Equipment lists for Kilimanjaro frequently recommend Gore-Tex or similarly high-specification waterproof clothing, sometimes quoting hydrostatic-head ratings of 25,000–30,000 mm. But does a trek to 5,895 metres genuinely require this level of protection, or are we applying technical mountaineering standards to what is fundamentally a high-altitude trekking objective? Understanding the Environment Kilimanjaro presents an unusual range … Continue reading Do You Really Need Gore-Tex for Kilimanjaro ?