Gallery: All the Climbing Gear You Need for Your Next Ascent

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    When clawing your way up a cliff, you don't want a pound of protective gear weighing down your sweaty noggin. The Sirocco is less than 6 ounces, so you won't notice it at all—until you fall. [Petzl Sirocco helmet](http://www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/new-2013-products/climbing) | $130
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    Easy one-handed operation—never again will you get tied up wrestling your ancient locking carabiner into submission. Just pinch, clip, and go. [Black Diamond Magnetron Rocklock Carabiner](http://blackdiamondequipment.com/en/climbing-carabiners-quickdraws/rocklock-carabiner-BD210252_cfg.html?gclid=CLz7z8vJuLwCFW1nOgodxRQAAg) | $25
  • This harness's ultralight design doesn't skimp on utility. Side loops keep extra gear neatly stowed and the belt buckle...
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    This harness's ultra-light design doesn't skimp on utility. Side loops keep extra gear neatly stowed, and the belt buckle doubles back on itself for added safety. [Arc'teryx Men's S-220 LT](http://arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&gender=Mens&model=S-220-LT) | $100
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    A stiff and steeply cambered last makes strong, precise footwork seem easy. And the roomy toe box affords more comfort than you'll find in most other technical climbing shoes. [Evolv Nexxo](http://www.evolvsports.com/shop/climbing-shoes/nexxo-coming-april-2014/) | $145
  • Few things feel worse than running out of rope as you rappel off a climb. The Sensor has both visual and textural...
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    Few things feel worse than running out of rope as you rappel off a climb. The Sensor has both visual and textural markers to signal that the end of the rope is near. [Mammut 10.0 Sensor Rope](http://www.mammut.ch/en/productDetail/201001910_v_3258_70_100_2/10.0-Sensor.html) | $300 (for 60 meters)
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    Unlike most packs, the Worksack keeps your load behind the shoulders and above the hips, an adjustment that makes scrambling up mountains easier. [CiloGear 40B Worksack](http://www.cilogear.com/40bworksack.html) | $239
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