Guided Ski Touring in Suusamyr Valley, Kyrgyzstan

Equipment list

Avalanche beacon (3-antenna, digital, with fresh batteries) Avalanche shovel (metal blade preferred) Avalanche probe (240–320 cm) Airbag backpack (optional, recommended) Ski helmet (required) Touring or freeride skis (100 mm+ waist) or splitboard + touring bindings Climbing skins Telescopic poles with powder baskets Touring or freeride boots (with walk mode) 30–40 L ski touring backpack (with ski carry system) Small repair kit (multi-tool, zip ties, ski straps, duct tape) First-aid kit (blister care, painkillers, emergency blanket) Ski goggles (with spare lens if possible) Sunglasses (UV protection, Cat 3–4 lenses) Ski gloves (warm, insulated) Liner gloves (thin fleece or merino) Beanie or warm hat Neck gaiter or buff (bring 2) Technical base layers (top and bottom – synthetic or merino) Mid-layer jacket (fleece or synthetic) Insulated jacket (down or synthetic puffy) Waterproof hardshell jacket (Gore-Tex or similar) Ski touring pants (hardshell or softshell with vents) Lightweight down pants or insulated shorts (optional) Thermos flask (0.5–1 L for hot drinks) Water bottle or hydration bladder (1–1.5 L) High-energy snacks (bars, gels, trail mix – bring your favorites) Sunscreen (SPF 50) and lip balm Headlamp with spare batteries Slippers or hut shoes (for guesthouse use) Toiletries Passport and required visas (if any) Cash (some areas may not accept cards) Travel insurance document (must cover ski touring)