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Listed below is essential info on what equipment is required for your week at the lodge. It is possible to hire Kastle skis and skins and recommended brands and web addresses are included to assist in your kit research.
Ski equipment/rental
Kastle Fx 84 skis are available for rent. The FX 84 is 84mm under the foot which provides good floatation in the powder and available in 168cm, 176cm and 184cm. The FX 84 is an all round performer that holds an edge on hard snow and floats nicely in the Lyngen powder.
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Bindings
Fritschi bindings are fitted to all the lodge Kastle FX 84 touring skis. All sets include skins and ski crampons.
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Touring boots
Available at the lodge for rent are Garmont Axon touring boots.
Sizes available:
23.5 /38
24.5 /39
25.5 /40
26.5 /42
27.5 /43
28.5 /44
Place you order for rental well in advance before your arrival as we carry limited stock.
Rental price NOK500 per week.
Skis and boots package NOK 1500 per week.
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Safety Equipment
Safety package includes the Digital DTS Tracker avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe. You are welcome to bring your own digital transceiver, old analogues transceivers are not recommended. You will be instructed and tested on it's use. Rental NOK70 per day |
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ABS Rucksacks
It is possible for you bring you own ABS and avoid airline issues with the pressurized air bottles by renting the bottles and release only from the lodge for NOK150 per week. You must reserve before arrival. |
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Clothing
A selection of Peak Performance clothing is available at the lodge shop.
Peak Performance Blacklight collection is the official clothing sponsor for Lyngen Lodge.
Your clothing check list
A layering system is the best way to regulate your body's heating system when skiing in Lyngen. This consists of:
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Base thermal
top layer |
Base thermal
bottom layer |
Primaloft insulating layer |
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Shell Jacket
water/wind proof |
Shell pants |
Down filled jacket
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Socks
Love your feet! And treat them to some wool rich socks - they'll thank you and so will your mates who join you in the hot tub after skiing! http://www.smartwool.com/
Gloves
A thin fleece pair and a beefy warm pair to block the snow and wind will do the trick, if you have a pair with removable liners that's a real bonus.
Accessories
Goggles and sun glasses with high UV protection are required.
Rucksack
A rucksack around 35 litres capacity will be sufficient for all touring days. You’ll only need to carry water, food and some spare clothing for the day.
Safety equipment
All members are required to carry the 3 essentials
1. Avalanche transceiver
2. Shovel
3. Probe
BCA Tracker DTS avalanche transceiver is our recommended brand.
Training and guidance on the effective use of the safety equipment will be available at the lodge.
All members booking direct with Lyngen Lodge will be provided with the necessary safety equipment.
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