PREPARE
Trekking is so much better when you’re prepared. We’ve put together some trekking guides to help you get the information, advice and tips you need for an amazing long-distance trek.
PACKING LIST
To get the most from Fjällräven Classic Chile, you’ll need to have the right clothing and equipment. Here is our full Fjällräven Classic Chile packing list.
Mandatory equipment
- Backpack with a rain protection cover (recommended size-range 50-75L)
- Three-season sleeping bag (comfort temperature at least 0 degrees Celcius)
- Tent
- Sleeping mattress
- Gas stove, no other type of stove is allowed
- Matches and/or lighter
- Head torch
- Small knife and scissors or a multi-tool
- Water bottle, minimum 1 liter
- Magnetic compass (suitable for the Southern Hemisphere)
- First aid kit including dressings, plasters, tape, blister pads, compresses, safety pins, butterfly stitches (skin closures), fluid replacement, painkillers and disinfectant
- Headgear (hat/beanie/cap)
- Gloves
- Rain/shell jacket
- Rain/shell trousers
- Thermal base layers for top and bottom, preferably in wool and enough for a dry change
- A warm fleece/mid layer in down or a synthetic material
- Trekking trousers, a pair that can be zipped-off to become shorts are ideal
- Small shovel for human waste
- Passport and Immigration paper/National ID for Chileans
Recommended equipment
- Water bag
- Cutlery for the outdoors
- Water filter
- Coffee or tea
- Toiletries
- Small towel
- Sun protection
- Sunglasses
- Trekking boots
- Trekking socks, preferably in wool
- A change of shoes or flip flops/sandals to give your feet a break
- Trekking poles
- GPS unit or a GPS map application on your phone
Equipment included in the ticket fee
- Freeze dried food for the entire trek
- Gas for your stove
- Fjällräven Classic Trash Bag
- Route map
- GPX-track to import to your GPS device
- Fjällräven Safety Sheet
- Plastic bags for used toilet paper
- Trekking passport
Good to know
Some of the items on the list may be shared with your fellow trekkers if you’re hiking in a group. Items that may be shared between participants:
- Tent
- Stove
- Magnetic compass (suitable for the Southern Hemisphere)
- Shovel
- First aid kit
HEALTH & SAFETY
Fjällräven Classic Chile takes place in the wilderness, with limited access roads, minimal phone reception, and rapidly changing weather conditions. Participation in the event is entirely at your own risk. It is your responsibility to ensure you have sufficient insurance coverage for any accidents, personal injuries, or other damage.
While the route generally has no difficult or dangerous passages, there are some steep sections. Be careful in foggy conditions and during or after heavy rainfall, as this may result in slippery ground. Remember to eat and drink plenty to gain enough energy and to avoid headaches.
Use good hygiene when dealing with wounds. Use plenty of clean water to rinse wounds and blisters. First aid-educated staff will be available at each night camp and at the finish, equipped with a limited supply of first aid products and medications.
In the event of an injury or illness, contact officials at a checkpoint or night camp. If you cannot proceed to the next checkpoint or night camp, remain on the trail (pitch a tent and cook if necessary) until help arrives or the Sweeper appears. In exceptional cases, such as serious injury or illness, helicopter evacuation is possible. However, medical services and/or helicopter transportation costs in case of an accident, personal injury, or other damage are not covered by the organiser and will be billed directly to the participant at customary rates.
Fjällräven and its partners are not responsible for your whereabouts. If you require assistance, it is your responsibility to contact us or seek help independently. Generally, there will be no organised search and rescue for individuals who do not reach the finish.
Fjällräven is monitoring the development both globally and in the specific areas where we host events. We will under no condition proceed with our events if we see that they could jeopardize the health or safety of our trekkers, volunteers, or staff in any way. Needless to say, we will comply with any rules or regulations issued by authorities in the areas we operate. We will do everything in our power to produce a safe event for all and welcome you to Chile.
PARTNERS
Fjällräven Classic Chile wouldn’t be possible without the support of our partners and suppliers. You can find out more about all of them below.
Volkanica
Want to update your gear collection with everything you’ll need for Fjällräven Classic Chile, then Volkanica is the place to go. They have shops online and in several cities in Chile. www.volkanica.cl
Hanwag
Your feet are your most important trekking “tools”. This is something that the German bootmakers Hanwag understand well. For nearly 100 years, they have been working with feet, shoes and boots for hikers, trekkers and mountaineers. Their goal is to deliver the perfect fit. For greater comfort, safety and enjoyment. www.hanwag.com
Cerro Guido
During the Fjällräven Classic Chile trek, we will walk on the land of Estancia Cerro Guido. The farm works with sustainable livestock management, respecting natural grasslands and avoiding overlogging to prevent erosion. A key objective is achieving coexistence between livestock and wildlife as historically there has been a conflict between wildlife and cattle raising in the area.
Cerro Guido wants to show that you can live in harmony by making changes, with a respectful look on both sides. www.estanciacerroguido.com/en
Informação em Português
Aqui está o link para um PDF com todas as informações acima em português.
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