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Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: Are there reasons for not putting the mileage on trail signs or is it just a matter of style? In Europe, especially in the mountains, trail signs usually have time instead of distance, even though the distance is probably accurately known. The mileage isn't really the most important thing as altitude change and terrain are much more important; 3 miles on a good track along a valley floor migh... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Should one attempt to rescue a stranger from a crevasse or wait for mountain rescue? The most important point in any emergency is to avoid making the situation worse. The situation you describe is dynamic and may have several outcomes. Its not really possible to make a decision without seeing the details of the situation. If you attempt to help and mess up there may be more casualtie... (more)	—	about 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: What do mountaineers eat and drink on the day of an Everest summit? Lemon juice and tinned fruit From Tenzing's autobiography Man of Everest We started pitching the highest camp that has ever been made. And it took us almost until it was dark. First we chopped away at the ice to try and make our sleeping-place a little more level. Then we struggled with ... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What good factual books have you read on an outdoors topic? The bible for UK mountaineering is Mountaincraft and Leadership by Eric Langmuir (often simply referred to as 'Langmuir'). This is an amazing book. It is published by the UK Mountain Leader Training Board and used to form the basis of training for official Mountain Leader qualification. If you only r... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Trousers and jacket for winter walk up to 1085m (Snowdon) The essential items are a jacket and boots. You need a decent waterproof and windproof jacket with a good hood. The jacket must be properly waterproof (eg GoreTex or similar) and not just water resistant. You should also have a decent pair of waterproof boots. If you're taking one of the popular rout... (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: What’s the difference between a B and a T ice axe? A very important difference is that you should only belay from a 'T' rated axe. (more)	—	over 11 years ago
Answer	—	A: Should I always take a hard hat if I go scrambling? It isn't necessary to always take a helmet. The main protection helmets provide is from things falling on you from above (protection from you falling and hitting your head is secondary). When you go scrambling, before you start, make an assessment of how likely you are to encounter falling objects; ... (more)	—	over 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: Is it possible to rappel with only a rope? (No harness, Prusik cord, or other gear) This is called "Natural Abseiling". The method mentioned by Timothy is called "Classic Abseiling". There is another method sometimes called the South African method where the two ends of the rope a separated and cross over your chest or back. This offers more control, higher friction against the body... (more)	—	over 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: Do I need any technical skills to climb Kilimanjaro? It depends on which route you take. The most common routes are all classed as trek which means you are basically walking. There are some less popular routes that encompass some climbing/scrambling such as the western breach route. Equipment wise the main thing you will be dealing with is the cold. L... (more)	—	over 12 years ago
Answer	—	A: How do I tie a double fisherman's knot? The best answer to this might be - don't. A double fishermans is very strong and secure, but it has serious downsides. The main being that the knot can become impossible to undo if the rope gets wet and strongly loaded, but also the knot can get caught over an edge. At a course a few years ago (run... (more)	—	over 12 years ago