Boots - Go for leather climbing boots with a thick but flexible rubber sole. There should be no exposed stitching, as raised threads can be cut by abrasive rocks. The uppers should be padded -also the tongue - and high enough to cover the anklebone. Laces should fasten through cleats or D-rings, not eyelets through which water can penetrate. Socks - Wear thick woolen ones; and if you have climbing breeches the socks should be long enough to reach to just below the knee. Trousers - Loose-fitting trousers give ease of movement and in summer cavalry twill will be warm enough. But climbing breeches are the best all-weather choice, and are designed to avoid restriction when taking a high step. Top garments - For rock climbing in summer on low-lying crags or cliffs, a T-shirt, light jersey or denim shirt can be worn. Mountaineering, however, calls for good protection against cold, wind and rain. A neoprene-proofed anorak with welded seams is the answer - make sure it has a hood with drawstrings and good size pockets for maps and a compass. Neoprene-proofed over trousers will prevent rain streaming off the anorak from soaking the breeches. Wear lightweight thermal gloves for mountain climbing. Headgear - Wear a safety helmet at all times, as a protection against falls and falling rocks.