What to Bring on a Day Hike

Salomon mountaineering and freeski athlete Tony is a mountain guide in Chamonix and the southern French Alps. While testing new Salomon prototypes above Chamonix, we sat him down to ask what he recommends you bring on a day hike. Here is his advice.

A list of what you should carry in your backpack:

• Salomon S/LAB QST Pack 
• Down jacket 
• Rain jacket 
• Water – 1 liter or more 
• Food 
• Toilet Paper…just in case 
• A lighter and candle 
• Rubber ski straps (for repairing things or holding things together) 
• Pocket Knife 
• Headlamp with extra batteries 
• Cell phone or radio 
• Splint for emergencies 
• Small Rope and Carabiners 
• Isothermal blanket 
• First Aid Kit 
• Gloves