"This updated, expert ski guide provides top-of-the-line insight for backcountry/off-piste skiiers and guides. The Ski Guide Manual presents wisdom earned through decades of experience guiding and. The result is a successful system of travel and risk management in the winter environment. The collective work of thousands of mountain guides have proven how to have the most fun and find the best snow, all which reducing risk of avalanche, cold, crevasses, and optimize group dynamics"-- Provided by publisher
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Rob Coppolillo is a seasoned explorer whose life has been shaped by two wheels. His experiences as a young BMX rider and later as a road racer have fueled his passion for adventure and exploration. Now, as a bike expedition guide, he leads journeys across the US and Europe, sharing his deep understanding of the landscape and the thrill of discovery. His writing reflects this adventurous spirit, offering insights into the world of cycling and the great outdoors.


- 2020
- 2017
The Mountain Guide Manual
- 305 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Written by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Association (IFMGA) certified mountain guides Marc Chauvin and Rob Coppolillo, The Mountain Guide Manual is the go-to reference for novice and experienced mountain guides, as well as advanced recreationalists. Covering everything from rope systems and belaying to advice on group dynamics and rescuing, the manual combines practical how-to instruction with clear graphics, illustrations, and awe-inspiring alpine imagery.