The ""Manual Of Ski Mountaineering"" by David Brower is a comprehensive guidebook that covers all aspects of ski mountaineering. This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to explore the mountains on skis. It includes detailed information on gear, safety, navigation, and technique, as well as tips and tricks for tackling different types of terrain.The book starts with an introduction to ski mountaineering, covering the history of the sport and its different disciplines. It then moves on to the basics of gear, including ...
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The ""Manual Of Ski Mountaineering"" by David Brower is a comprehensive guidebook that covers all aspects of ski mountaineering. This book is a must-have for anyone who wants to explore the mountains on skis. It includes detailed information on gear, safety, navigation, and technique, as well as tips and tricks for tackling different types of terrain.The book starts with an introduction to ski mountaineering, covering the history of the sport and its different disciplines. It then moves on to the basics of gear, including skis, boots, bindings, and skins. The author provides detailed information on how to choose the right equipment for your needs, as well as how to maintain and repair it.Safety is a crucial aspect of ski mountaineering, and the book covers this topic extensively. It includes chapters on avalanche awareness, rescue techniques, and first aid. The author also provides tips on how to stay safe while skiing in different types of terrain, such as steep slopes, glaciers, and couloirs.Navigation is another key skill for ski mountaineers, and the book includes a chapter on map reading and compass use. The author explains how to plan and execute a ski tour, including how to choose a route, estimate the time needed, and assess the risks.Finally, the book covers technique, including how to ski in different types of snow and terrain, as well as how to climb and descend steep slopes. The author provides tips on how to conserve energy and stay efficient, as well as how to deal with challenging conditions such as wind, ice, and rock.Overall, the ""Manual Of Ski Mountaineering"" is an essential guidebook for anyone who wants to explore the mountains on skis. It provides detailed information on gear, safety, navigation, and technique, as well as practical tips and tricks for tackling different types of terrain. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced ski mountaineer, this book is sure to become a valuable resource.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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