Equipment required for the National Three Peaks Challenge

In order to be adequately prepared for the National Three Peaks Challenge, it is recommended that you take the following equipment, or the equivilant. You may also wish to check the nutrition page, for a brief guide to food and drink suitable for long walking and physical challenges.

To carry in a small hydration backpack, containing 2-4 litres of water, refilled per mountain

• Map
• Compass
• GPS
• Mobile phone
• Spare socks
• Crampons
• First aid kit
• Sunglasses
• Head torch
• Toilet paper
• Thin gloves
• Hat
• Camera
• Waterproofs
• Glucoze tablets
• Survival blanket
• Balaclava
• Optional walking poles

Equipment worn

• Mountaineering boots
• Sports compression top and bottoms
• Lightweight walking trousers
• Sports top
• Jumper/Hoodie

Leave in the car

• Changes of climbing clothes
• 6 * 2 litre bottles of water
• Pre-made sandwiches
• Sleeping bag
• Tent
• Sandals