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10 indispensable items when climbing Fansipan, Lao Cai

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Shoes, socks, carry-on items and warm clothes are essential for a climb. When climbing to the roof of Indochina, the following items will protect you from trouble when you are not used to long walks and climbs.

Although the cable car route is ready to welcome guests to conquer the roof of Indochina, there are still many people who choose the 3-day-2-night climbing route to fully experience the beautiful route in the Hoang Lien range.


Wide-brimmed and laced hat (like duckweed-eared hats) helps you avoid the harsh sun or rain and especially avoid squeezing, other insects in the mountain forest.


Lightweight, warm, waterproof jacket: Please use it to wear when stopping because when walking, it is very hot and sweaty, but when stopping, it will be cold due to the mountain climate. The weather in the mountains in winter and spring is very cold, so prepare carefully.


Scarf: It is both a sweat wipe and helps you avoid insects falling into the nape area.



Protective gloves with rubber padded grip: The glove is very effective, you will not be afraid of dirt or not afraid of scratching your hands, the grip helps you hold firmly and hold firmer.


Wide-legged trousers, khaki or pants with breathable material, not hard, easy to move. When climbing, absolutely avoid wearing jeans because the hard material inconveniences movement.


Seal the head: Made of stretchy material, knee covers fit well. The pillow minimizes injuries when the knee hits cliffs, as well as falls.


Heel Seal: Also made of stretchy material. Heel seals work to position the heel when climbing because there are many cases of unfortunate dislocations.



Shoes and socks: Using nails and socks is best. Socks should be thick and long, covering the legs up to the knees, both preventing rocks or trees, and preventing insects, especially squeezing. Nail shoes have a good grip and a high neck, when buying shoes remember to choose a size that is a few times bigger than your feet because the socks are thick and your feet will be big in the afternoon.


Knapsack: The material is lightweight, always with a raincoat or piece of rain cloth upholstery. The contents of the backpack are carefully wrapped in plastic bags and stowed. What needs to be placed on the head to facilitate removal and use


Raincoat: It is recommended to use a raincoat to make walking easy.


Objects such as shoes, socks, knee covers, heel covers, duckweed ear hats, gloves ... buy at shops on Le Duan Street (near the cut with Kham Thien Street) or shops selling workwear along Yet Kieu Street (near Hanoi University of Fine Arts).



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