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Spearhead In A Day
The classic Spearhead Traverse in a day. Strong fitness and transitions under one minute required.
Go or no-go confirmed 24 to 48 hours out, based on conditions.
What to bring
Day Trip
EQUIPMENT
Touring skis or Split board
Skins
Poles
Boots
BACKPACK STUFF
Transceiver
Probe
Shovel
Headlamp
Ski straps
Goggles - windy
Helmet
Sunglasses - sunny
A proper day touring backpack (25-35 litres) - nothing less than 25L please
TECHNICAL CLOTHES
Down jacket - for when you are cold
Gore Tex jacket - for going down
Soft Shell jacket - for going up
Ski pants - because you need pants
Long underwear (top and bottom)
Ski Socks
Thin Gloves
Medium gloves
Thick gloves
Buff
Toque - Its a beanie, warm hat, something you put on your head when cold
GLACIAL TRAVEL KIT ( Only mandatory if instructed by the guide )
Light weight harness
2 locking carabiners
1 x 5 meter 6mm Prussik Cordelette
1 x 1 meter 6mm Prussik Cordelette
Ice Axe (we can supply a few so contact us if you need)
Custom Date
Request a date that works for you
Don't see a date that works? Request one and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
We need 3 people to run this trip. Don't hesitate to request — we can often rally folks to sign up! If we can't fill the trip we can cancel, or you can pay the single or double rate.