Rock Climbing In Scotland

Author : Dan Bailey
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN 13 : 1849654344
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scotland's Mountain Ridges written by Dan Bailey and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2011-07-21 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guidebook to the rich mix of summer scrambling, rock climbing and winter mountaineering on Scotland's ridges, from the remote Cairngorms to the splendour of the Cuillin. Graceful carved walkways slung between summits, twisted spines of stone - ridges can be the most beautiful of mountain landforms. With elegant lines and giddy exposure, ridge climbs emit a powerful siren call, drawing us out onto the rocks. Life on the edge has a special quality, born of the contrast of empty space all around, and intricate detail in close-up. The crests are strangely irresistible. Scotland's ridges are among the finest mountaineering lines in the country, every one a unique adventure. The variety of these routes reflects the breadth of the mountain experience: a rich mix of summer scrambles, technical rock and challenging winter climbs. This book covers both the popular classics and some obscure gems, aiming to celebrate these thrilling climbs as much as to document them. Along the way it explores landscapes of magnificent diversity, ranging from the remote desolation of the Cairngorms to the seaside splendour of the Cuillin, the great trench of Glencoe to the surreal exhibitionism of the far north. The chosen selection spans the grade range, with routes to suit all levels of ability. Whether an earthbound hillwalker or an accomplished climber, Scotland's ridges cannot fail to stir your imagination.

Author : Gary Latter
Publisher : Pesda Press
ISBN 13 : 190609506X
Total Pages : 481 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scottish Rock written by Gary Latter and published by Pesda Press. This book was released on 2008-03 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best mountain, crag, sea cliff and sport climbing in Scotland. From the Foreword by Hamish MacInnes . "If you have an ambition to do all the climbs in these two Scottish Rock guides I think you'd better schedule time off in your next life. This labour of Gary's has been of gargantuan proportions. Those of you who use the guides will benefit by his dedication and the sheer choice offered; if you divide the retail price of these by the number of good routes you'll realise this is a bargain. Volume 1 covers a proliferation of Scottish crags up to the natural demarcation of the Great Glen. They are easier to access than most in Volume 2 and present infinite variety. I have been a long-time advocate of selected climbs and the use of photographs to illustrate both climbs and action. I'm glad that this principle has been used throughout these two volumes. It gives you a push to get up and do things. The list seems endless and if you succeed in doing half of them you'll be a much better climber and know a lot more about Scotland - have a good decade!"

Author : Kevin Howett
Publisher : White Lion Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780711224094
Total Pages : 506 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Rock Climbing in Scotland written by Kevin Howett and published by White Lion Publishing. This book was released on 2004-04 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive guide to rock climbing in Scotland.

Author : Guy Robertson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781907233371
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Great Sea Cliffs of Scotland written by Guy Robertson and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Great Sea Cliffs of Scotland is an anthology of outrageous climbing adventures from twenty-six of the most extraordinary sea cliffs across Scotland. From the farthest flung sandstone sea stacks of the northern isles, to the granite playground of the Aberdeenshire coast, via the intricate archipelago of the Hebrides, all the major sea cliffs on the Scottish mainland and surrounding islands are covered in five distinct sections. Each area is described in rich detail and accompanied by personal accounts that offer an intimate perspective of the distinctive nature of this unique environment, and the generous rewards for those willing to accept the challenge of these seemingly improbable lines. With contributions from some of the most renowned pioneers and activists in the field of climbing, this compilation traces the remarkable history of Scottish sea cliff climbing and offers a glimpse of its future. Original poetry by Stuart Campbell complements each introductory section, and exclusive images from some of the UK's most distinguished photographers reveal the cliffs in high resolution with unique clarity and vibrance, capturing the drama and scale of these magnificent seascapes. Full list of contributors: Ross Jones, Tim Rankin, Guy Robertson, Andy Inglis, Lou Reynolds, Dave MacLeod, Wilson Moir, Grant Farquhar, Simon Nadin, Murdoch Jamieson, Rob Christie, Blair Fyffe, Steve McClure, Rick Campbell, Kevin Howett, Karin Magog, Alice Irmak Thompson, Pete Herd, Ian Taylor, Tess Fryer, Mick Fowler, Simon Richardson and Jason Currie. Original poetry by Stuart Campbell. Foreword by Julian Lines, author of Boardman-Tasker winning Tears of the Dawn, and the UK's most prolific deep-water solo climber.

Author : Rab Anderson
Publisher : Scottish Mountaineering Club
ISBN 13 : 9781907233159
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scottish Sport Climbs written by Rab Anderson and published by Scottish Mountaineering Club. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A sport climbing guide for Scotland written by 18 of the leading Scottish sport climbers. It contains 1300 routes, from grades 3 to 9a spread across 100 crags from the Central Belt to Shetland and Arisaig to Aberdeen. Lavishly illustrated, it contains maps, diagrams and a colour-coded route grading system.

Author : Andy Nisbet
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780907521983
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Scottish Winter Climbs written by Andy Nisbet and published by . This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A superb, new edition, full-colour guide to the finest winter climbs in Scotland.The second edition of this indispensible guidebook to winter climbing has been fully updated and expanded to detail over 900 of the finest winter climbs in Scotland, with the emphasis on the popular lower and mid-grade classics. Colour action photographs, photo-diagrams and maps supplement accurate descriptions to make this an essential item for any winter mountaineer.

Author : John Watson
Publisher : Stone Country Press
ISBN 13 : 9780954877927
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bouldering in Scotland written by John Watson and published by Stone Country Press. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a follow-up to the popular rock climbing guidebook Stone Country which appeared in 2005 (ISBN 095487790X). It is a full-colour companion to all the best bouldering areas in Scotland, with hundreds of topos, maps, photographs and circuits for the travelling boulderer. It also documents the history of bouldering in Scotland and points to a limitless future for new bouldering from a vibrant community of climbers.Scotland is an exciting and vast geological arena for bouldering. This new guide covers recent development and classic bouldering in the main areas: Dumfries & Galloway, the Clyde Valley, the Trossachs & Arrochar, Lochaber & Glen Nevis, Torridon & Applecross, the East Coast, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Strathspey, the Far North West and the Islands. Each area is given access maps, diagrams and photo-topos to pinpoint the classic problems and testpieces. It is a guide for the dedicated boulderer as much as the travelling 'circuit' boulderer, and will appeal to all those who enjoyed the first edition. This new edition is full colour and has been radically updated and exhaustively researched.

Author : Neil Morrison
Publisher : Scottish Mountaineering Club
ISBN 13 : 9780907521747
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book North-East Outcrops written by Neil Morrison and published by Scottish Mountaineering Club. This book was released on 2003 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781898573111
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Classic Rock written by and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Classic Rock' is a celebration of Britain's best climbing. With its coverage of the easier climbs, it is accessible to everyone who has ever taken an interest in rock-climbing and an ideal primer for those about to commence the sport.

Author : Ken Wilson
Publisher : Trafalgar Square
ISBN 13 : 9780906371169
Total Pages : 279 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cold Climbs written by Ken Wilson and published by Trafalgar Square. This book was released on 1983 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Various snow and ice climbs in Britain are described in this book in a series of 60 essays. Each climb is described by a leading climber and the book offers a history of each climb. Ken Wilson has also written Hard Rock, Classic Rock and Black Cliff.