Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
PERSONAL HIKING EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
SUMMER
Sturdy hiking boots; if you're heading to Svalbard, knee-high rubber hiking boots are re-
commended.
A high-quality sleeping bag - even in summer, the weather can turn nasty at short notice.
Warm clothing, including a jacket, jersey (sweater) or anorak (windbreaker) that can be
added or removed, even in summer.
A bed sheet - most huts charge extra for bedlinen.
A sturdy but lightweight tent.
Mosquito repellent.
A lightweight stove.
Airline-style sleeping mask for light-filled Norwegian summer nights.
Membership of Den Norske Turistforening (DNT).
Good topographical maps.
WINTER
Warm boots (ideally with a thick insulation of wool) big enough to wear double socks and
to move your toes inside.
At least one long underwear top and bottom (not cotton, but preferably underwear made
of polypropylene).
Multiple pairs of light synthetic (polypropylene) socks and heavy wool socks (again, not
cotton).
Flannel or polypropylene shirts.
Trousers for walking, preferably made from breathing waterproof (and windproof) materi-
al such as Gore-Tex.
Fleece sweater.
Windproof and waterproof jacket with hood that's big enough to let you wear a lot of
clothes underneath.
One knitted, fur or fleece hat (such as a balaclava) to protect your face and another wind-
proof one to cover your head and ears.
