This is the list of equipment I will be taking along. You will notice that most of the items are K-Way. K-Way branded gear is sold by Cape Union Mart, who were kind enough to give us some discount! After the trip, I will be reviewing each item's performance on the mountain.

Click on an item to view a larger picture.

Salomon Revo SCS
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/boots1.jpg	The Revo was definitely the technology option when it came to boots. Not the tried and tested leather, but instead it is constructed from fabric and rubber and features "Seamless Technology". That's right, NO SEAMS. The boots are lightweight, waterproof and features a Gore-Tex lining.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/boots2.jpg	Nice rubber protection on the toe caps.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/boots3.jpg	The boots features "My Autofit" and "3D Fit" systems. "My Autofit" is basically foam padding in the heel of the boot that adapts to the shape of your heels. That is why the boot feels a size too small when I put them on the first time. The padding is still fully expanded then and has not adapted yet. The "3D Fit" system divides the tongue into smaller sections to provide a better fit.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/boots4.jpg	I am a bit concerned about the seamless construction. Sure it makes the boots really leightweight, but there are some suspect areas. Not sure how long it will last.
REPORT : The Revo's were great. I really appreciated how light they felt on my feet. A good choice. I can however not comment on how waterproof they are, since we did not encounter any rain or mud.
K-Way Trail Grinder
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/baseshort.jpg	This is a short-sleeved base layer shirt. It has some "Moisture Manager" system to keep you dry.
REPORT : The wickable "Moisture Manager" really does work. Kept me dry all the way. Glad I bought this.
K-Way Motion
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/baselong.jpg	A long-sleeved version of the shirt above. Also with "Moisture Manager".
REPORT : The wickable "Moisture Manager" really does work. Kept me dry all the way. Glad I bought this.
K-Way Explorer Landscape Zip-Off Trousers
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/explorer.jpg	Extra light zip-off trousers. Breathable, quick-drying and UV protective.
REPORT : A good buy. I wore these actually as a base layer to the summit and I was fine. They did however tear at the groin area.
K-Way Sequoia Top & Boulder Track Pants
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/fleece.jpg	Standard thin fleece top. The Thermalator track pants features padding on the knees.
REPORT : I had the top on as a base layer for the summit. Worked great. The fleece pants I wore over my zip-off trousers for the summit. Also no problems. I also slept in the fleece pants on really cold nights.
K-Way Epic Softshell Jacket
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/epic1.jpg	Mid-layer jacket. Features Thermalator Windshield fabric. Windproof, water resistant and breathable.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/epic2.jpg	This jacket is part of K-Way's Expedition Series clothing. The outer fabric is similar to wetsuit material. Water does not penetrate the jacket and simply "beads" together and rolls off easily.
REPORT : This jacket let me down a bit, but I think it was bacause I expected too much from it. It does not keep you warm, it is proabably not very waterproof, and it does not block wind properly. BUT what it is really good at is breathability. You can wear your waterproof stuff on top of this jacket and together with a good wickable base layer, it keeps you super dry and comfortable. I wore this as a mid-layer for the summit. Worked great.
k-Way Synergy Jacket
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/synergy1.jpg	Outer-layer jacket. The Synergy jacket is a waterproof, seam-sealed with K-Tech fabric.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/synergy2.jpg	Waterproof, windproof and breathable. The jacket has "hand warmers" on the inside.
REPORT : Unfortunately I can not comment on how waterproof the jacket is. We encoutered no rain during our entire expedition. The jacket does block wind very well and the K-Tech material really is very breathable. I wore this as the outer layer for the summit. Kept me dry and comfortable. A good buy.
K-Way Gravity Trousers
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/pants.jpg	Outer-layer trousers with K-Tech fabric. Waterproof, windproof and breathable.
REPORT : Again, I can not comment on how waterproof these trousers are. I wore these as an outer layer to the summit. When the sun came up, they became too hot and I had to remove them.
k-Way Explorer Tornado Floppy Hat
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/hat.jpg	Sun hat. Anti-UV treated. The hat has an inner mesh lining with openings on the sides to keep you cool.
REPORT : A very good buy!
K-Way Thermalator Beanie
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/beanie.jpg	Standard fleece beanie.
REPORT : I used the beanie a lot. Sometimes when spleeping during very cold nights, in the mornings and also during summit. A must have.
K-Way Latok Twin Shell Ski Glove
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/gloves1.jpg	Outer waterproof gloves with inner. Thinsulate Ultra and 3M Propore. The glove has a zip on top for ventilation.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/gloves2.jpg	This is the inner glove liner.
REPORT : The gloves became useful on Day 3, as it got very cold above 4000m, especially with the wind blowing. I also wore these during summit. I was a bit dissapointed with them on summit day. My fingertips were freezing in the morning on the way to Stella Point. Wish I had some hand warmers at that stage. These gloves are generally fine, but you need something extra for summit day.
Falke TK4, TK2 and Drynamix Socks
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/socks.jpg	The Drynamix sock is basically a thin, breathable sock liner. The TK2 is a medium hiking sock that I will use the first couple of days. The TK4 is a bit more serious, for use on summit night and descent.
REPORT : The Falke socks were great. I will however suggest that you wear THREE pairs of socks to the summit, as my toes got really cold at some point. Perhaps a Drynamix liner, a pair of TK2's AND a pair of TK4's.
Nalgene 3L Water Bladder
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/nalgene1.jpg	Holds 3 liters of water. The tube can be removed for easy filling.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/nalgene2.jpg	The bladder comes with a magnetic backpack attachment to keep the nozzle in place.
REPORT : A must have! But please remember to blow the water back into the bladder during summit night. The water in the pipe froze solid when I went up.
Lowepro Compu Rover AW Backpack
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/lowepro1.jpg	This is the day pack I will be using. It has a tripod holder and a laprop compartment. The Nalgene water bladder fits perfectly in the laptop compartment. It also has an "All Weather" cover that covers the whole pack in case of rain or dust.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/lowepro2.jpg	The backpack has all the necessary padding and adjustments. It features DryFlo mesh padding and SlipLock belt clips.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/lowepro3.jpg	This is the reason I bought this backpack. The camera compartment at the bottom.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/lowepro4.jpg	The top compartment is a bit small, but it will have to do.
REPORT : I was very happy with the Lowepro bag. Strong and solid construction. The water bladder in the laptop compartment also worked great. The top compartment is a tad too small though. I would recommend getting some form of extra belt clip bags for extra storage and easy access to snacks.
Petzl Tikka XP Head Lamp
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/petzl1.jpg	An extremely useful item. The head lamp has LED lights and weighs only 95g with 3 AAA batteries. The beam can be adjusted to 4 brightness settings. In the image you can see the specs of the head lamp.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/petzl2.jpg	The head lamp has a spot mode and a flood mode. To switch from spot mode to flood mode, set the diffuser to cover the beam.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/petzl3.jpg	The lamp is water resistant and has a rubber lining in the battery compartment.
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/petzl4.jpg	The difference between spot mode and flood mode.
REPORT : A must have! I used one new set of Duracell AAA batteries for the whole trip and it still lasts. Just remember to turn it off when you go to the toilets. Two reasons: you can spot an illuminated toilet a mile away, and it is better not to "see what's down there".
Laken Futura 1L Water Bottle
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/laken.jpg	Durable water bottle that holds 1 liter of water. It is a good idea to purchase the bottle insulator, as the water will freeze inside the bottle at high altitude.
REPORT : A bit bulky to carry around compared to the convenience of a water bladder, but nonetheless a handy item. I was glad I had it with me on summit day when the water froze solid in the pipe of the bladder. The bottle insulator does help a lot, but you can still expect small chunks of ice on summit day.
First Ascent Ice Breaker Sleeping Bag
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/icebreaker.jpg	This is a goose down sleeping bag rated to -8 degrees C or 92 degrees F. It has "Sticky Spots" to prevent the bag from turning while you sleep. It also has a foot-friendly zipper at the bottom.
REPORT : I was a bit disappointed with the sleeping bag. -8 deg C comfort zone? Really? I moved all the down to the top side of the bag and I was still cold. On the coldest evenings I wore thermal underwear, fleece pants, a down jacket, a beanie and a scarf! Also, the "sticky spots" which is suppose to prevent the bag from turning when you turn over, does not work. I woke up freezing cold and found the bottom side of the sleeping bag was on top. Not a bad sleeping bag, I just expected more from it.
K-Way Thermalator Thermal Underwear
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/thermal.jpg	I will probably only use this for sleeping.
REPORT : I used these only for sleeping. They were OK I guess, but not nearly enough on cold nights.
K-Way Microfibre Sleeping Bag Liner and Intex Inflatable Pillow
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/sleep.jpg	The liner is handy to keep your sleeping bag clean on the inside and to add a couple of degrees warmth. The pillow is inflatable and has a velvety side to rest your head on.
REPORT : I used the liner once or twice, but it is smaller than the sleeping bag, so I found it a bit restrictive. Perhaps if it was bigger I would have used it more.
K-Way Bag Liner
/Hiking/Kilimanjaro/Images_Gear/bagliner.jpg	This bag will be placed inside the gear bag that the porters will carry. It is essential to keep your sleeping bag etc dry in case of rain.
REPORT : Well, it did not rain at all during our expedition, but I suppose if it did, the bag would have worked fine.