Chapman, Greg
Lake District Bouldering: The LakesBloc guidebook
- ISBN 13:
- 9781910240731
- author:
- Chapman, Greg
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vertebrate Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 568
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.8 x 3 centimetres (1.02
- Genre:
- Travel, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Lake District Bouldering guidebook is a comprehensive resource for climbers and bouldering enthusiasts. Written by Greg Chapman, a pioneer of bouldering in the Lakes, this guide features almost 3,000 individually numbered problems and dozens of variations and linkups at over 70 venues. The guide is split into five sections, each covering a distinct area of the Lake District, and includes detailed access and approach information, conditions data, and local knowledge. The guidebook showcases a range of venues, from established spots like the Langdale Boulders and the Bowderstone, to newer areas like the Harter Gold Boulders and the Stirrup Stones. Each crag is featured with GPS coordinates, crag grid references, and overview and topo maps, making it easy to plan a visit. The guide also includes a reference section with Ordnance Survey maps, a detailed appendix with practical information, and over 700 colour photo topos. This guidebook is a valuable resource for anyone planning to visit the Lake District for bouldering, and is a must-have for serious climbers and enthusiasts.