You Will Need This Gear To Climb Pico De Orizaba

finally decided to mark of number thirty seven onsun visor or light baseball cap, glacier rated
your list of things to do: climb Pico de Orizaba, thesunglasses and/or goggles and a headlamp.
tallest peak in Mexico. Before you book that planeFor your hands you need not one, but three
ticket and strap on your hiking boots do you thinkdifferent pairs of gloves. Each complements the
you've thought of everything? Do you haveother in turn - a lightweight glove, a medium and
everything in your bag of tricks and your carryinsulated glove and a heavy duty insulated glove.
on to attempt a serious climb?The trick is to withstand the weather and the
Prerequisites - Before even thinking of boarding abrutal cold yet still be able to move. For your
plane to Mexico, the very first thing you need toupper you will again need layers, a light base, an
do is to address your physical fitness. Climbinginsulation layer, a waterproof shell and a good
any mountain is a difficult and strenuous task, andquality insulated parka with a hood. Continue the
regardless of how well equipped you are, if yourlayering for your lower body and remember to
body can't keep up with your designer hikinginclude a waterproof Gore-tex type material for
boots, there is no way you will be able to makethis layer as well.
the summit. It's important to keep in mind theDouble plastic mountaineering boots will make for
vast variety of terrain that you will have tohappy feet and a safe climb. You can also stow
maneuver through, from loose rock to steephigh quality hiking boots for tramping over rugged
glacial ice, harsh and icy winds and foul weather.terrain, and gaiters and socks to reduce the
Even though you don't need climbing experience iffriction.
you have an experienced guide, survival training,Technical Equipment - Clothing is very important,
wilderness, backpacking and camping skills andbut just as important are the tools of the trade,
experience will all add to your skill set.each designed to make your journey as safe as
Equipment - Your trekking guide will provide apossible. Safety first, so you will need a good
certain part of your equipment for the trip, whichclimbing helmet and climbing harness. When
will be lined out in the package that you purchase.choosing a harness, do yourself a favor and make
Your personal clothing and some basic but primarycertain that it is comfortable, lightweight and
climbing equipment will be up to you to purchaseadjustable before you start up the mountain.
and pack. You always have the option of bringingChoose an ice axe that suits your strength and
all of your own gear and tools with you. If youheight. Critical are the 12-point adjustable
are the hands on type, you'll want to knowcrampons designed for general mountaineering
exactly what you need to bring up the mountain,that will keep your feet where they need to be
so here's a list. (Don't forget the food and water)on the mountain. Trekking poles for balance, 2
Clothing - Obviously, the type of clothing you bringcarabiners (a locking and a non-locking) for safety,
is pretty central to your successful climb. It couldand then you are set. You're professional climbing
even mean the difference between life and deathguide will undoubtedly supply you with a complete
in case of an emergency. When climbing Pico delist of equipment that you will need for your trip.
Orizaba you will experience very coldMiscellaneous - Remember that you will not be
temperatures, up to -20 degrees Celsius, so youclimbing at every moment, and so be prepared to
must pack with that in mind. You will need a veryspend some time at your campsite. Bring a goose
thin, but warm hat for your head that needs todown sleeping back, eating utensils, basic toiletries
be just light enough to fit under your climbingand don't forget your travel documents.
helmet. A neck gaiter, balaclava for your face, a