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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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$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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Available Sizes: 120cm, 180cm

Price:

$15.95

Black Diamond Alpine Bod Harness

Lightweight and simple, the Black Diamond Alpine Bod harness is perfect for climbers looking to save weight.

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Available Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Price:

$34.90

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.

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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.

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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

Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe

The Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe is designed to give you the greatest comfort and ease of use possible.

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Available Sizes: 55cm, 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm, 80cm, 90cm

Price:

$79.90

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

Mountain Hardwear Ascent Ventigaiter - Women's

The Mountain Hardwear Women's Ascent Ventigaiter is not a figment of your imagination—there really is a mountaineering gaiter out there with venting.

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Available Sizes: S, M, L

Price:

$49.95

Mountain Hardwear Trail Gaiter

The Mountain Hardwear Trail Gaiter is an above-ankle gaiter perfect for early spring and late fall runs and hikes.

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Available Sizes: S, M, L

Price:

$34.95

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.

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

Price:

$224.95

Black Diamond Raven Pro Ice Axe

The Raven Pro Ice Axe is the lightest, full-service piolet available, period. It has a super clean and simple design for the high-end user who refuses to sacrifice performance for less weight.

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Available Sizes: 50cm, 55cm, 60cm, 65cm, 70cm, 75cm

Price:

$99.90

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

MSR Coyote Snow Pickets Snow Anchors

From the world's highest peaks to snowy local playgrounds, the Coyote Snow Picket Snow Anchors are probably the most sought after MSR product out there, offering maximum strength and security for professionals and fun-seekers.

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Available Sizes: 2 Feet, 3 Feet

Price:

$24.95

Outdoor Research Expedition Crocodile Gaiter

The Outdoor Research Expedition Crocodiles Gaiters are large enough to wrap around plastic mountaineering boots and thick, insulated pants, and the Gore-Tex and Cordura fabrics provide waterproof protection.

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Available Sizes: S, M, XL

Price:

$79.95

Petzl Quark Ice Axe

The Petzl Charlet Moser Quark is a technical ice tool designed to excel on difficult ice or mixed routes. Built with minimal mass at the handle and the majority at the head of the axe, this tool swings with ease, even with a straight arm.

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Available Sizes: One Size

Price:

$269.90

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Available Sizes: 13cm, 16cm, 19cm, 22cm

Price:

$42.90

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