 2 pairs. Avoid cotton. Expedition weight underwear bottoms. For extra warmth. Fleece pants. Midweight 100 to 200 fleece. Better with full side zippers. Shell pants. Windproof-breathable with full side zippers. Upper body Lightweight synthetic turtleneck. Synthetic or wool. Expedition weight shirt. Fleece jacket. Midweight 100 to 200 fleece. Full front zip recommended. Down parka. May be synthetic Hard shell jacket. Windproof-breathable. Go light. Head Sun hat or baseball cap. Synthetic works best. Warm hat. Wool or pile. Balaclava. Mid-weight. Neck gaiter. Fleece 100 to 200 for added warmth. Eye Wear Sunglasses. Go with 100% UV, IR protection. Prescription glacier glasses are recommended if you use glasses. Ski Goggles. With maximum protection. Hands Skiing gloves. The ones you use to ski with Fleece finger gloves. 100 to 200 fleece, best with wind-bloc. Personal equipment Down or synthetic sleeping bag. Should be at least -15° F. Good fit is really important for heat retention. Foam Sleeping pad. Closed cell, full length, adds warmth and protects Thermarest. Thermarest pad. ¾ size will work. Light series are great combined with a foam pad. Include repair kit. Backpack. For approaching Frey and Lanin. Up to 70 L. Simple design, good fit. Daypack. As light as possible. Headlamp and spare batteries. LED small headlamps work well. 1 water bottle. Wide mouth 1-liter Nalgene style. 1 thermos. Half liter is plenty enough and still light. Sunscreen and lip protection. At least 30 SPF for both. Small first aid kit. Include earplugs, tape, blisters kit, several paracetamol or aspirin tablets, and personal medications. Pocketknife. Light and simple, Swiss style. Insulated cup, plastic bowl and spoon. Cup insulated and with lid. Lexan Spoon and bowl are light and durable. Optional items Book, notebook, pencil. Waterproof Rite'n the rain notebooks suggested. Avoid pen. Walkman. Bring battery chargers. Camera and film/USB cable. Extra care with dust. Small disposable works well. If digital, bring USB connection if you want to send pictures from town. Shower items. Light towel, soap and shampoo for base camp. Hand warmers Hydrating system. This doesn't substitute the bottle listed above. Personal food treats. Favorite candy, jerky or other snacks. Personal energy supplies. Energy bars, Gatorade, Citomax, Gu, etc. Toiletry bag. Toothbrush, toothpaste, wipes, etc. Travel gear Large duffel bag. With lock. 7500+ cu in. Travel clothes Back to Bariloche Backcountry Ski Trip Details Back to all South America & Europe Adventure Travel