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Ben Nevis Carn Mor Dearg Arete

Lochaber, UK

TypeMountain
GradeScramble
Distance18 km
Typical days1
Ascent1500 m
High point1345 m
Terrainrocky, exposed
Best seasonssummer

Classic airy ridge traverse onto the Ben.

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    KitPriorityTrip requirementSuitable shop option
    BackpackessentialDay pack for food, water and layers · 20L or moreHyperlite Southwest 55
    Boots / shoesessentialSupportive footwear for the terrainLa Sportiva Nepal Cube GTX
    Waterproof jacketessentialWeather can turn on any hillArc'teryx Beta AR
    Insulated jacketessentialWarm layer for breaksRab Neutrino Pro
    Navigation / commsessentialMap, compass or GPS for route findingSuunto MC-2 Compass
    First aid kitessentialBasic emergency careAdventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .7
    Head torchessentialEarly starts and late finishesPetzl Actik Core
    Sun protectionrecommendedSun exposureJulbo Explorer 2.0 Cat 4
    Base layerrecommendedWicking layerSmartwool Classic Thermal Merino Crew
    Trekking polesrecommendedLong days and big descentsBlack Diamond Distance Carbon Z
    HelmetrecommendedLoose rock on scrambling groundPetzl Meteor

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