This Memorial Day, we're celebrating the start of the season with up to 40% Off all your favorite mountaineering brands. To honor all those who came before, paving the way for the sport we love and the freedom to climb, we're giving Active Duty Military and Veterans an extra 10% off at checkout (with valid Government ID). Click here for more info.
Shop below, and check out our blog posts on Famous Veteran Mountaineers & Veterans in the Whittaker Mountaineering Family if you're interested.
Lightweight Asymmetrical Large-capacity Carabiner
A large carabiner can come in handy in many places. This one's shape and size means it's useful for belaying and rappelling with the Munter hitch ...
Protect your hands!
You might not think it, but sunburn is one of the most common issues mountaineers face, and your hands are often hit the hardest. Even when it's 70 and sunny, you need a glove t...
Light, versatile synthetically insulated hoody works as a mid-layer and standalone, the Atom Hoody from Arc'teryx is a key addition to your kit.
Alpine proven as a mid layer and standalone, this v...
HIKE • TREK • EXPLORE
Winner of Backpacker Magazine’s Hall of Fame Award and Editors’ Choice Gold Award.
Safely make icy, mountainous terrain your playground with a proven performer that keeps find...
Consistently the Best
Every year we ask RMI Expeditions' guides which gaiters they recommend for mountaineering, and since they came on the market years ago, the Expedition Crocodile Gaiters have ...
An Ultralight Hoodie with the Perfect Combo of UV Protection and Breathability
Meet the new Echo Hoodie; sporting all of the essentials that make this piece so beloved, with upgrades that contin...
Signature Conrad Anker sock was built to keep up with all your outdoor excursions.
The Athlete Edition Mountaineer OTC Socks feature our most advanced Indestructawool technology for enhanced durab...
Boxes = Checked
When it comes to climbing pants, there are quite a few boxes that need to be checked. They've got to be comfortable with and without long underwear, be harness compatible, and reg...
The Ultimate Mountaineering Glove
Consistently at the top of the Guide Pick™ list for heavy-weight gloves, the Black Diamond Guide Gloves provide the perfect combination of warmth and dexterity for...
Used On Expeditions Around The World For Many Years
Insulated Bottle Cover that is easy to use with mittens or gloves on, low profile so it does not take up too much room, and won't absorb water as...
An essential part of any alpine climber's rack.
Black Diamond Dynex Runners are indispensable for building anchors, slinging natural features or extending placements to reduce rope drag. This hig...
A climbing-specific Blade
The SPATHA clippable knife is designed to accompany the climber on every outing. The profile of the blade allows easy cutting of ropes and cordage. It has a hole for a car...
Ultra-durable Wire Gate
The Carabiner is featuring a hot-forged construction—allowing us to remove weight where it’s not needed and add material where durability is key—and a hinge-basket that h...
Classic sun gloves with superb back-of-hand protection, dynamic cooling technology for long-lasting temperature regulation, comfort, and trusted UPF 50+ sun protection.
Best-selling ActiveIce™ tech...
Good Eatin'
MSR® Folding Utensils are constructed with BPA-free materials and collapse to fit inside MSR Insulated mugs for efficient packing. Different color options coordinate with our Mugs and D...
The Forty Below® Camp Booties™ are the best synthetic insulated camp booties for outdoor trips, winter camping, expeditions, and even around the house or cabin!
The unique lacing enables support an...
Without a doubt, the Raven Pro Ice Axe is the best ax for climbing Rainier's standard routes.
Period. Lightweight, durable, and long enough to provide ample support, the Raven Pro has been in our ...
An Ultralight Hoodie with the UV Protection
The Echo Hoodie is built from bluesign®-approved and recycled materials and is perfect for everything from fall running and spring ski touring to su...
Compact, Easy-to-use Headlamp with Red Lighting
The lamp that started it all! Launched 20 years ago as Petzl’s first LED lamp, the TIKKA® headlamp casts 350 lumens of brightness. It's a necessity ...
Get Out There with the Mountaineer Max Cushion Tall Crew Socks
Get out there with the Mountaineer Max Cushion Tall Crew Socks. Featuring our most advanced Indestructawool technology for enh...
The Half Dome Has Long Been a Staple for Climbers Worldwide
A well-designed helmet should be put on... and then forgotten. You can be wearing a helmet for 10-12 hours at a time while climbing, so ...
Ideal Crampon for Mountaineers
For general mountaineering, we prefer 10 point over 12 point crampons, and when it comes to 10 pointers, Black Diamond's Contact Strap is hard to beat. We've been usi...
This is one of Arc'teryx's most trusted, best-loved hoodies.
Delivering proven, versatile performance as a mid layer or standalone, the Atom Hoody provides effective warmth for low-output and star...
The Clear Winner of our Guide Pick Program for Harnesses
Go for the summit! ALTITUDE is a lightweight harness with a simple design that allows you to put on the harness without taking off your sk...
Powerful, Rechargeable, and Easy-to-use Headlamp with Red Lighting
ACTIK® with a rechargeable battery! The ideal rechargeable headlamp to extend your dynamic outdoor activities. Casting 600 lumens,...
Power in the Backcountry
Perfect for a 2-3 day adventure, the Flip 24 Power Bank can fully charge your cell phone up to two times. Weighing in at 4.6 oz, you'll hardly notice it's there, and with n...
The Forty Below® Purple Haze™ overboot is the choice of climbers for Denali, the Himalayas, and cold weather expeditions worldwide.
The easy to put on, full length insulated overboot for mountaine...
Light and Safe
Our lightest full-function pear locker, the Black Diamond VaporLock carabiner provides a smooth increase in friction and is ideal for belaying and rappelling when you want more control.
You Should Take this on Every Hike
With its accordion-style design and closed-cell foam construction, the Z Seat camping seat is an ounce-counter's solution to on-the-spot comfort. It's virtually ...
RMI Expeditions Guides Love this Boot
G2 Evo is the ultra thermal double boot for extreme mountaineering and prolonged use at low temperatures. G2 Evo belongs to the La Sportiva high mountain line...
Great for Rock or Alpine Use
The ASCENSION handled ascender is designed for rope ascents and features an overmolded handle and ergonomic top section for a comfortable and powerful grip when pulli...
You Might Not Know You Are Wearing Them
Light and stretchy liners that provide efficient insulation under a shell glove, the Black Diamond LightWeight GridTech gloves feature a warm yet lightweigh...
Our Guides Recommend these Pants
When it comes to climbing pants, there are quite a few boxes that need to be checked. They've got to be comfortable with and without long underwear, be harness com...
Ideal For Ski Mountaineering Adventures
Perfect for Rainier's standard climbing routes, the Couloir has minimal padding on the waist and legs to allow for comfortable glacier travel.
For technical...
This Is What We Take To The Summit Of Rainier
The Black Diamond Patrol gloves are classic workhorse leather gloves taken to the next level. The supple goat leather palms and knuckle patches provide...
Push You Limits No Matter What The Weather Holds
Black Diamond's Stormline Stretch hardshell pants are a necessary addition to your mountaineering layering system. Featuring the BD.dry™ waterproof...
Keep Your Gear Safe
Whether you're catching a flight to Canmore or hiking to the crags, the Black Diamond Crampon Bag keeps your 'poons from punching holes in your pack or duffel bag. Made from to...
Reach the Bottom of Tall Pots and Stand-up Meal Pouches
Featuring a jet-and-cable tool for servicing your MSR liquid-fuel stoves on one end, this stainless steel clad spoon has an extra-long handl...
Sterling's Bestselling Friction Hitch and Autoblock Have Been Redesigned with Stronger Aramid Fiber
The 6.8 mm HollowBlock2 is made of 100% Technora® fiber for increased abrasion resistance and im...
The Original Blister Saver
User-friendly with its pre-cut shapes and sizes for quick and easy application. The larger oval shape pieces include pre-cut inner holes for creating a "donut" for the bl...
More Heat, Less Waste
Ignik Hand Warmers are Arctic Grade, designed to solve the biggest problems you face with cheaper air-activated warmers; providing reliable, consistent, and lon...
Perfect for a Day Trip
This compact hiking first aid kit fits easily into your day pack and equips you with everything you need to bring on a short hike, including day hiking essentials like mol...
Field Tested in Every Imaginable Condition
The SMC I Picket has a peerless strength-to-weight ratio, as well as an unmatched practical design. The Modified I web depth provides maximum hold, but i...
The next generation in Blister Dressings
Glacier Gel™ is easy to apply and stays in place for multiple days. The waterproof, breathable adhesive gels are highly cushioning, cooling and absorbent w...
Best of Both Worlds
The Blister Medic is the best of both worlds, combining the tried-and-true protection and blister prevention of Moleskin with the advanced relief and healing of Glacier Gel™ hy...
The Best Straps from the Best Company
These Voile Straps® are made of tough stretch polyurethane, with a UV-resistant additive to increase their lifespan. Their heat-treated aluminum buckle feature...
Hand-drawn Hats for the PNW
Sunday Afternoon's own Oregonian spin on the classic trucker! Hand-drawn art showcases our Pacific Northwest heritage and hopefully inspires your own outdoor adventures....
Incredibly Soft, Yet Durable
Better than a sweatshirt and KÜHLer than a sweater! The versatile REVEL™ outperforms on every level. Super soft, lightweight warmth and comfort that easily transitions ...
Comprehensive Mt. Rainier Climbing Guide
Many of the most accomplished US alpinists have learned their skills on Mount Rainier. And many of the rest of us dream of one day standing on its majestic...
Exceptional Fit
Made from our quick-drying, moisture-managing, micro-fleece material, KÜHL’s SKULL CAP consists of eight separate panels for an exceptional fit. This cap fits perfectly beneath yo...
Sold by the foot. Designate length using the quantity field.
Special braided core, strong, low stretch, easy to tie, resilient cord for a variety of climbing uses.
Colors may vary.
Freshen up... you could probably use it.
Great for freshening up en route or after a day of sightseeing, backpacking or hiking. Bio-degradable, heavy duty wipes provide antibacterial, rinse-free ba...
Our favorite hiking boot... by far.
The Renegade’s award-winning fit, comfort and versatility have set the standard for multifunction boots for 25 years. With its accommodating Derby-cut styling, D...
A Record of the Explorations and Ascents, Triumphs and Tragedies on the Northwest's Greatest Mountain
Originally published in 1971, The Challenge of Rainier is a classic in mountaineering reference...
More Heat, Less Waste.
Ignik Toe Warmers are Arctic Grade, designed to solve the biggest problems you face with cheaper air-activated warmers; providing reliable, consistent, and long-lasting heat ...
The Latest Evolution in Taste-free Hydration
The Big Zip EVO delivers a significantly higher flow rate than previous Platypus reservoirs and a host of new features, making it a great option for bac...
This Will Inspire You to Hike at Mt. Rainier
With old-growth evergreens, wildflower meadows, enchanting wildlife, raging rivers, and sparkling lakes set against a backdrop of ice flows, gaping cre...
Memoirs of a Mountain Guide... and our namesake!
Lou Whittaker has been one of America's most respected climbers for more than four decades. He began his illustrious mountaineering career as a tee...
Knot Knowledge is Extremely Important
Essential Knots is a practical, colorful, and easy-to-use guide to knots: how to tie them, when to use them, and why a specific knot is the perfect choice to m...
You'll Want to Wear this All-The-Time
Lightweight yet super cozy, the KÜHL PRISM™ Women's Hoody is that go-to fleece you've been searching for. Experience breathable warmth and superior comfort wit...
Delivering Superior Performance, Comfort, and Style
Designed with the outlaw spirit that forged the American West, the RENEGADE™ was built for a life of action. Soft yet extremely durable, our excl...
Hats for PNW Lovers
A stylish choice for your next adventure. Made from 100% recycled bluesign‚® certified main body and mesh fabric with a PFA-free water repellent finish, StretchBack Sizingž en...
Must-have companion for overnight adventures
The must-have companion for overnight adventures, the Hiker contains carefully-selected first aid supplies to treat common on-the-trail injuries and ill...
“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”—Conrad Anker
For nearly 60 years it’s been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering–and now it’s even better than ever
The best-selling in...
Freshen up... you could use it.
Great for freshening up en route or after a day of sightseeing, backpacking or hiking. Bio-degradable, heavy duty wipes provide antibacterial, rinse-free bathing. B...
Don't Head to the Glacier Without It
Crevasse rescue is one of the most technically complex skills a mountaineer will ever need to learn; it is also one of the most essential. While climbers can ...
Comprehensive Mountaineering Medical Knowledge
Compiled by highly recognized medical professionals in the emergency response and trauma field, the latest edition of Medicine for Mountaineering fea...
"There's no other trip, trail or peak that any backpacker should rank higher on his life list than the Wonderland Trail." - Backpacker magazine
Washington State's famed Wonderland Trail is a spect...
Custom hats for PNW Kids
Kids can take their favorite critters everywhere they go with the Kids Trucker on board. Southern Oregon artist Acacia Lacy’s design provides whimsical inspiration for all ...
Cold, wet fingers are the last thing anyone wants to waste time worrying about when there's fresh powder on the mountain or the front yard. Pull your hand inside the insulated, waterproof Randonne...
Discover the Majesty of Washington's Fire Lookouts
This new guide to hiking the fire lookouts of Washington’s Cascades and Olympics is the quintessential Northwest guide and will appeal to a wide r...
Get to Know the Flowers and Trees of Mt. Rainier
This field guide for Mount Rainier National Park is easy to stash in the car or slip into your pack. No matter the weather or terrain, Mac's Field G...
There Have Been Many "firsts" in Jim Whittaker's Life
He was the first North American to summit Mount Everest. As the first manager and employee, and ultimately the CEO, of fledgling Recreational ...
Always Keep this in Your Pack
Backpackers, climbers, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts will want this in their packs; drivers in rugged terrain or foul weather will keep it in their glove compa...
Waterproofs and Maintains Support, Texture, and Breathability Footwear
Breathable waterproof footwear is most likely to get sweaty and wet inside when used in damp or wet conditions. If the outer ...
The Gold Standard for Hiking Boots
The Renegade’s award-winning fit, comfort and versatility have set the standard for multifunction boots for 25 years. With its accommodating Derby-cut styling, Du...
Over 100 Classic Climbs
Classic Cascade Climbs features more than 100 climbing routes across 70-plus peaks--from renowned alpine routes to challenging trad climbs, as well as a handful of sport, i...
A Women's Perspective on being a Climbing Guide on Mt. Rainier
A women's perspective on the macho world of climbing rangers* Rescues, egos, and breakfast burritos on Mt. Rainier Being a climbing ra...
From the Summit to the Board Room
We liked our Alpha Ascender hoody so much, we decided to hack the sleeves off and turn it into one of those technical vests everybody’s wearing these days. But th...
"I found it to be the insulating layer I grabbed most often for moderate-output activity with temperatures near freezing."
- Gear Junkie's Best Synthetic-Insulated Jackets of 2020
Our favorite ski ...
Keep Gear Dry
The Typhoon 25 pack is a waterproof, lightweight, multifunctional backpack. It is the ideal companion for hiking, shorter bike trips or everyday carry.
The roll-top closure not only p...
From the Summit to the Board Room
We liked our Alpha Ascender hoody so much, we decided to hack the sleeves off and turn it into one of those technical vests everybody’s wearing these days. But th...
Sleeping Luxury
Mega in size, comfort, and warmth: this is as comfortable as it can get at basecamp, in a camper van or where light weight is not the main priority. MegaMat pioneers a new generatio...
The perfect glove for putting on your tire chains.
These Manzella Max 10 Glove Liners are made of a Polyester/Lycra seamless knit for a snug fit. As well the electrostatic moisture movement kee...
Fleece Is Not Dead
It still has a place in our kit. The Fissure is built for active, technical, and aerobic use with a generous hood stretchy enough to fit over a helmet, extra length in the sleeve...
Everything You Love About The Nuker Jacket Now In Pants.
The waterproof breathable performance of NeoShell® protects from the elements, is quiet, and packs down well. The 7/8 side zips make transi...
Toasty Warm
Midweight insulating piece that keeps you toasty, packs down tight, and honestly looks fabulous! DWR treated to repel moisture, providing lightweight warmth even in foul conditions. St...
The perfect glove for putting on your tire chains.
These Manzella Max 10 Glove Liners are made of a Polyester/Lycra seamless knit for a snug fit. As well the electrostatic moisture movement keeps h...
Medium weight gloves for the kiddos
Manzella® Drift Gloves offer high-speed comfort for ski slopes and other snowbound terrain. 100% waterproof. 100% windproof. With enough grip to keep a handle on...
Bight Gear...built by the RMI Expedition Guides.
Fly the colors of this small unique brand with this buttery soft T-shirt. Bight Gear logo on the front and RMI Expeditions on the sleeve.
Upgrade your Outdoor Experience
These versatile insoles were designed for adventure. Designed to upgrade the support and comfort of active footwear, from hiking boots to skis. Beneficial to help re...
Make your snow-filled excursions all the more enjoyable with Atlas Helium Trail snowshoes. Flexible composite frames couple with tempered steel traction rails for rugged yet lightweight performance...
Durable and Comfortable Hat with Adjustable Strap
Sometimes you just want to feel the breeze. The Strapvisor has been a KAVU staple since 1995. Still with the same great design, still tough as na...
Lightweight Pad
Light, durable and versatile closed-cell foam mat in a rapidly-deployable folding form. FlexMat can be used alone for alpinism and ultralight backpacking, or under an inflatable mat...
Bight Gear...built by the RMI Expedition Guides.
Fly the colors of this small unique brand with this buttery soft T-shirt. Bight Gear logo on the front and RMI Expeditions on the sleeve.
The Solstice Graphene is guide grit plus lab smarts.
This is the best baselayer we've ever made. Period. Years of development and iteration led us to a new synthetic fabric that feels like cotton,...
The Solstice Graphene is guide grit plus lab smarts.
NEED TO KNOW:
Function: The newest, best iteration of Bight Gear's classic baselayer. Graphene fabric takes this piece to new heights with ...
Back and Better Than Ever
This is the best baselayer we've ever made. Period. Years of development and iteration led us to a new synthetic fabric that feels like cotton, but wicks like synthetic. ...
