i use shoeler pants w/ shorts as backups for hot approaches. a hat. 1 t-shirt or tank top.1 pair of long johns top and bottom. 1 change of socks for trips more than 3 days. a light wind jacket unless im climbing ice or snow then i bring my marmot alpinist jacket, its pretty light gore tex XCR- keeps the rain from pounding on your head. for around camp when its really raining a tarp or if you want to go really tech, silicone impregnated nylon tarp with a bivy sack, or sub bivi sack for BD mega mid or mega light it makes for a more social event. have fun this year, light is right