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Jim Perrin, Climber, April 2004
Captures... the breathless fun that was climbing in its age of innocence.
Dave Moore, The Scottish Mountaineer, December 2004
Arguably the best introduction to rock climbing ever written - for people of all ages.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
"Let's Go Climbing!" was written by Colin Kirkus as an instructional book, and it's completely different from any other climbing book I've ever read. Originally written for "younger people" (the word teenager probably wasn't invented in Kirkus' era!) his enthusiasm is enough to make anyone pick up their climbing boots. For example,
"There are other bits of climbing technique you can practice at home. With a door wide open you will be able to back-up the opening. It will be unfortunate, though, if someone slams the door when you are half-way up."
And on bivvying out:
"Isn't it boring sleeping every night in a bed? Don't you sometimes long for a change? Wouldn't you like to lie and see the stars above you, or sleep like a polar bear in the snow? Possibly not - you think it sounds too cold. But it need not be; with correct equipment you can keep warm under the most severe conditions."
In the latter part of the book, Kirkus talks about his own exploits in the Alps and in the Himalayas in his same infectious style. Quite simply when I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down.
It should be pointed out that this is a direct reprint of the original 1940s book. The rope and belay techniques are therefore very out-of-date. The publisher does says quite clearly that it is not a modern guidebook; i.e. a modern book (or a course of instruction) is definitely needed for anyone learning climbing.
So, if all you are interested in is modern rope technique, don't buy this book.
However, if you want to be entertained, or be inspired to wipe the dust off your rock boots and get out to the hills again, then buy this book. It's an excellent antidote to a dry, boring, modern climbing techniques book!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Let's Go Climbing by Colin Kirkus is another classic recently republished. It is a must for climbers old and young- if you are an "oldie" you will certainly enjoy ( and remember?) the tales of climbing with nailed boots and no runners( and Kirkus' details of how he " nailed his own" boots)
If a youngster there is much to learn from Kirkus' instructions on basic climbing moves including abseiling off trees and mantleshelfing on real life routes.
If a youngster there is much to learn from Kirkus' instructions on basic climbing moves including abseiling off trees and mantleshelfing on real life routes.
Some of the book is relevant and useful today - other parts are dated but are interesting as an insight into the world of climbing in the 1940s. (of particular "amusement" is Kirkus' description of a lecture he gave, somewhat nervously ,to a girls school and his views on female climbers in the chapter on "Leading"- How times have changed and I wonder what CK would make of the modern climber equipped with friends, walnuts , rock boots et all )
The style of the book is a simple one. Originally intended for younger audiences it is written in a clear concise instructional and straightforward manner and is very readable. Kirkus' warmth, humour and love of the mountains comes across clearly on every page - it's a wonderful book, a delightful change from all the long, dry, descriptive "adventure" books of that era. You will be captivated and enthralled - guaranteed.......and greatly amused!
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