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Product Description
1999 Banff Mountain Exposition Award Winner- The book that launched a renaissance in climbing technique and remains relevant today
- Techniques and mental skills needed to climb at a more challenging level
- Illustrated with full-color photos throughout
Focusing on how top alpine climbers approach the world's most difficult routes, Twight centers his instruction on the ethos of climbing the hardest routes with the least amount of gear and the most speed. Throughout, Twight makes it clear that the two things he refuses to compromise are safety and his climbing ethics. In addition to the extensive chapters on advanced techniques and skills, Twight also discusses mental preparedness and attitude; strength and cardiovascular training; good nutrition; and tips on equipment and clothing.
Features
- EXTREME ALPINISM
- EXTREME ALPINISM
- Mountaineers Books
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