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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

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Base Layers & Accessories

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Footwear

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Backpacks & Bags

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Technical Gear

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Other Equipments

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Camping & Sleeping

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

Paragliding

Ice Axe

Ice Axe

A standard ice axe… This tool always reminds me of the late Barış Manço’s song: “If you say the neighbor’s chicken looks like a pickaxe to the neighbor, and you don’t spare the chicken from where the pickaxe comes… With this mindset, you can’t be the handle of an axe, but one day you become the tip of the handle — pickaxe, pickaaaxe, pickaaaxe!”

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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