Ken Wilson's Classic Rock is one of the most popular and iconic works of climbing literature ever written. Along with Hard Rock and Extreme Rock, it has acquired legendary status. First published in 1978, Classic Rock represented the absolute best of British climbing at that time, quickly establishing itself as a must-have publication. It is a celebration of 80 of the best lower-grade routes in Great Britain, bringing them to life through a superb selection of photographs, anecdotes and essays from some of the most ...
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Ken Wilson's Classic Rock is one of the most popular and iconic works of climbing literature ever written. Along with Hard Rock and Extreme Rock, it has acquired legendary status. First published in 1978, Classic Rock represented the absolute best of British climbing at that time, quickly establishing itself as a must-have publication. It is a celebration of 80 of the best lower-grade routes in Great Britain, bringing them to life through a superb selection of photographs, anecdotes and essays from some of the most accomplished climbers of the day. 'Ticking' the book became an instant and obvious challenge, and remains so to this day (Wilson wasn't a fan, describing it as 'puerile ticking'). Any climber working his or her way through the book will be taken on a tour of the finest routes on the best cliffs and crags to be found throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Many of the routes in the book were established over a century ago. At that time the Victorian and Edwardian alpinists, flushed with successes abroad, sought harder challenges at home. With their well-honed confidence, they went straight for the biggest cliffs of Scotland. Anyone seeking to retrace their steps will immediately be transported to bold lines of weakness up otherwise daunting precipices! Before long these pioneers trailed their hemp ropes and balanced their hobnail boots up the sea cliffs of Cornwall and the gritstone edges of the Pennines, and the crags of the Lake District and North Wales. These climbers provided us with a great national treasure - a repository of adventure and spectacle that can provide a lifetime's enjoyment and challenge. An ascent of a great historic route will rarely disappoint. Such routes retain much of their original challenge, unsullied by the pitons and bolts often found on their continental equivalents. They take bold, logical lines up otherwise difficult cliffs - usually cleaned and stabilised by years of use. Classic Rock provides a mere sampling of these treasures. This latest edition has been transformed with over 300 new colour photos. These sit alongside archive images to create an inspirational dialogue between today's climbers and those of history. Fifty-five chapters, contributed by acclaimed climbers and writers such as Jim Perrin, Paul Nunn and Angela Soper, describe the finest classic rock climbs in Britain.
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New. With flaps. Contains: Illustrations, black & white, Halftones, black & white, Halftones, color, Maps. Over 200 colour and b&w photographs. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Fine. With flaps. Contains: Illustrations, black & white, Halftones, black & white, Halftones, color, Maps. Over 200 colour and b&w photographs. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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New. 2007. 2nd. Hardcover. Ken Wilson's Classic Rock represents the best of British climbing, and is a must-have publication for all British rock climbers. It is a celebration of over 80 of the best lower-grade routes in the land, bringing them to life through a superb selection of photographs, anecdotes and essays from some of the most accomplished climbers of the day. Editor(s): Wilson, Ken. Num Pages: 296 pages, over 200 colour and b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; WSZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 314 x 215 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1806. Great British Rock Climbs. 296 pages, over 200 colour and b&w photographs. Editor(s): Wilson, Ken. Presents a compilation of the best rock climbs in Great Britain. This book comprises 55 chapters by acclaimed climber/writers who describe over 80 of the finest classic rock climbs in Britain. It features the selection from the five main climbing areas: The Peak and Pennines; North Wales; South West England; The Lake District and Scotland. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1DBK; WSZG. Dimension: 314 x 215 x 25. Weight: 1832......We ship daily from our Bookshop.
