The second round of cooperating brands for the "First Time Snow Mountain Hike & Gear Experience" has been announced!
Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
The event where everyone will climb a snowy mountain, "Supporting your winter mountain debut! First time snowy mountain hike & gear experience event," is just about one week away on Saturday, December 6th, and we have received cooperation from two new brands to lend us gear.
Today is a follow-up on that
At this event, Outdoor Gearzine will support readers, both first-timers and those not yet familiar with the process of choosing gear when climbing a snowy mountain, which can be quite a difficult task
Even if you don't yet have snow mountain gear, we have prepared high-quality gear from various brands that you can borrow from manufacturers and compare and try out
We are grateful to have received cooperation from a number of prestigious manufacturers as our cooperating brands
As the first step, we will be announcing three new brands!
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Gear rental partner brands [Part 2]
■MSR
Mountain Safety Research (MSR) was founded in 1963 by Seattle engineer and lifelong mountaineer Larry Penberthy. Driven by the belief that "better, safer, and more reliable equipment is the key to greater adventure," MSR has focused its efforts on improving the safety of climbing equipment. Today, the company offers a wide range of gear, from shelters to stoves and snowshoes. Its functionality, simplicity, and reliability make it a one-of-a-kind outdoor brand.
This time, you will be able to borrow several types of snowshoes and backcountry poles to try out the differences in walking comfort depending on the type.
■CAMP
It's not camping, it's "Costruzione Articoli Montagna Premana (Production, Products, Mountaineering, Premana Region)," or "camp" for short. Founded in 1889 in Premana, northern Italy, this long-established mountaineering equipment brand has been producing the world's safest equipment for over 130 years. Starting out as a blacksmith making pickaxes for mining, the company has now built a reputation for excellence and reliability among outdoor enthusiasts as a climbing gear brand.
This time, we were able to borrow not only ice axes and 12-spike crampons, but also several different types such as 10-spike crampons and chain spikes, so that we could compare how they differ depending on the situation.
To enter, please use this application form
If you are interested, please apply using the application form below! We are only a few spots away from capacity. It is first come, first served, so apply early!
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Event Overview
Date, time and location
Date and Time:
Saturday, December 6, 2025
*If temporary bad weather is forecast, the event will be held, but if the weather is bad throughout the day, the event may be postponed or canceled if possible
In any case, if the event is cancelled due to weather or other reasons, we will notify you by email or other means by 12:00 on the Friday immediately prior to the event
place:
Beginners to snowy mountains will climb relatively easy routes and mountains equipped with ice axes, crampons, and snowshoes
Taking into consideration the wishes of the participants and ease of approach, we will consider mountains suitable for beginners to snow mountains, such as Tanigawadake Tenjin Ridge, Kitayokodake, Mt. Kurobanzayama, Mt. Nikko Shirane, and the Central Alps
Matches include:
People who have always wanted to try snowy mountain climbing but have been hesitant to take the plunge alone
People who want to experience snowy mountain hiking accompanied by an experienced hiker
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Participation fee
Participation is conditional on joining the "Standard Plan" membership (1,000 yen/month)
(If you are already a member, it is free. If you are not a member, please join by the day of the event.)
Regarding the equipment you need to prepare
Basically, we ask that you prepare your own equipment for a day trip to a snowy mountain. Please also refer to basic equipment list for a day trip to a snowy mountain
If you are unsure of what equipment you should bring, please feel free to contact us and we will do our best to accommodate your needs, such as lending you tools.
Number of participants and recruitment quota
Entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for each date. Applications will close once the maximum number of participants has been reached. If there are any cancellations, we will make an announcement accordingly
Minimum number of applicants: 2 people
Maximum number of recruits: around 6 people
Please be aware in advance
Please note that this event is not a guided tour, so participants must participate at their own risk. Outdoor Gearzine will not be held responsible for any injuries, illnesses, or accidents that occur during the event
However, we will of course provide full support to ensure you have a safe tent camping experience, so please rest assured about that
Please enter your participation using this application form
There are still some details to be decided, but if you are interested, please apply using the entry form below! It's first come, first served, so apply early!
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Of course, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us
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Please look forward to further announcements in the future! Please feel free to join us!
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