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Mountaineering Clothing vs hiking clothing

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PostedFeb 27, 2009 at 2:39 pm

I'm not a mountaineer, just a hiker. But I'm trying to get a better understanding for clothing for us and mountaineers.

From what i've read, the best set up for hiking in cold weather is pretty much
1)Capilene (what best for cold 2,3,or 4?)
2)Patagonia R1 Hoody
3)Houdini Wind Jacket
4)Integral Designs event thru-hiker Jacket

For mountaineering would it be best to add over your r1 hoody a patagonia down sweater or a patagonia R2

Also, when mountaineering do they use heavier, tougher jackets?

Another thing I see on many hikers cold weather clothing list is a vest, such as a patagonia micro puff vest. Is this to be worn over the R1 hoody, and do you wear it when hiking?

Sorry for all the questions.
I'm just trying to get a better understanding as to what all this clothing is for.

Thanks

PostedFeb 27, 2009 at 9:14 pm

Though saying this sounds trite, much depends on what you mean by 'mountaineering'… there are walk-up 14rs that can be done in the summer in shorts and a t-shirt, and then there are 8000 meter peaks. Some people call both mountaineering.
You talk about "cold-weather", which for some people is 20 degrees, and other is -20. Again, there is too much variation to be overly specific.
That said, if you are above treeline in sustained cold, you will need different systems than an AT hiker… and technical climbing might call for tougher jackets for abrasion resistance against rock, ice and gear, a helmet-compatible hood, pockets for easy-access to gloves, hat, and snacks, and have long enough arms to allow for climbing. A backpacking jacket can be much simpler.
Of course, Steve House climbed Nanga Parbat in a Houdini… check out Patagonia's website for his clothing video, so much depends on the user.

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