Here’s our suggested kitlist for ‘easy’ classic alpine climbs such as the Bernese peak, the Monch
BASIC KIT
Lightweight mountaineering boots – La Sportiva Trango Extreme Evo
Semi-rigid crampons – Grivel G12
General mountaineering ice axe – Black Diamond Raven
Backpack – Deuter Guide 30+ SL
Softshell pants – Rab Vapour-Rise Guide Pants
Softshell jacket – The North Face Alpine Project Windstopper Jacket
Baselayer – Paramo Grid Tech Baselayer
Lightweight harness
Screwgate karabiner
Warm hat and sun hat
Sunglasses
Fleece gloves
Socks
Underpants
IN THE PACK
Lightweight waterproof jacket – Adidas Terrex Active Shell Jacket
Lightweight waterproof trousers – Berghaus Velum Pants
Gore-Tex gloves – Mammut Eiger Extreme
Insulated jacket – Rab Generator Jacket
Suncream
Water
Snacks
AT THE HUT
Sleeping bag liner
Washkit
Spare baselayer, socks, pants