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Essential gear for mountaineering

When heading into the high mountains, especially on glaciated terrain, choosing the right gear and remembering to bring the essentials are the keys to a successful climb. The following gear list, also available for download, will help you piece together the ideal mountaineering kit for your next summit.

May 21 2018

Mountaineering

Mountaineering axe

SUMMIT - Classic mountaineering ice axe

SUM’TEC - Modular ice axe for technical mountaineering

GULLY - Ultra-light ice axe for technical mountaineering and steep skiing

Crampons

LEOPARD - Ultra-light aluminum crampon for ski touring and snow travel

IRVIS HYBRID - Hybrid crampon--steel front piece and aluminum heel piece--for approaches and glacier travel

SARKEN - Technical mountaineering crampons, with LEVERLOCK UNIVERSEL bindings

Rope

VOLTA GUIDE 9,0 mm - Triple-rated rope for mountaineering, with UIAA Guide Dry treatment

PASO GUIDE 7.7 mm - half rope for technical mountaineering and ice climbing, with UIAA Guide Dry treatment

RAD LINE 6 mm - hyperstatic cord designed for crevasse rescue, rappelling, and roping up on a glacier

Harness

SITTA - High-end climbing and mountaineering harness

TOUR - Durable, lightweight harness for glacier travel and skiing, dons with feet on the ground

ALTITUDE - Ultra-lightweight harness for skiing and glacier travel, dons with feet on the ground

Protection

LASER SPEED LIGHT - Ultra-light ice screw with integrated crank

MULTIHOOK - Multi-purpose hook for v-threading and more

ANGE S - Ultra-light, compact carabiner with MonoFil Keylock system

PUR'ANNEAU 60 cm - Very lightweight sling made of high-modulus polyethylene

Helmet

SIROCCO - Ultra-lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet with TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION

METEOR - Lightweight climbing and mountaineering helmet with TOP AND SIDE PROTECTION

Belay/Rappel System

REVERSO - Ultra-light multipurpose belay/rappel device; can be used in Reverso mode

ATTACHE - Lightweight, compact, pear-shaped screw-lock carabiner

SPIRIT - Compact, ultra-lightweight screw-lock carabiner

Crevasse Rescue Kit

KIT SECOURS CREVASSE - Kit for hauling and self-rescue from crevasses

RAD SYSTEM - A light, compact kit with specific equipment for crevasse rescue, roping up on a glacier, or rappelling

Headlamp

REACTIK + - Rechargeable headlamp with REACTIVE LIGHTING and Bluetooth connection to smartphone app for programming; 300 lumens

ACTIK CORE - Hybrid headlamp, powered by rechargeable CORE battery or standard AAA batteries; 350 lumens

Clothing

Mountaineering boots that are warm, waterproof, and crampon-compatible
Gaiters
Warm socks
Warm wind-resistant pants
Technical base layers
Fleece sweater
A windbreaker and water resistant jacket
Windbreaker and water resistant overpants
Lightweight gloves
Warm gloves
Warm parka
Beanie or headband

Accessories

Backpack (30 or 40 liters)
Navigation tools: map, altimeter, compass, GPS
Survival blanket
Knife
Sunglasses (category 4)
High-protection sunscreen
First-aid kit
Snacks and high-calorie "savory" food
Water bottle