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On Sale: Mountaineering

Black Diamond Scarpa Mammut

Scarpa Phantom Lite Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The Scarpa Men's Phantom Lite Mountaineering Boot offers solid protection and Primaloft warmth for technical ice and mixed climbs.

* Available Sizes:42.0, 43.0, 44.0, 45.0, 46.0, 47.0
ON SALE:
$441.96 - $519.95 (15% off)

Scarpa Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot - Women's

Built specifically for female climbers, the Scarpa Women’s Summit GTX Mountaineering Boot delivers the kind of all-mountain comfort, support, and performance that Scarpa is known for.

Available Sizes:37.0, 38.0, 39.0, 39.5, 40.0, 41.0, 41.5, 42.0
ON SALE:
$319.16 (20% off)

Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The Scarpa Inverno Mountaineering Boot has been a staple of ice and alpine climbing for years and still remains the go-to choice for cold, multi-day ascents.

* Available Sizes:11.0, 12.0
ON SALE:
$239.21 (25% off)

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, 24cm, 60cm
ON SALE:
$5.56 - $17.20 (20% off)

Outdoor Research Crocodiles Gaiter - Men's

Winner of Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice Gold Award, Outdoor Research Crocodiles Gaiters — the original do-it-all gaiter of mountaineers, backcountry skiers, and off-trail adventurers — are designed to handle anything.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL, XXL
ON SALE:
$58.46 (10% off)

Outdoor Research Verglas Gaiter - Men's

Safety in the mountains often equals moving quickly over varied and difficult terrain. Outdoor Research designed the Verglas Gaiters to carry light and travel fast.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL
ON SALE:
$40.46 (10% off)

Outdoor Research Crocodiles Gaiter - Women's

The original do-it-all gaiter of mountaineers, backcountry skiers, and off-trail adventurers, the Outdoor Research Women's Crocodiles Gaiters are designed for ladies who handle anything.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$58.46 (10% off)

Outdoor Research Verglas Gaiter - Women's

Safety in the mountains involves moving quickly over varied and difficult terrain. Outdoor Research designed the Women's Verglas Gaiters to carry light and travel fast.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$40.46 (10% off)

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.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL
ON SALE:
$80.96 (10% off)

Vasque M-Possible Mountaineering Boot - Men's

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, 11.5, 12.0, 13.0
ON SALE:
$297.46 (15% off)

Black Diamond FrontPoint GTX Gaiter

Strap on the Black Diamond FrontPoint GTX Gaiter and get ready to sink your teeth into some ice.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL
ON SALE:
$72.00 - $80.00 (10% off)

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
ON SALE:
$23.96 - $37.56 (20% off)

CAMP USA Vector Nanotech Crampon

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

* Available Sizes:One Size
ON SALE:
$204.76 - $259.95 (20% off)

Outdoor Research Cascadia Gaiter

Outdoor Research made the Cascadia Gaiters with lightweight, waterproof Gore-Tex Paclite fabric, so you can hike through rainy days without a care in the world.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$49.46 (10% off)

Millet Radikal Lite Mountaineering Boot - Men's

Lace up the Millet Men’s Radikal Lite Mountaineering Boot for lightweight summer missions into alpine territory when a backpacking boot isn’t enough and a full mountain boot is overkill.

Available Sizes:8.0, 8.5, 9.0, 9.5, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0, 11.5, 12.0, 13.0
ON SALE:
$224.96 (10% off)

Petzl Cosmi'tec Ice Axe

Combining the advantages of a standard ice axe with a technical ice tool, the Petzl Cosmi'tec Ice Axe has a slightly bent shaft and reverse-curve pick for better penetration in ice.

* Available Sizes:55cm, 62cm
ON SALE:
$124.00 (20% off)

CAMP USA Starlight 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
ON SALE:
$79.96 (20% off)

Kayland MXT Boot - Women's

If your mountaineering boot feels like a clompy brick while you trek over snow, ice, scree, and mud, consider the Kayland Women’s MXT Boot.

* Available Sizes:7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0, 10.0
ON SALE:
$233.91 (10% off)

Edelweiss Sharp Double Climbing Rope - 8.5mm

Edelweiss Sharp 8.5mm Super EverDry is a half rope that pulls its weight--and then some.

* Available Sizes:60M, 70M
ON SALE:
$167.96 - $191.96 (20% off)

Vasque Radiator Mountaineering Boot - Men's

The crampon-compatible Vasque Men's Radiator Mountaineering Boot keeps your feet toasty warm in freezing temperatures.

* Available Sizes:8.0, 9.0, 10.0, 10.5, 11.0
ON SALE:
$382.46 (15% off)

Kayland Apex XT Boot - Men's

From steep ice climbs to snowy summit ridges, the Kayland Men’s Apex XT Boot’s rigid platform and eVent waterproor breathable membrane give you full mountain performance without the weight of plastic-shell boots.

* Available Sizes:9.0, 10.5, 11.0, 11.5, 12.0
ON SALE:
$305.91 (10% off)

Outdoor Research Bugout Gaiters

Tired of those pesky skeeters nipping at your exposed ankles? Strap on the Outdoor Research Bugout Gaiters and enjoy itch-free hiking thanks to the Insect Shield fabric.

Available Sizes:S
ON SALE:
$31.46 (10% off)

CAMP USA XLH 95 Climbing Harness

Camp made their XLH 95 Climbing Harness for adventure racers and ski mountaineers who want the lightest harness they can possibly find.

* Available Sizes:XL
ON SALE:
$23.97 (40% off)

Mountain Hardwear Nut Shell High Gaiter - Women's

Whether you’re post-holing up through a foot of fresh snow or slogging through a trail-turned-mudslide, the Mountain Hardwear Women’s Nut Shell High Gaiter keeps trail flotsam out of your boots so you can keep on trekkin’.

* Available Sizes:M, L
ON SALE:
$20.96 (25% off)

Outdoor Research Brooks Ranger Overboot

It's always nice to come back from your mountaineering expedition with all of your toes intact, so prepare for the worst with the Outdoor Research Brooks Ranger Overboot.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$103.97 (35% off)

Outdoor Research BugOut Gaiters - Kids'

Thanks to Outdoor Research's BugOut Gaiters, your kids don't have to suffer from bug-bitten ankles.

Available Sizes:S/M, L/XL
ON SALE:
$29.66 (10% off)

Simond Metallic 820 R Titane Axe

The Simond Metallic 820 MXC Titane Mountain Axe features a streamlined titanium construction that makes it ideal for ski mountaineering or lightweight expeditions.

Available Sizes:60
ON SALE:
$262.46 (25% off)

Vasque M-Possible SS Mountaineering Boot - Men's

When a typical winter Saturday finds you hanging by your ice tools and frontpointing out an overhung limestone cave to a massive curtain of ice, lace up the Vasque Men’s M-Possible SS Mountaineering Boot and push your M-grade to the limit.

* Available Sizes:11.5
ON SALE:
$227.47 (30% off)

Grivel G14 AntiBotts

Antibotts are flexible, latex sheets that prevent snow build-up beneath the crampon.

* Available Sizes:One Size
ON SALE:
$34.97 (30% off)

Mountain Hardwear Nut Shell High Gaiter - Men's

The Mountain Hardwear Nut Shell High Gaiter gives you durable water resistance and protection from rocks, snow, and other trail debris.

* Available Sizes:S
ON SALE:
$25.16 (10% off)

Simond Metallic 820 MXC Titane Mountain Axe

The Simond Metallic 820 MXC Titane Mountain Axe helps light-and-fast mountaineers bridge the gap between the traditional piolet and a technical ice tool.

Available Sizes:60
ON SALE:
$299.96 (25% off)

Mountain Hardwear Pinnacle Stretch Gaiter

Mountain Hardwear created the Pinnacle Stretch Gaiter to handle the harsh environments of high mountains.

* Available Sizes:S, M, L, XL
ON SALE:
$62.96 - $69.95 (10% off)

Mountain Hardwear Absolute Zero Overboot

Mountain Hardwear Absolute Zero Overboots keep your feet warm when you're mountaineering at high altitudes in ranges like Alaska or the Himalayas.

Available Sizes:S, M, L
ON SALE:
$64.97 (35% off)

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