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Set on the beautiful glacier-covered slopes of Mount Rainier, Get on the Mountain provides step-by-step, classroom-paced, in-the-field instruction with a focus on essential mountaineering techniques. In addition, DVD is loaded with innovative bonus features, including a unique “Gear Grid,” that provides summaries and quick links to video segments that cover gear essentials.
The DVD is region-free encoded, suitable for viewing with a standard DVD player, Mac or PC-based systems and features approximately 103 minutes of footage.
The following instructional segments are included on the disc:
Self-Arrest: This section provides a thorough overview of how to stop yourself from sliding during a fall. Topics covered: Ice axe parts, self-arrest grip, the anchor position and how to fall.
Steps: Knowing how to step properly on a mountain improves stamina and minimizes risk of falls. Topics covered: The "crossover" step, the "duck walk", crampon ascent, the "rest step", loose snow descent and techniques for steep conditions.
Gear: Selecting the right gear is a daunting challenge for any climber. Get on the Mountain provides an objective and comprehensive overview of gear and clothing required to reach a summit. You'll also learn how to properly pack your pack for optimal balance and weight considerations.
Crampons: The improper fitting of crampons is a common cause of falls and injuries. Get on the Mountain demonstrates how to properly fit your crampon to the boot.
Harness: Proper harness position, doubling-back on the buckle and a step-by-step demonstration is covered in this section.
The Figure 8 Knot:Provides a detailed demonstration of the quintessential "knot of many uses." You'll learn the Figure Eight knot, including the "retraced" and "on a bight" variants. Occasional climbers can always use a refresher for this essential knot required for rope-team glacier travel.
Rope Teams: Tying in, "locking in", turning corners, and a crevasse rescue demonstration provide an overview of many of the skills required for rope team travel.
Fitness: Physical preparation can be the difference between getting to the summit or not. Mountaineering exercises muscle groups that are easily conditioned if the right fitness routine is applied. Jeff Ward offers simple, but extremely effective training suggestions that really work on the mountain.
BONUS FEATURES:
- Jeff's audio-only tips, covering proper foot care, helmet safety and when to rope up.
- An innovative "Gear Grid" feature that allows the viewer to easily reference relevant sections of video related to a specific piece of gear covered in the DVD.
- For those using the DVD with Mac and PC systems, a printable gear list is provided to take with you while shopping for gear.
The DVD is region-free encoded, suitable for viewing with a standard DVD player, Mac or PC-based systems and features approximately 103 minutes of footage.
The following instructional segments are included on the disc:
Self-Arrest: This section provides a thorough overview of how to stop yourself from sliding during a fall. Topics covered: Ice axe parts, self-arrest grip, the anchor position and how to fall.
Steps: Knowing how to step properly on a mountain improves stamina and minimizes risk of falls. Topics covered: The "crossover" step, the "duck walk", crampon ascent, the "rest step", loose snow descent and techniques for steep conditions.
Gear: Selecting the right gear is a daunting challenge for any climber. Get on the Mountain provides an objective and comprehensive overview of gear and clothing required to reach a summit. You'll also learn how to properly pack your pack for optimal balance and weight considerations.
Crampons: The improper fitting of crampons is a common cause of falls and injuries. Get on the Mountain demonstrates how to properly fit your crampon to the boot.
Harness: Proper harness position, doubling-back on the buckle and a step-by-step demonstration is covered in this section.
The Figure 8 Knot:Provides a detailed demonstration of the quintessential "knot of many uses." You'll learn the Figure Eight knot, including the "retraced" and "on a bight" variants. Occasional climbers can always use a refresher for this essential knot required for rope-team glacier travel.
Rope Teams: Tying in, "locking in", turning corners, and a crevasse rescue demonstration provide an overview of many of the skills required for rope team travel.
Fitness: Physical preparation can be the difference between getting to the summit or not. Mountaineering exercises muscle groups that are easily conditioned if the right fitness routine is applied. Jeff Ward offers simple, but extremely effective training suggestions that really work on the mountain.
BONUS FEATURES:
- Jeff's audio-only tips, covering proper foot care, helmet safety and when to rope up.
- An innovative "Gear Grid" feature that allows the viewer to easily reference relevant sections of video related to a specific piece of gear covered in the DVD.
- For those using the DVD with Mac and PC systems, a printable gear list is provided to take with you while shopping for gear.
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