Rosanna will be back soon, having completed the Everest Base Camp Trek. She sent me her kit list a few days before her departure. It reads like equipment for an adventure - I hope it did the trick.
Kit so far:
3 pairs of walking socks
Thermals
An ice-breaker top
Walking trousers
Waterproof trousers
Walking boots
Wind proof/water proof jacket
2 beanies
2 medium layer long sleeved tops
1 thick fleece
Gloves
Glove liners
Extra boot laces
Travel towel
Still to get:
Buff
Several T-shirts
Duvet/down jacket
Sun hat
Hi there, I’m doing this later in the year (October 2009). Our lists are pretty similar ! You haven’t listed on here items relating to health, for example, Iodine tablets. I mention this because I’m trying to work out how many to buy and that question relates to how much water one will be drinking !! Also, I’m sure they’d sell Iodine out there, but have seen no mention of this anywhere.
Hi Jez,
That’s a good question. Check my Everest Experts post for 26th August, where I answer in detail.
Best Wishes,
Kirsty
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