MOUNTAINEERS BOOKS STAFF PICK (I work at Mountaineers Books): If you want to start backcountry skiing or snowboarding (in my case), make this book a required first step. It is hands down the best book on the topic. It's comprehensive covering everything you'll want to know before taking up this spor ...more
This is the best backcountry touring skills book I've read or skimmed. It's extremely thorough and clear, such that it will be accessible to someone just stepping out into the mountains for their first human powered ski day, yet still offer seasoned veterans a ton of new and interesting information. ...more