Via Ferratas of the Italian Dolomites Volume 1: 75 routes-North, Central and East Ranges : Rushforth, James by null

Via Ferratas of the Italian Dolomites Volume 1: 75 routes-North, Central and East Ranges : Rushforth, James Reviews

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  T. Turner

  Excellent guide covering all the essentials and was perfect for my first foray into the world of via ferrata. Route description details cover all the important points but be aware that there are errors in some of the maps. You'll easily figure things out if you have the 1:25,000 Tobacco/Kompass maps, but it can still be confusing. For eg, on pp221 on pp228&223, Croda del Pomagagnon is mislabelled Campanile Dimai and on p233, the route and old chairlift is shown going up the gully to Forcella Grande rather than the correct/normal route to Forcella Staunies. Doesn't detract too much from the generally very accurate route descriptions and pictorial guides, but I'd take off half a star for that and shouldn't be too hard to get it right
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  Baer

  We were very disappointed by the book. The characterizations of the tours were sparse we often struggled to judge whether or not we would like it. In one case, we started off on an "easy" route only to realize that it contained lots and lots of extremely exposed stretches without any cable/protection we abandoned the trail because we felt it was too risky. This clearly had not come across in the description. On the other hand, we stumbled over the most stunning tour we've ever done by doing a tour that read rather mediocre in the book. The descriptions of the entry points also were insufficient, and a few times we got lost (and once we were absolutely unable to find the entry point).
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  Paul

  A fantastic book if your thinking about going walking in the Dolomites. Full of detail, descriptions, information and anything else you'd need to plan your trip. I'd go as far as saying this book is essential if you're going to the dolomites, not just to do the via ferratas stuff but to walk in general.
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  Rebecca Wilby

  Just purchased this guide book following recommendations, ready for a trip to the Dolomite's. I am very impressed with the maps and detailed explanations of the routes.The photographs along with the topo's give an excellent visual representation of the routes and have totally inspired me.It can be daunting when heading to a new area and this guide book has filled me with confidence for the routes that I want to try.The authors knowledge of the area and experience is evident in the descriptions and topo's, whilst the photo's have inspired and captivated me.Really looking forward to putting this handy guide book to the test. I will definitely be looking out for guidebooks from the author.
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  Christopher James

  I bought this book to help me plan my Via Ferrata trip to Northern Italy in July 2019. Although the book was written a few years ago, the information and tips inside are still accurate and invaluable. The book is small, easy to carry on climbs and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone. Chris James, Christchurch, England.