Snow and Ice Techniques

The standard of mixed climbing has risen, alpine ascents are much faster and
alpine Himalayan climbing has also fully utilised the new technology. Debates
rage fiercely on the new ethics of ice climbing which the technology has
raised, and climbers now focus on speed of ascent as their measure of
technical competence and superiority over their peers. Although some of us may
shake our heads in dismay or incomprehension at the cutting edge of the sport,
it is the nature of men to compete and strive for greater accomplishments.
This book covers:
The Ice Axe, Crampons, Using the Axe, Step Kicking and Cutting, Self Arrest
Techniques, Snow Anchors and Belaying