Publisher's Synopsis
A succinct guide to the ultimate aerobic outdoor sport -- snowshoeing. Snowshoeing is undergoing a renaissance, thanks to a revolution in snowshoe technology. Veteran outdoorsman Len McDougall surveys the history of snowshoes, describes traditional and state-of-the-art snowshoes in detail with expert tips on selecting the right gear, and gives a complete seminar in snowshoeing on powder, hardpack, hills, on ice, and more.