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What’s in My Pack? A Mountaineer’s Full Gear List

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My Climbing & Mountaineering Gear List

Last Updated: May 2026

I’ve compiled my complete personal gear inventory here with photos and honest reviews based on real-world use. I check this list before every trip to make sure I haven’t forgotten anything. I’ve added my experiences, pros, cons, and tips — hopefully they’ll help you make better gear decisions.

Clothing System

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Base Layers & Accessories

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Footwear

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Backpacks & Bags

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Technical Gear

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Other Equipments

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Camping & Sleeping

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

Paragliding

Hiking Boots

Hiking Boots

Salomon really nailed it with this model — it’s incredibly tough, almost like ski equipment. It comes with Salomon’s own Contagrip outsole. The rock protection, flexibility for comfortable walking, and high material quality completely won me over. I used them for many years. The only downside is that they slip excessively on trails. I wondered if it was due to wear, but they were slippery even when brand new. Vibram soles perform much better in this area.

This list is based on my personal experiences and preferences. Gear choice is highly individual — always consider your own needs, body type, and climbing style.

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