Whittaker Mountaineering Blog
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Mountaineering Boots: Choosing the Right Boot for your Climb
With early-season climbing in full swing on Mount Rainier, we figured it was time to revisit one of the most common questions we get here at Whittaker Mountaineering; how do I choose a mountaineering boot? With dozens of different styles tailored to almost every situation you can encounter in the mountains, saying it’s hard to choose is an understatement. -
How to Wash Your Down Jacket
Puffy Washing 101 We love our Puffys. They keep us warm on rest breaks, double as perfect pillows, and keep us cozy on those post-aprés walks home. But let's face... -
Mountaineering Backpacks: A Beginners Guide
If you’ve ever been mountaineering, you know how much gear you’ve got to lug along with you. Crampons, ice ax, helmet, harness, carabiners, ascenders, rope, food, water, sleeping bag, tent…... -
Keep Your Fingers: A Guide to Mountaineering Gloves
If you’ve been mountaineering, skiing, or even hiking in cold weather you know how quickly your fingers get frosty. When you’re surrounded by civilization, warming up your digits might be...
