Search Results for ‘World’, ‘Sports - Outdoor’ - 14 matches found

Meetings with Mountains: Remarkable face-to-face encounters with the world's peaks

Stephen Venables, the acclaimed mountaineer and first Briton to scale Everest without oxygen, brings together climbers, walkers, historians and journalists to provide accounts of some of the most fantastic...

Mountains from Space: Peaks and Ranges of the Seven Continents

The mountains have always been very special regions - the scenes of myths and the seats of the gods, spaces to retreat to and strategic bulwarks, but also places of natural and cultural diversity and...

A Chance in a Million? Scottish Avalanches.

Fully updated edition of the classic handbook, covering all aspects of safety and procedure. The history of avalanches in the British Isles is covered in detail.

Ski Atlas of the World

That fine white wonder from the sky brings joy to people around the world , year in and year out, and if you like snow too then you’ll find the “Ski Atlas of the World” of real use and interest.
This...

Skiing and Boarding

Inspiring writing and stunning photograhs of the some of greatest skiing and boarding destinations in the world, making it perfect for those of an adventurous spirit.Very hard to read without booking...

Snowboarding The World

As with all of Footprint’s publications, “Snowboarding The World” is a superbly researched guide book that will cover everything you need to know.
Featuring over 100 of the world’s top resorts in 19...

The Beckoning Silence

Since the epic tale of his survival in the Andes, recounted in Touching the Void, Simpson has lived a life full of adventure but haunted by death. Insisting that he played a simple game on a dangerous...

The Walker's Companion

A compendium of walking-related facts, quotes, statistics and historical notes compiled from the Ramblers' Association archives, literature and rambling ramblers. Packed with useful & quirky facts...

Waterproof Belt Case 820

This transparent water and dust proof wallet is ideal for those working or relaxing around water, or dust for that matter. It can be used to store keys, cash, credit cards, mobiles, passports and other...

Waterproof BeltPac 825

This black case is ideal for carrying keys, cash, credit cards, mobiles, passports when in and around water. Its foam padded to protect your possessions from knocks and bangs, and is not transparent...

Waterproof Small Phone/GPS Case 110

This transparent case is great for protecting all but the biggest of phones and GPS devices from water and dust. The thin, malleable material means you can operate your handset as normal and sound is...

Cross-Country Skiing: A Complete Guide

This illustrated guide teaches you all you need to know to become an expert skier. From choosing the right skis, setting your pace, and going uphill to telemark turns, the fitness factor and avalanche...

Winter Adventure: A Complete Guide to Winter Sports

This unique guide covers over two dozen winter sports. From snowshoeing, snowboarding and winter camping to dog sledding, skijoring and animal tracking. Includes sections on staying warm, equipment...

Alpine Ski Touring and Ski Mountaineering Handbook

This pocketsize handbook covers everything from equipment and clothing, weather, accommodation and navigation to avalanches, glacier skiing, crevasse rescue and first aid. Includes sections on maps...