A Hillwalkers' guide to the landscape & wildlife Compiled by some of the country’s leading experts, this book offers a detailed introduction to the natural & man-made environment of Scotland’s mountains. Nine in-depth chapters combine the latest research & knowledge & present it in an easy to understand style
- the result is an accessible & comprehensive overview of the upland environment ever written for outdoor enthusiasts. More than 300 photographs & diagrams illustrate chapters on climate, shaping the mountain landscape, mountain birds, mammals, reptiles & amphibians & the future of our mountains
- a great value title published by the SMC with support from the Scottish Natural Heritage.

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A book for every climber keen to improve their climbing. The book

Includes:: a progressive series of exercises

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The 2010 Indenpendent Hostel Guide is the updated edition which provides details for the independent bunkhouses & hostels in the UK. Independent hostels offer accomodation for groups or individuals undertaking anything from climbing in the Scottish Highlands to sightseeing in London. There is a page feature on each hostel giving contact details, directions, public transport options & descriptions of the accommodation & the attractions of the area. ...

In 1954, an Italian expedition climbed K2, the world's second highest mountain & arguably the most difficult of all the 8000m peaks. It was a cause for celebration in a war-torn country still trying to establish itself in the post-war world. But it was an ascent which was also to lead to recriminations, accusations of deceit, slanders, libels & court cases. The bitter aftermath contributed to the ending of the career of Walter Bonatti, the pre-eminent climber of the era, a man whose climb on K2, & subsequent night-out at 8000m had ensured victory. Now, after maintaining his silence for 50 years, Lino Lacedelli, one of the two-man summit team, finally tells his story of what happened on the summit climb. His account vindicates much, though not all, of what Bonatti has claimed about the positioning of Camp IX & that final climb. The book refutes much of what was written in the official account of both the expedition & the historic summit climb, adding fascinating detail to both the expedition & the Italy of the 1950s. It is one of the most important books on the history of climbing on the world's highest peaks to have been published in recent times. Lacedelli's account is illustrated with photographs from his personal archive, some of which have never before been published. ...

Kalymnos Greece
- Rock Climbing Guide, holds over 500 sport climbing routes on 42 different sectors in this country. Full descriptions,
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Kayak Surfing is a great guide to the art of surfing in the sea. Written by an expert sea kayaker, this guide is aimed at both complete novices & experts alike. Included are basic principles, surfing etiquette, advanced techniques & the psychology & philosophy of ocean wave-riding. ...

King Lines is the ground-breaking Emmy Award winning new climbing movie from Sender Films & Big Up Productions. This new film follows Chris Sharma over the course of a year & a half & captures him in action on some breathtaking & cutting edge ascents all over the world. Chris Sharma is one of the strongest & most recognised climbers in the world & for the past decade has dominated his sport, & at 25 years old the Californian is just getting into his stride ...