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Cathy is joined by British Mountain Guide Tom Ripley to chat about the kit you need for self sufficient Alpine Climbing.

In addition to what to carry in your pack Tom gives some great tips on classic routes, how to use alpine huts on a budget, top snacks for scary routes and describes what happened when he once managed to forget his harness.

If you have ever wondered what IFMGA stands for, what's involved in becoming a Guide or what's a Guide's favourite snack on hard routes then this is the podcast for you!

Listen ,learn and if you are able, please consider donating to our chosen charity: Community Action Nepal


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15. Ice Axes - Take Your Pick with BMG Adrian Nelhams

22. Sunglasses - Eye Eye! with Julbo

28. Mountain Boots - Good 'n' Stiff with Scarpa

37. Ropes - All Tied Up with Edelrid

41. How To Keep Warm with Dr Down