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The Mountaineering Handbook

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This book will teach you the skills that will take you to the top using detailed descriptions of the newest and most effective mountaineering tactics.

  • Author: Craig Connally
  • Softcover; 376 pages; detailed climbing diagrams
  • Ragged Mountain Press/McGraw Hill Publishing; copyright 2005
  • Increase your skills and build your confidence on alpine rock, snow and ice
  • Learn to move light and fast on third-, fourth- and fifth-class terrain
  • Glean the practical skills of the world's leading alpinists

Made in USA.

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Jul

20

2009

 
4.0

Very informative book!!!

By chrisclimbs

from Colorado

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

  • Cutting edge
  • Good information
  • Smart tips

Cons

  • Difficult to read

Best Uses

  • Alpinism
  • Camping
  • Hiking

Comments about The Mountaineering Handbook:

This book has completely transformed the way I approach mountaineering and backpacking. It has information that is useful for backpacking, hiking, camping, climbing, and general mountaineering in alpine environments. Its not quite as complete a book as the classic Freedom of the Hills but it takes over where that book left off. This provides modern and cutting edge techniques and tips that are simply left out of the classic mountaineering text.

First off, Connally goes into great detail on the best conditioning and nutrition strategies based on the most up to date science that is available. After reading his sections on conditioning and nutrition I find that I'm a much better athlete and perform better than I ever have. I was following bad advice given by old school mountaineering texts and groups. Not any more.

My one gripe about the book is it seems like its not quite organized as well as some others. It can jump around a bit on topics and can be difficult to follow at times. Overall though, I think every mountaineer shoud own this book just for the modern techniques provided that are simply left out of most mountaineering texts. This book combined with Freedom of the Hills would make a great base for mountaineering enthusiasts. Neither of them are complete books but they compliment each other to where all bases are covered. You will have a thorough understanding of all mountaineering techniques and concepts as well as the most up to date mountaineering strategies and practices. Great book. It will make you re-think the way you do things guaranteed. I now carry about 2/3 the weight I used to carry and am usually lighter than anybody I see in the mountains.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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May

9

2009

 
4.0

Comprehensive guide full of refinements

By Piolet

from Southwest USA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

  • Clear advice in context
  • Fun read
  • Supporting rationale

Cons

  • Un-numbered Figures

Best Uses

  • Alpinism
  • Challenges dogma
  • Light and fast climbs

Comments about The Mountaineering Handbook:

Frequently reminds me of nuggets of wisdom I forgot or didn't absorb from my own experiences. Mine is highlighted and notated and I review it before important outings. I have been able to apply to backpacking, canyoneering, mountaineering, and ice climbing outings. Covers the range of trip activities that basic manuals skip over, including critical banalities like boot fitting specifics, practical on the go hydration and nutrition, and real world navigation that can make or break a trip. The only thing I found questionable was the use of a Yosemite-finish bowline. That knot can be mis-tied into a form that isn't secure. Better to finish a bowline with a barrel knot inside the loop.

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