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Here is the equipment you need

By Ryan Waters

Upper Body
1 polypropylene t-shirt
1 long sleeve polypropylene shirt. Lightweight, light colored better for sun.
1 soft shell type or 200 weight fleece warm layer.
Down or synthetic sweater or vest like a Patagonia Puffball Jacket
Hard shell jacket with hood Waterproof and breathable. Example: GoreTex or Patagonia Stretch Element.
Warm down parka with hood.
Womens sports bras. Synthetic. Cotton is not appropriate.

Hands
1 pair liner gloves Thin fleece or polypropylene
1 pair warm gloves Fleece or wool
1 pair shell gloves, water proof is good to have.
1 pair warm mitts, and/or over mitts, very important. High camps and summit attempts can be extremely cold and windy.

Head gear
Warm hat Wool or Synthetic.
Balaclava
Face mask or Neck Gaiter.
Visor or Baseball Cap for sun.

Lower Body
1 pair nylon pants. Used for Hiking to Basecamp and lounging.
2 pair of liner socks.
3 pair heavy wool/synthetic socks.
2 pair lightweight long underwear. Polypropylene or Capilene
1 pair soft shell pants. Example: Patagonia Guide pants or Schoeller fabrics
1 pair nylon shorts. Quick-drying type for hiking, please no cotton.
1 pair hard shell pants. Waterproof/breathable. Example GoreTex.
Gaiters Make sure they will fit over plastic boots. Example OR Crocs.
Light hiking shoes or trail shoes. For the hike to base camp and acclimatization hikes
1 pair sandals are optional, nice for town or Basecamp.

Personal Climbing Gear
Climbing harness. Light adjustable leg loops.
2 locking carabiners. Large, pear-shaped carabiner is best, screw gate type recommended.

2 regular carabiners.
Mountain Ice axe
Warm Plastic mountaineering boots.
Crampons. Must be fit to plastic boots prior to trip
Climbing helmet Adjustable, should fit with warm hat on.
Trekking poles

Additional Personal Gear
Sleeping bag. Rated to at least 0-15 degree F.
Sleeping pad. 1 full length closed cell foam and/or full length Therma-Rest.
Internal frame Backpack. 4500-5000 cubic inch capacity. One Pack for Approach and climb is best.
1 large duffle bag (8,000+ cu.in.) for gear, Make sure to bring small locks on all bags.
1 small duffel for leaving extra gear at the hotel or in Mendoza, with locks.

Miscellaneous Equipment
Glacier glasses. 100% UV protection with side shields and a hard-sided storage case. Example, Julbos)
Small personal first aid kit, ibuprofuren, bandaids, etc.
2 Lip balm. Make sure it is sun-proof.
Sunscreen. At least SPF 40
Headlamp. Must be reliable with a strong beam. LEDs and Halogen Combos are good.
2 water bottles. Nalgene type. We do not recommend Hydration Bladders (they freeze)!
Plastic mug. Nice for hot drinks.
Bowl and spoon. Plastic, small Tupperware works well. Lexan works well.
Pocket knife. Small Swiss-Army type.
Water purification. Iodine tablets.
Personal Toiletry kit.
3 Large plastic bags. For keeping miscellaneous gear dry
Nylon stuff sacks. For food and gear storage and large Ziplocs.
Extra Cotton Shirts, lighters, candy bars or power bars.

Camp towel
Ear plugs

Bandanas, Thermos (optional)
Hand wipes
Favorite snack foods. Approximately 3 pounds!
Paperback books, disc player, etc.
Camera. Optional, 1 light weight point & shoot on the mountain, SLR type cameras better for lower on the mountain or trekking.

Note: It has been our experience that Digital Cameras have problems on summit days, often freezing up or simply not working. We recommend a film point and shoot for high on the mountain.

Neck pouch or wallet for travel documents, money & passport.
Passport and passport photos.
Airline ticket. Proof of Insurance. $300-$500 cash for incidental expenses, drinks, meals, shopping, etcetera.

Town Clothes are recommended in addition to this list above.