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Gear for Higher Education - The North Face, DAKINE, Salomon, Patagonia and Oakley

CAMP USA Vector Nanotech Crampons

Camp uses Nanoflex steel to make their Vector Nanotech Crampons 7oz lighter and 20% stronger than crampons made with standard CroMo steel.

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ON SALE:
$199.96 (20% off)

Petzl Express Quickdraw Sling

Petzl Express Slings are Backcountry.com's favorite when making quickdraws. We like the included String webbing protector which keeps carabiners aligned with their strongest axis.

* Available Sizes: 11cm, 17cm, 25cm
Price:
$5.90

Black Diamond Nylon Sewn Runners

The Black Diamond Nylon Sewn Runners are top quality and an excellent value.

* Available Sizes: 30cm, 60cm
Price:
$3.70

Petzl Elios Helmet

The Petzl Elios Helmet provides an excellent combination of lightweight and durability for all types of climbing.

* Available Sizes: Size 1 (48-56 cm), Size 2 (53-61 cm)
Price:
$65.90

Black Diamond Dynex Sewn Runners

Black Diamond's Dynex 10mm Sewn Runners weigh 30% less than nylon runners to save weight on your rack for both summer and winter climbing.

* Available Sizes: 120cm, 30cm, 60cm
Price:
$11.90

Petzl Fin'Anneau Sling

The Petzl Fin'Anneau Sling's thin 8mm diameter reduces bulk on long routes where you need to carry a dozen or more.

* Available Sizes: 120cm, 180cm, 24 cm, 60cm
Price:
$17.90

La Sportiva Makalu Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The La Sportiva Men's Makalu Mountaineering Boots have become among the most popular alpine footwear for everyone from casual climbers to Outward Bound students and instructors.

* Available Sizes: 38.0, 38.5, 39.0, 39.5, 40.0, 41.0, 41.5, 42.0, 42.5, 43.0, 43.5, 44.0, 44.5, 45.0, 45.5, 46.0, 46.5, 47.0, 47.5, 48.0
Price:
$269.95

Petzl Laser Sonic Ice Screw

The Petzl Laser Sonic Ice Screw is the latest innovation in ice climbing anchors. The Laser Sonic is designed with a rotating hanger and crank-in-one for ultra-efficient placement and removal.

* Available Sizes: 10 cm, 13 cm, 17 cm, 21 cm
Price:
$62.90

Black Diamond Tracer Helmet

A low-profile design and a weight of only 8.3oz make the Black Diamond Tracer Helmet ideal protection for climbers who don't want to look like construction workers.

* Available Sizes: S, M, L
Price:
$89.90

Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet

Protect your melon on your next climbing trip with the comfortable, adjustable, low-profile Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet.

* Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$59.90

Mammut Dyneema Contact Sling - 8mm

Mammut Tubular Dyneema 8mm Contact Slings are the ultimate slings for super-light alpine climbing or simply shaving ounces off your rack.

* Available Sizes: 120cm, 180cm
Price:
$15.95

La Sportiva Glacier Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The La Sportiva Glacier Men's Mountaineering Boot is a heavy duty boot that can handle any terrain you might encounter in a week out on the mountain. If the trail leads over a snowfield or onto a glacier you can slap on crampons and travel with confidence.

* Available Sizes: 40.0, 40.5, 41.0, 41.5, 42.0, 42.5, 43.0, 43.5, 44.0, 44.5, 45.0, 45.5, 46.0, 46.5, 47.0, 47.5
Price:
$249.95

Black Diamond Express Ice Screws

The Black Diamond Express Ice Screws' unique taper reduces ice fracturing and eases placements.

* Available Sizes: 10cm, 13cm, 16cm, 19cm, 22cm
Price:
$56.90

Mammut Belay Sling - 19 mm

Replace your daisy chain with the Mammut Belay Sling Polymid for a safe, secure attachment to your anchor.

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Price:
$12.95

Petzl Meteor III Climbing Helmet

The Petzl Meteor III Climbing Helmet's ultralight design suits sport and trad climbers who don't want to get on the rock with a heavy brain bucket on their heads.

Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$99.90

Grivel Trigger

The Grivel Trigger can be attached to the shaft of nearly any ice tool for added support while climbing.

* Available Sizes: Large, Reg
Price:
$21.95

Petzl Antisnow Plates

Get the Petzl Antisnow Plates for your crampons and leave the snow on the ground where it belongs.

Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$39.90

Vasque Alpine LT GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The Vasque Men's three-season Alpine LT GTX Mountaineering Boots keep your step steady and light as you work your way up technical alpine routes, and these boots' Gore-Tex membrane blocks moisture as you trek across glaciers.

* Available Sizes: 9.0, 9.5, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0, 11.5, 12.0, 13.0
Price:
$224.95

Metolius Rabbit Runner Spectra Sling

The Metolius Rabbit Runner Spectra Sling includes sewn end loops that allow it to be used as an over-the-shoulder sling or a double-length runner on rock and ice climbs.

Available Sizes: 44"
Price:
$13.45

CAMP USA Vector Balling Plates - Pair

Attaching a pair of Camp Vector Antibotts to your Vector crampons greatly reduces dangerous snow-balling when you're descending snow slopes after an ice climb.

Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$6.95

Vasque M-Possible Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The Vasque M-Possible Mountaineering Boot's nimble cut excels at technical ice and mixed climbing, and the BOA lace system lets you easily adjust the fit when needed.

Available Sizes: 9.0, 9.5, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0, 11.5, 12.0, 13.0
Price:
$349.95

La Sportiva Nepal EVO GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The La Sportiva Nepal EVO GTX Mountaineering Boot, designed for technical mountaineering on high-elevation rock, snow, and ice terrain, is the evolution of the Nepal Extreme boot.

* Available Sizes: 42.0, 42.5, 43.0, 43.5, 44.0, 44.5, 45.0, 45.5, 46.0
Price:
$474.95

Black Diamond Dynex Daisy Chain - 12mm

The Black Diamond 12mm Dynex Daisy Chain's low-profile design decreases the bulk that plagues aid climbers.

* Available Sizes: 115cm, 140cm
Price:
$29.90

Vasque M-Possible Mountaineering Boot

Whether you're shooting to climb M10 or tackle an alpine-style ascent in the North Cascades, the M-Possible boots Boa lacing system and super light, tough construction will help you make the grade.

* Available Sizes: 8.0, 9.0, 9.5, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0
Price:
$349.95

Mammut Dyneema Crocodile Sling - 10mm

The ridiculously thin Mammut 10mm Dyneema Crocodile Sling helps shave both weight and bulk from your rack while providing all the strength you need to feel confident taking whippers

Available Sizes: 120 cm
Price:
$10.95

Black Diamond Turbo Ice Screws

Black Diamond Tubular Ice Screws are made for the climber who values life and isn't willing to mess with sub-par designs when the chips are down.

* Available Sizes: 13cm, 16cm, 19cm, 22cm
Price:
$42.90

Black Diamond Ice Clipper

The Black Diamond Ice Clipper is a simple and light way to rack ice screws and tools.

* Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$6.90

Black Diamond ABS - Sabretooth Antibot

The Black Diamond Sabretooth ABS is the anti-balling system that enhances your Sabertooth Crampons.

* Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$24.90

CAMP USA Starlight Climbing Helmet

The Camp Starlight is an ultralight, low-profile climbing helmet that's ideal for rock climbing when weight and bulk are a major concern.

* Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$99.95

La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The La Sportiva Trango S EVO GTX Mountaineering Boot received a 2004 Backpacker magazine Editor's Choice Award.

* Available Sizes: 42.0, 43.0, 43.5, 44.0, 44.5, 45.0, 45.5, 46.0, 47.0, 47.5
Price:
$289.95

Black Diamond Tracer Climbing Helmet - Kids'

Protect your child's noggin with the Black Diamond Kids' Tracer Helmet while your future rock star is learning the ropes.

Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$59.90

La Sportiva Glacier EVO Mountaineering Boot - Men's

La Sportiva Glacier EVO Men's Mountaineering Boots bridge the gap between heavy hiking boots and beefy mountaineering boots.

* Available Sizes: 38.5, 39.0, 39.5, 40.0, 40.5, 41.0, 41.5, 42.0, 43.0, 44.0, 44.5, 45.0, 46.0, 47.0
Price:
$264.95

Petzl Fakir Crampon Carrying Bag

Don't let your crampons poke holes in your down jacket while they're in your pack, carry them in the Petzl Fakir Crampon Carrying Bag and keep your other gear hole-free.

* Available Sizes: One Size
Price:
$14.90

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