- geoffmcooper
This post is to show the gear list and photos for heading out to the classic Blue Mountains multi-pitch Tom Thumb.
The leader should carry:
A 50 or 60 metre dynamic climbing rope
Basic trad rack with medium nuts, cams from #0.4 to #3 and a nut tool
12 bolt plates
12 quickdraws - preferrably with some longer slings and alpine draws
ATC belay device
Slings and locking quickdraws
Prusiks for backing up abseils, ascending double ropes and rescue

The seconder should carry:
Another 50 or 60 metre rope as the abseils are approximately 50 metres long. Consider using twin or half ropes
ATC belay device
Nut tool
Sling and lockers
Prusiks

Both parties should also carry essential items including:
Helmet
Harness
Comfortable climbing shoes that you can wear all day
Plenty of water (1-2 litres)
Headtorch and spare batteries
Rain/wind jacket
Gloves for long abseils and belaying in cool weather
Walkie talkies as the leader will be out of sight of the belay on most pitches

Other key items for one person to also bring:
Emergency beacon
First-aid kit
Toileting items - toilet paper, wag bag, shovel
Author: Geoff Cooper