Essentials
Suitable hill walking clothing.
Man made fibres, not cotton, recommended.
Waterproof jacket and trousers not shorts.
Base layer,
light fleece, spare fleece (not as well as bivvy gear though)
Well broken-in, light to medium weight walking boots.
Good socks.

30-50-litre rucksack preferably with detachable frame and no side pockets.
Hat and 2 pairs of gloves.
Head torch in good working order.
Route Description.
Harvey’s map of the Cuillin.
Compass and whistle.
Small personal first aid kit.

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Additional Equipment for Bivvying
2-3-season sleeping bag with man made filling.
Gortex bivvy bag.
Sleeping mat long enough to reach head to hip.
Small gas stove with 2 pans max.
Lighter
Plastic mug.
Penknife and spoon.
Spare underwear and dry socks.
Toothbrush.
Single Malt Whisky of your choice!

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