Snowshoeing: From Novice to Master (Outdoor Expert) (Paperback)

by Gene Prater (Author), Dave Felkey (Author), Dave Felkley (Author) "This new chapter will give you a historical connection of the old to the old to the new..." (more)
Key Phrases: toe cord, depth hoar formation, snowshoe racing, United States, New England, New Hampshire (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
Simply, if you have a question, Prater's book has the answer. -- Erie Times-News

This thorough guide-itself an updated edition of the classic-offers a range of advice. -- Los Angeles Times

Product Description
Completely revised, the fifth edition of Snowshoeing teaches you how to navigate through snow-clad woods, compete in raves, and climb to new summits with easily-learned techniques.

This classic how-to manual has all the latest information on snowshoeing equipment-from various types of snowshoes to bindings and clothing. Discover techniques for all types of terrain and snow conditions, plus information on conditioning, cross-training, and racing.

Snowshoeing also includes a chapter on the history of snowshoeing, information on navigation and route finding, camping, gauging snow conditions, and winter safety, with emphasis on the dangers of avalanches.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books; 5th edition (October 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898868912
• ISBN-13: 978-0898868913
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #750,505 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Absurd, December 21, 2006

By	Foley Hasslebraun "wierd oh" (Everett, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This is the worst Mountaineers book I own. The information inside is completely outdated and useless. It concentrates on gear for 3/4 of the book (outdated gear) and gives little useful information. If you are looking for a book on the history of snowshoes, look no further. If you are looking for useful information try elsewhere. I'm usually too lazy to review most books, but this was just that horrible.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Well written, November 30, 2006

By	Craig A. Shelley "Fanatic hiker" (Grand Junction, CO USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.

14 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Informational guide, December 11, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Snowshoeing (Paperback)

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.