Climbers wearing helmets and gear ascend a steep, rocky mountain with snowy peaks in the background under a clear blue sky.

Alpine Climbing Kit List

Layering guide

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Layering guide

An Alpine climbing layering guide

Summer alpine climbing means moving fast and light but still being ready for changing weather and tough terrain. A smart kit list keeps weight down without cutting corners on safety or comfort. Here’s what to pack for a summer alpine climb.

Two climbers in orange gear traverse a snowy mountain ridge, roped together, surrounded by rugged peaks under a clear blue sky.
Two climbers in bright jackets rest on a snowy mountain peak under a clear sky, with a sunburst and rugged mountain range in the background.
Two climbers with backpacks navigate a snowy mountain landscape, crossing a deep crevasse under a clear blue sky.
Two climbers in helmets and gear ascend a snowy mountain peak under a clear blue sky, with vast mountain ranges in the background.
Two climbers in helmets and jackets prepare gear on a snowy mountain peak, with rugged mountains and a clear sky in the background.

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