ISBN: 9781846892622

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Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Mountaineering by The Mountaineers For nearly 60 years it's been revered as the "bible" of mountaineering-and now it's even better than ever. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprised of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include: New alignment with AAC's nationwide universal belay standard Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides Fresh approach to the Ten Essential now making the iconic list easier to recall Notes Ninth edition of the key textbook on good mountaineering practice, advising on gear selection, rope work, glacier travel, safety and more. Table of Contents Preface 9Part I Outdoor Fundamentals Chapter 1 First Steps 14 Chapter 2 Clothing and Equipment 17 Chapter 3 Camping, Food, and Water 46 Chapter 4 Physical Conditioning 79 Chapter 5 Navigation 90 Chapter 6 Wilderness Travel 128 Chapter 7 Leave No Trace 138 Chapter 8 Access and Stewardship 146 Part II Climbing Fundamentals Chapter 9 Basic Safety System 150 Chapter 10 Belaying 172 Chapter 11 Rappelling 202 Part III Rock Climbing Chapter 12 Alpine Rock Climbing 224 Chapter 13 Rock Protection 252 Chapter 14 Leading on Rock 267 Chapter 15 Aid and Big Wall Climbing 288 Part IV Snow, Ice, and Alpine Climbing Chapter 16 Snow Travel and Climbing 330 Chapter 17 Avalanche Safety 366 Chapter 18 Glacier Travel and Crevasse Rescue 390 Chapter 19 Alpine Ice Climbing 419Chapter 20 Waterfall Ice and Mixed Climbing 448 Chapter 21 Expedition Climbing 463 Part V Leadership, Safety, and Rescue Chapter 22 Leadership 480 Chapter 23 Safety 493 Chapter 24 First Aid 500 Chapter 25 Alpine Rescue 522 Part VI The Mountain Environment Chapter 26 Mountain Geology 540 Chapter 27 The Cycle of Snow 548 Chapter 28 Mountain Weather 558 Appendix: Rating Systems 569 Glossary 577 Resources 583 Index 591 Brand Names and Trademarks 603 Review The definitive guide to mountains and climbing. -- Conrad Anker The one book every new climber should read. Review Quote The one book every new climber should read. Description for Sales People The best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a century New edition--fully updated techniques and all-new illustrations Researched and written by a team of expert climbers Details ISBN1846892627 Author The Mountaineers Pages 603 Publisher Quiller Publishing Ltd Year 2018 Edition 9th ISBN-10 1846892627 ISBN-13 9781846892622 Format Paperback Imprint Quiller Publishing Ltd Subtitle The Freedom of the Hills Place of Publication Shrewsbury Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9781846890949 Media Book DEWEY 796.522 Short Title Mountaineering Language English Audience General/Trade Publication Date 2018-08-23 AU Release Date 2018-08-23 NZ Release Date 2018-08-23 UK Release Date 2018-08-23 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! 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2018, ISBN: 9781846892622

Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 langu… More...

Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprised of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include: * New alignment with AAC's nationwide universal belay standard * Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche * Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping * All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine * Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides * Fresh approach to the Ten Essential now making the iconic list easier to recall Books The Mountaineers|Paperback|Quiller Publishing Ltd|23/08/2018, Quiller Publishing Ltd<

2018, ISBN: 9781846892622

Quiller Publishing Ltd, Paperback, Auflage: 9th New edition, Publiziert: 2018-08-23T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Book, Verkaufsrang: 1363801, Mountain Climbing, Mountaineering, Sports & Outd… More...

Quiller Publishing Ltd, Paperback, Auflage: 9th New edition, Publiziert: 2018-08-23T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Book, Verkaufsrang: 1363801, Mountain Climbing, Mountaineering, Sports & Outdoors, Subjects, Books, Quiller Publishing Ltd, 2018<

ISBN: 9781846892622

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