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1.[no image]Eiger Dreams: Ventures Among Men and Mountains
from Oak Knoll Pr

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I was impressed enough by INTO THIN AIR, his '97 account of the previous year's Everest climbing disaster, that picking up a used copy of EIGER DREAMS was a done deal. I didn't pay enough attention when buying it, however( at a local used bookstore) to learn that it was a compilation of... more info

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2.Touching the Void (Vintage Classics)Touching the Void (Vintage Classics)
from Vintage Books

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Joe Simpson's disastrous experiences climbing Siula Grande in 1985 make for one of the greatest true adventure stories of the twentieth century. After Joe's accident on the mountain, he and his climbing partner, Simon Yates, nearly achieved an unlikely descent. When Simon is unable to continue Joe's... more info

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3.Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert)Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert)
from Mountaineers Books
Price: $13.57

Customer Review:
Craig Luebben's book is possibly THE Best Single Book written for rock climbing. It should be THE textbook for all people interested in learning to climb as it begins with basic but critical hand and footholds, basic climbing gear, knots, belaying, and rappelling. Later chapters for intermediate or... more info

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4.How to Shit in the Woods: An Environmentally Sound Approach to a Lost ArtHow to Shit in the Woods: An Environmentally Sound Approach to a Lost Art
from Ten Speed Press
Price: $9.95

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I bought this book to give as a gag gift. It turned out to actually be about sh**ting in the woods, something I do a lot as a backpacker. So, I kept it.

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5.The Rock Warrior s Way: Mental Training for ClimbersThe Rock Warrior's Way: Mental Training for Climbers
from Desiderata Institute

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It's a great book once you get into it. I have found myself so busy with climbing this season already, I have little time to read it, however, what I have read has actually already begin to help my climbing, and it can be related to life off the rock as well, if you read into it.

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6.Backcountry Skiing: Skills for Ski Touring and Ski Mountaineering (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert Series)Backcountry Skiing: Skills for Ski Touring and Ski Mountaineering (Mountaineers Outdoor Expert Series)
from Mountaineers Books
Price: $13.57

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This new "Backcountry Skiing" guidebook is destined to become a classic in The Mountaineers Books collection ... one that will be considered an indispensible reference in the libraries of mountaineers, skiers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes. Authors Martin Volken, Scott Schell, and Margaret... more info

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7.Accidents in North American MountaineeringAccidents in North American Mountaineering
from Mountianeers Books
Price: $8.00

Customer Review:
This is the fifth report in this series I've read. It is the best resource for finding out what really hurts, cripples and kills people involved in mountaineering. You may read "On Rope", John Long, Craig Leubben, Craig Connelly, "Freedom of the Hills", etc., to find out what to do correctly, but... more info

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8.Staying Alive in Avalanche TerrainStaying Alive in Avalanche Terrain
from Mountaineers Books
Price: $12.89

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I really learned a lot of useful and practical avy knowledge after reading this book cover to cover. The book is well written and engages the reader. The author has extensive experience and demonstrates in the book a sense of humility that made me appreciate the importance of what he had to say.... more info

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9.The Outdoor Knots Book (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics)The Outdoor Knots Book (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics)
from Mountaineers Books
Price: $10.36

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As a former boy scout, I took to this book like a duck to water. I wanted to provide the knot knowledge to my kids and grand kids. This is a fantastic book and I'll put it to good use. It might even save your life some day. Be prepared.

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10.Wilderness Navigation: Finding Your Way Using Map, Compass, Altimeter, and GpsWilderness Navigation: Finding Your Way Using Map, Compass, Altimeter, & Gps
from Mountaineers Books

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OK BOOK WORTH THE MONEY. ISSUES ARE THE BINDING IS WEAK AND PAGES ARE STARTING TO FALL OUT IF I WANT TO TAKE IT OUT ON THE TRAIL FOR REFERENCE. ALSO, IMAGES RELATIVE TO INSTRUCTION ARE ON THE SMALL SIDE. IF YOU WANT A GOOD BOOK THAT GETS TO THE POINT THIS IS THE ONE. THE PRICE IS NOT A KILLER SO WHY... more info

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