With snow and rain forecasts coming up this month, don’t let winter force you indoors. With First Ascent gear, you’ll be kitted and ready for anything the cold might throw at you. Read more below for our Kit List for extreme temperatures this July.
Peak 3 Person 4 Season Hiking Tent
The Peak 3 Person 4 Season Hiking Tent features a 5000m waterhead in the Y sheet, large vestibules, snow caps and nylon walls that hold its heat, all whilst staying well-ventilated. Whatever the mountains throw at you, this tent is at home in the most volatile conditions.
Comfort Light Mattress
The First Ascent Comfort Light Mattress is the ideal overnight companion for your next camping getaway. This trekking mat offers 3.8cm of superior padding that will ensure ultimate comfort when tucking in under the stars. The full length contour design expertly moulds to the shape of your body, for a more comfortable feel, while the extra thick foam increases insulation so you never go to sleep cold again.
The Amplify Down 900 Sleeping Bag
The Amplify Down 900 features a sleek mummy shape, to keep you warm and insulated for temperatures between -3°C and -15°C. At 1.7kg, this down sleeping bag is best used in winter conditions and will ensure your nights in the mountains are uncompromisingly comfortable and warm.
Hyrax Trekking Pole
The Hyrax Trekking pole is a 3 section pole with slim foam grip handles and a padded wrist loop to ensure maximum comfort on your next outdoor trek. Your pack weight will naturally increase in winter, due to extra layers, warmer sleeping pads and bags. This adds to the importance of including a trekking pole in your quiver. Add a snow basket, and your miles in the snow will increase, with lessened consequences of aches and pains for the remainder of your adventure.
Full Length Gaiters
The First Ascent Full Length Gaiters have a functional use in both snow and general hiking scenarios. Often, compacted snow can have gravel held in its layers, which can get caught in your boots, leading to serious discomfort. A robust 600D Ripstop fabric adds an extra layer for keeping those hindering pebbles out, and your feet from getting wet in deeper snow.
Thunderclap Rain Jacket
The versatile Thunderclap Rain Jackets will keep you comfortable and dry during wet weather. Made with a 2-layer Vapour Tex Membrane, it is fully seam-sealed with a 3000mm water column rating.
Men's & Ladies Thunderclap Rain Jackets
Pair with a moisture-wicking UPF-protected hiking shirt (check out our Men’s Riverbank Long Sleeve or our Ladies Venture Long Sleeve) and our Waffle Knit Beanie and you’re good to go!
Enjoy the outdoors without having to worry - your First Ascent gear has got you covered even in the harshest of conditions.
Not sure where to go on your next adventure? Be sure to check out our other blogs on hiking trails and the best camping spots to visit in South Africa!