Extreme Alpinism : Climbing Light, High, and

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 centres his instruction on the ethos of climbing the hardest routes with the least amount of gear and the most speed.

Foreword	p. 9
Preface	p. 13
Introduction	p. 15
Approach
Attitude and Character	p. 20
Training
Psychological Training	p. 32
Physical Training: A Foundation	p. 39
Training: Strength	p. 43
Training: Endurance	p. 48
Nutrition	p. 65
Equipment
Clothing	p. 82
Gear	p. 104
Protection	p. 121
Technique
Staying Alive	p. 138
Partners	p. 151
Going Up	p. 158
Bivouacs	p. 185
Going Down	p. 205
Apologia	p. 222
Thanks	p. 225
Appendices	p. 227
Index	p. 235
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