Snowshoeing

By Gene Prater

Book Overview

Essential handbook updated with the latest developments in equipment and techniques for snowshoeing.-- Features the high-tech equipment changes that have revolutionized snowshoeing Learn to navigate through snow-clad woods, compete in races, and climb to new summits with easily learned techniques in Snowshoeing. This complete update of the late Gene Prater's classic how-to manual has all the latest information on snowshoeing equipment -- from various types of snowshoes to bindings to clothing. Expert snowshoer Dave Felkley offers techniques for all types of terrain and snow conditions, including flats, hills, mountains, powder, crust, and ice, plus instructions on conditioning and cross-training and information on snowshoe racing. Also included is information on navigation and route-finding; winter safety, with emphasis on the dangers of avalanches; camping; and gauging snow conditions.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0898861780
• ISBN13: 9780898861785
• Release Date: January 1988
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.3" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

godd review of snowshoeing

This was a good review of the history of snowshoeing, types of shoes, why you might want to pick one type over another. Gives you a feeling that you are living out the increasing popularity of the sport and technologic advancements in types of shoes and gear. Compares climate, snow conditions, terrain in various parts of the country. Good tips on preparedness for being outdoors in various conditions.

Well written

This well written book covers snowshoeing in depth (techniques, shoe and binding options, racing, history, and more) and related topics (winter camping, snow shelters, winter clothing, winter safety, winter route finding, and more). An experienced winter camper or snowshoer won't find too much that is new, but will no doubt get some fresh ideas from reading this book. For someone new to snowshoeing and winter camping, the book is recommended.

Great Informational guide

This book is a great book for people who are just starting out. Its chaulk full of information to help you get started. i jsut wish that i would have picked up this book earlier.