Review
…another quality mountaineering book from the sport’s preeminent publisher, Mountaineers Books…entertaining reading. — Wyoming Tribune-EagleEveryone from the hardened extremist to the aspiring tiger to the weekend punter will learn from this book — Climbing magazineTwight has been one of America’s boldest alpine climbers for a couple of decades, and his book is a primer for serious mountaineers.(The Times-News (Twin Falls, ID)) — (The Times-News (Twin Falls, ID))
Big, high routes at the edge of a climber’s ability are not the places for inventing technique or relying on old habits. Complacency can lead to fatal errors. So where does the hard-core aspirant or dreamer turn? The only master class in print, Extreme Alpinism delivers an expert dose of reality and practical techniques for advanced climbers. Focusing on how top alpine climbers approach the world’s most difficult routes, Twight centers his instruction on the ethos of climbing the hardest r (click here for further information)
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The definitive guide
Claims not to be a how-to book, but it’s the best guide I’ve read for alpinists wanting to take the next step beyond the fundamentals to practices that take people 10 years or…
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For experienced alpinists
Excellent book for the experienced alpinist! After reading this, I begin to rethink some of my approaches to mountaineering.. tweaking my load, my rack, and food.
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Highly thought provoking and inspiring read for the experienced alpinist
Learn from the best on how to climb hard, fast and high. Personal anecdotes and ideas to help you get to the top and make the most of your time in the alpine.
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Mark has passed on the key mentality in this Book1
This book is a work of art..a running narrative about physique, mental preparation, simple gear choices, food energy strategy and mistakes not to make.
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The power of the mind
I am not a climber, so I am certainly not qualified to talk about big portions of this book. I bought this books because it came highly recommended by a couple friend’s of mine in…
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Extreme Alpinism: climbing light, fast, & high
This book was a gift. The person was thrilled & said so far it is excellent! She is VERY HAPPY!!!! She likes this author.
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Absolutely best book on alpinism!!
Once you get a bit of experience and get bitten by the alpinism bug, this is a must have!! Highly inspirational and a little (?
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The Will of the Fearless
Mark Twight and James Martin have assembled an excellent reference and an enjoyable read supported by wonderful photos.
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Mark is the man
Mark lives his life the way real men should be living – high ideals and hard toward himself.
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The best and pure alpinism
Realy the core of alpinism. No bla,bla bussiness. Expirienced in person and transfered into the readers bloodstreem.