“When Scottish Rock was released by Pesda Press last year, I waited with interest to have a look at a copy, particularly after reading the initial reviews. When that eventually happened, I can only describe my response as inspired! Inspired to go climbing in Scotland again, Inspired to visit crags that I had otherwise discounted from their dull description in other guidebooks, inspired to get out exploring areas, inspired to climb different routes on crags that I have already visited. In short, all that a guidebook should do and be!” Paul Smith (mlta.co.uk March 2009)
“What can I say … wow! You must feel a sense of real achievement, after the years of hard work.
I know a thing or two about design, and I can safely say that this sets a new standard in the presentation of rock climbing routes. The format is simply stunning, and allows you to dip in anywhere and at the same time allows easy navigation throughout the various areas. The mix of route descriptions, maps, topos & action pics is perfect. Unlike many other guides, it feels very friendly (even cuddly) and really makes you want to get out there and try some of the routes.
Suddenly the new SMC guides look prehistoric by comparison!”
Jim Buchanan, www.wildwesttopos.com
“It is a joy to see the photos of almost forgotten corries and climbs pictured so well and informatively e.g. The Cobbler and Coire Etchachan etc. etc.”
Jimmy Marshall (letter 21 July 2008)
“… the quality of the production is immediately stunning, the layout is colourful and clear with apt and well-chosen photography, along with excellent photo-topos of the crags and simple clear maps.
This is a must have guide for the dedicated Scottish climber or simply the visiting climber. It’s the first Scottish guidebook I’ll reach for when Heather points to medallions on the evening forecast….”
John Watson, www.stonecountry.co.uk
“I have to congratulate the effort that Gary Latter (and his team – even the acknowledgements are worth a read) put into this book, and they all deserve a special mention. The passion shines through the pages, and you can’t help but get excited about Scottish Rock. For now, this really is the only book you need for heading north of the border! I for one, simply can’t wait for the next opportunity (and volume 2, of course)!”
Martin Chester, Plas y Brenin Chief Instructor, www.ukclimbing.com
“I particularly like the crag overviews that show the approach and descents and give an overall feel of the cliff.
It does what the very best of climbing guides do and makes you want to get out and go climbing.”
Simon Richardson, NOV 08 CLIMB magazine
Gary Latter’s superb new guide will undoubtedly become an indispensable companion to both first-time visitors and experienced devotees of Scottish rock climbing. This book is about as good as selected guides to British climbing have got, so far.
Dave Pickford, www.planetfear.com
