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& 50 b/w photos & 5 x 8. Tips and techniques from competitive snowshoers and industry professionals.& Instructional photographs of gear and techniques & Practical information on care and repair of equipment The design and material of snowshoes have evolved significantly over time, but their use as a form of winter transportation and recreation has remained constant for the last five thousand years. Snowshoeing offers an easy-to-follow explanation of the history and principles of modern snowshoeing and the physics of walking on the snow. Special attention is given to the care and repair of equipment and the many ways, including conditioning and racing, to enjoy this increasingly popular winter activity. Steven Griffin is an award-winning outdoor writer and photographer and the author of nine books, including Stackpole's Ice Fishing. He lives in Midland, Michigan.
