Review It's an erudite tome that's referenced by many climbers, in all reverence and seriousness, as the 'bible'. -- Albuquerque Journal The bible for anyone who spends any time in the mountains. I recommend reading it cover to cover. -- Hooked on the Outdoors The fully updated seventh edition maintains the same high standard for complete, authoritative instruction in an easy-to-use format. -- Health and Fitness Sports Magazine [T]he book to read if you plan to venture out to the high places people go because they're there. -- Los Angeles Daily News Product Description The latest edition of the classic guide to mountaineering describes fundamental climbing skills; discusses rock, snow, and ice climbing techniques; recommends clothing and equipment; gives advice on safety and first aid; and includes a new section on waterfall ice and mixed climbing. From Publishers Weekly This hefty tome, first published in 1960, was the book that started The Mountaineers Books. Known as "the climber's bible," it covers virtually all aspects of climbing, from choosing equipment and tying knots to basic rappelling techniques and expedition planning. There are sections on rock climbing, alpine climbing, emergency prevention and response and snow cycles, along with appendices on wind chill temperatures and suggestions for further reading. This seventh edition, written by a team of more than 40 expert climbers, reflects changes in equipment and technique, with new chapters on waterfall ice climbing and mixed climbing, physical conditioning, and land stewardship issues. It's also enhanced with 415 new illustrations depicting the "chimney technique" and the "twin-rope technique," among other maneuvers, and a new "ten essentials" list. Although the prose is workmanlike at best ("understanding fall factor and how it determines impact forces is fundamental to safe leading"), this work remains a must-have for climbing enthusiasts. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc. About the Author THE MOUNTAINEERS CLUB, based in Seattle, Washington, was founded in 1906. It is now the third largest outdoor recreation club of its kind in the United States, with nearly 15,000 members. The Mountaineers sponsors both classes and year-round outdoor activities, which include hiking, climbing, ski touring, snowshoeing, kayaking, canoeing, and more.
Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills
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Author: The Mountaineers
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780898868272
Details:
Author: The Mountaineers
Brand: Brand: Mountaineers Books
Color: Hardbound
Edition: 7
Binding: Hardcover
Number Of Pages: 575
Release Date: 01-12-2003
Part Number: 490409
Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.6 x 1.7 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9780898868272
