Bouldering Packing List
Complete packing list for the bouldering gym and outdoor rock.
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Equipment
Climbing shoes
Close-fitting climbing shoes with rubber soles for optimum grip.
Chalk bag
Chalk bag with waist belt and fleece lining for loose chalk.
Chalk
Chalk as a block or chalk ball – considerably improves grip when bouldering.
Hold brush
Bristle brush for climbing holds – cleans chalk residue off artificial holds.
Crash pad (outdoor)
Crash pad for outdoor bouldering – padded landing mat for rock and natural crags.
Clothing
Climbing trousers
Flexible climbing trousers with stretch – hard-wearing for gym and rock.
T-shirt / vest top
Close-fitting sports top – does not snag on bouldering holds.
Sports socks
Thin cotton ankle socks – taken off before getting on the wall.
Care & Skincare
Climbing balm / skin salve
Climbing balm for split fingertips – restores skin after training.
Finger tape
Climbing finger tape – protects pulleys and torn skin on the fingers.
Sandpaper (fine)
Fine 180-grit sandpaper – smooths calluses and rough patches of skin.
Towel
Small microfibre towel for wiping down between boulder problems.
Disinfectant
Antiseptic wound spray for split fingers and grazes while climbing.
Food & Drink
Water bottle
BPA-free 0.75 litre sports water bottle for the bouldering session.
Snack / energy bar
Magnesium bar or nut mix as an energy source for long bouldering sessions.
Other
Sports bag / rucksack
Compact climbing rucksack for shoes, chalk bag and a change of clothes.
Nail scissors / file
Nail scissors and file – short nails are a must for bouldering.
Plasters
Plasters for split fingers and grazes – suitable specifically for climbers.