Longlines The really big climbs of the Northern Limestone Alps

On the 44,000 climbing meters researched for this book, epochal alpine milestones blend with enjoyable new route creations. Climbing legends like Albert Precht, Klaus Hoi, and Heinz Zak share their passion for steep rock. Routes from climbing greats of a long-gone era, such as Angelo Dibona or Hias Rebitsch, are meticulously documented to meet modern standards. There is also ample space dedicated to the new routes secured with bolts by creative talents like Ralf Sussmann, Rudi Kühberger, and the author himself. 40 routes where one can clip bolts in line with the current trends, but sometimes must settle for dilapidated rusted gear. For climbers seeking something off the beaten path, there is an abundance of limestone between Rätikon and Gesäuse in all imaginable qualities. Steep red, water...