Richardson Alun Richardson Rucksack Guide - Ski Mountaineering and Snowshoeing

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Rucksack Guide - Ski Mountaineering and Snowshoeing is youressential handbook for when on the mountain. It offers concise guidanceand support for whatever situations you might find yourself in,including:technical skills: tips and reminders on the key techniques equipment: choosing the right skis and looking after themfinding the best snow: testing for weak spots and crossing crevassessafety: essential procedures to ensure the safety of yourself, your party and others on the mountainemergencies: guidance on what to do in extreme situations.The book is colour-coded for easy reference and all information ispresented in lists and tables, making it simple to understand intesting conditions.The Rucksack Guide series is adapted from Mountaineering: The essential skills for mountain walkers and climbers, the definitive handbook for hill walkers, climbers and mountaineers.