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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

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Base Layers & Accessories

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Footwear

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Backpacks & Bags

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Technical Gear

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Other Equipments

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Camping & Sleeping

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

Paragliding

Sunglasses

Sunglasses

I really like the Cat 2–4 photochromic performance. It changes color within a few seconds depending on light intensity, so my eyes stay comfortable when moving from shade to sun or from cloudy weather to clear sky. The rubber tips on the temples eventually peeled off, but that didn’t affect normal use much in the mountains. It may have been replaced by other models in the current catalog; if you’re considering buying one, the first thing to check—more than the model name—is whether it can transition across Cat 2–Cat 3–Cat 4 light levels.

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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