Alpine climbing is similar to mountaineering, but it’s done in a faster and lighter manner. In addition to having a high level of fitness, the climber must pack the bare minimum of equipment to attempt a faster climb than the one usually planned in mountaineering.
I do it cause I can blog will use Alpine climbing to refer to any technical and/or strenuous mountain climbing trip done light and fast.
Typical Alpine Climbing Gear Includes (but not limited to):
- Most often, Alpine climbing is done during winter and cold seasons. Therefore, special warm clothing is required
- Harness
- Some technical equipment (this is a broad topic as terrain changes, and gear must be chosen based on the terrain)
- Helmet
- First aid kit
- Lighter, 3m length of 1.5mm cord, emergency blanket
- Light mountaineering tent
- Sleeping bag (depends on the temperature)
- Headlight
- Trekking poles
- Mountaineering ice axe
- Rope
- Maps
- Compass
Why Alpine climbing?
It is for the mountaineers who are looking for a challenge. It will push their limits as they face treacherous terrain and wild weather.
Rahul Vijayian 
Toufic Abou Nader 
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