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Mountaineering: The Freedom Of the Hills - 7th Edition by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 205121
Editorial Product Review: :Long considered the bible of mountaineering by Mountaineers Books, the 7th edition of Freedom of the Hills has been updated with new chapters on mixed and waterfall ice climbing, as well as 415 new illustrations Features: The 7th edition also features new chapters on techniques for minimizing impact on land, access issues, and physical conditioning Comprehensive book covers everything from how to choose equipment, what to bring and techniques to use Includes a new glossary of climbing terms 10 black and white photos ...
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Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 109430
Editorial Product Review: :An Important book that might save a life. Covers reading glaciers, crevasse rescue, route finding, characteristics of glaciers, equipment, and more
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Thailand: A Climbing Guide by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 109430
Editorial Product Review: :Get the best route beta available for the place where the sunsets have more color than the curries. Thailand: A Climbing Guide from The Mountaineers Books has current information on local transportation, lodging, sightseeing, guide schools, and gear shops, as well as how to preserve your gear from the wear and tear of warm salt water breezes, and much more.Features: More than 350 sport routes, rated 1-5 stars for their appeal. Up-to-date post-tsunami information. Information on Thai history, culture, and geology, along with ...
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GPS Made Easy, 4th Ed - -
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»rank: 109430
Editorial Product Review: :GPS Made Easy: Using Global Positioning Systems in the Outdoors, 4th Editionby Letham LawrenceThe fourth edition of GPS Made Easy covers improvements in GPS accuracy as a result of WASS (Wide Area Augmentation System). Many new GPS receivers now accept corrective signals from this system of satellites and ground stations. WASS is referred to in every section of the book describing accuracy.The updated title has a new chapter explaining how to download maps and computer software to a GPS receiver, including examples readers ...
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Free Heel Skiing by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 324511
Editorial Product Review: :Comprehensive guide to the sport.
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Wilderness Basics: The Complete Handbook for Hikers and Backpackers by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 340698
Editorial Product Review: :Instructors for the Wilderness Basics Course of the San Diego Chapter of the Sierra Club have taught tens of thousands of people how to enjoy the wilderness, safely. Now they have updated their indispensable guide to backcountry adventure, from planning a trip and selecting gear to fitting a backpack and practicing first aid. Additional new material includes GPS use and sample menus utilizing the latest food products on the market.Features: Editor Kristi Anderson completed the Wilderness Basics Course (WBC) in 1996 and discovered ...
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Climbing: Expedition Planning by The Mountaineers Books
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»rank: 340698
Editorial Product Review: :Climbing: Expedition Planning is a guide for planning, organizing, and leading expeditions--whether your team is large or small, bound for Mount Everest or Mount Rainier.
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Mountain Bike Emergency Repair - -
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»rank: 340698
Editorial Product Review: :Mountain Bike Emergency Repairby Tim ToyoshimaThe seven-point post-crash inspection helps diagnose problems with wheels, tires, frames, brakes, and more. Also with invaluable instruction on temporary repairs gets you back home or back to the trailhead. Includes illustrations.
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