You are used to mountain treks and you can walk for 5/6 hours a day in all temperatures, with elevation gain (up to 1000 m of elevation gain per day), carrying a 50L/70L backpack loaded over 10kg. A good physical condition is necessary.
We will select 6 men and 6 women to form the group to have a nice and friendly time in the mountains!
The group will be supervised by a mid-mountain guide and several members of the FORCLAZ team.
On site, you will be asked to give your opinion on the products tested. The main objective of this usage test is to test a down jacket designed for temperatures down to -20Ā°C.
Useful information :
Dates : from November 21 to November 23, 2021
Departure and arrival point : Mountain Store, 170 Avenue LĆ©man Mont Blanc, 74190 PASSY
The Trek: 3 days of trekking in the heart of the Chamonix valley. We will be based in Les Houches.
Our hiking routes will be chosen according to weather conditions and the possible presence of snow in the mountains. Approximately 5/6 hours of walking per day, around 1,000m of elevation per day.
We will spend the nights in a gƮte (dormitories or shared rooms).
In portage everyone will have their own trekking backpack (from 50 to 60l). You will carry your personal belongings either for a day, or to reproduce the conditions of carrying independently over 2 days: food, tent, duvet & mattress, as well as some common equipment.
You will need to provide your following equipment and textile:
- High upper hiking shoes
- Hiking socks
- Hiking pants
- 1 waterproof surpant (depending on weather conditions)
- Short-sleeved & long-sleeved t-shirts (preferably in merino wool)
- Polar jacket
- Light & compact down jacket (will be provided by FORCLAZ)
- Waterproof jacket
- Buff-type hat or neck warmer.
- Fine pair of gloves
- A dry first layer "change" (t-shirt, underwear, leggings) for the evening and night
- Sunglasses
- Gourd or pipette (water pocket), 2 liters minimum
- The necessary to eat at the picnic: plate, mug, pocket knife, spoon / fork type Spork
- Toiletry bag & small personal pharmacy (including tick remover, anti-blister dressing, disinfectant, sunscreen)... minimalist!
- Headlamp
- Trekking backpack, volume 50/60l
- Trekking poles
- Flip flops / crocs / sandals for the gite
- Sheet-sack for the gite
The conditions : Ā
All costs relating to accommodation, transport, meals (excluding extras) will be covered during the test period, i.e. from departure from Passy (74190) on Monday November 21 and until return to Passy on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.
The costs to get to Passy and to leave are your responsibility.
Your insurance / assistance:
A mountain trek includes risks that should be mitigated by being well insured. Check that you are covered for search and rescue costs, repatriation and medical costs. If necessary, you can take out this type of insurance: Impact Multisports, Europ Assistance, Avi, etc.
Remuneration
This test is unpaid.
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Are you super motivated? So do not hesitate to apply by filling out the questionnaire below.
I will inform you shortly if you are selected for this test.
Sportingly,
Stephane
Mountain trekking product manager at Forclaz
