SUMMER KIT LIST
Summer Walking Kit List
Discover the essential summer kit you need to stay cool, safe, and comfortable in warm-weather conditions. From lightweight clothing to practical equipment, this guide helps you prepare for any summer adventure.
Summer Equipment
- Walking Boots
- Walking Poles
- Sunglasses
- Head Torch (Ensure your head torch is fully charged and have spare batteries.)
- Backpack (25L plus)
- Dry bags (To protect your kit from the elements.)
- Insulated Flask 500L (In colder conditions)
- Water bottle (Ideally 1L nalgene bottle)
- Lunch / Snacks
- Sun Cream 50+
- Any personal medication along with instructions.
Please make sure to bring hiking poles, they can reduce up to 70% of the pressure on your joints and will provide valuable support during both the ascent and descent.
Summer Clothing
- Base-layers (Top and trousers.)
- Mid-layer Fleece Top
- Insulated Layer Top
- Softshell Trousers
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Trousers
- Gloves (At least two pairs, a thin walking pair and a thicker pair.)
- Hat / Head Buff / Neck Buff
You may need to bring additional clothing depending on the weather conditions at the time of your trip. Mountain weather can change quickly, even in summer, so it’s important to be prepared for colder, wetter, or windier conditions than expected. To help you plan appropriately, we recommend checking the Met Office Mountain Weather Forecast before you travel for the most up-to-date and location-specific information.