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Beginning Adventure Racer's Library
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The Complete Guide to Adventure RacingThe Complete Guide to Adventure Racing by Don Mann
Buy used from: $15.94
Great "How To" book about AR.
Adventure Racing: The Ultimate GuideAdventure Racing: The Ultimate Guide by Barry Siff
Buy used from: $3.24
Another good all-around reference book.
Adventure Racing, Guide to SurvivalAdventure Racing, Guide to Survival by Derek Paterson
Buy used from: $4.90
Has some really good tips; geared toward multi-day events.
Runner's World Guide to Adventure Racing: How to Become a Successful Racer and Adventure Athlete (Runners World)Runner's World Guide to Adventure Racing: How to Become a Successful Racer and Adventure Athlete (Runners World) by Ian Adamson
Buy new: $15.25 / Used from: $7.91
Ian Adamson is one of the world's best adventure racers.
Be Expert with Map and Compass: The Complete Orienteering HandbookBe Expert with Map and Compass: The Complete Orienteering Handbook by Björn Kjellström
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $4.72
There are scores of orienteering books out there - this is one of the better ones.
Conditioning for Outdoor Fitness: A Comprehensive Training GuideConditioning for Outdoor Fitness: A Comprehensive Training Guide by Mark Pierce
Buy used from: $0.46
Lots of great exercises and training advice.
Climbing: Training for Peak Performance (Outdoor Expert)Climbing: Training for Peak Performance (Outdoor Expert) by Clyde Soles
Buy used from: $33.97
More great training advice.
Wilderness Medicine, Beyond First Aid, 5th EditionWilderness Medicine, Beyond First Aid, 5th Edition by William Forgey
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $9.12
Know what to do - just in case.
Mountain Bike Magazine's Complete Guide To Mountain Biking Skills: Expert Tips On Conquering Curves, Corners, Dips, Descents, Hills, Water Hazards, And Other All-Terrain ChallengesMountain Bike Magazine's Complete Guide To Mountain Biking Skills: Expert Tips On Conquering Curves, Corners, Dips, Descents, Hills, Water Hazards, And Other All-Terrain Challenges by Mountain Bike Magazine Editors
Buy new: $13.45 / Used from: $0.01
Good, solid MTB advice.
Fixing Your Feet: Prevention & Treatments for AthletesFixing Your Feet: Prevention & Treatments for Athletes by John Vonhof
Buy used from: $5.99
The 'Bible' of foot care for endurance athletes.
Mountaineering: The Freedom of the HillsMountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills by The Mountaineers
Buy new: $28.84 / Used from: $25.54
THE classic mountaineering text.
Kayaking: A Trailside GuideKayaking: A Trailside Guide by Steven M Krauzer
Buy new: $14.78 / Used from: $0.01
Well-illustrated paddling primer.
Surviving the Toughest Race on EarthSurviving the Toughest Race on Earth by Martin Dugard
Buy used from: $0.09
Memoir about competing in the Raid Gauloises.
Surviving Sabah: The Land Below the WindsSurviving Sabah: The Land Below the Winds by Jack Crawford
Buy used from: $39.95
Memoir about competing in the Eco-Challenge.
Triathlete Magazine's Complete Triathlon Book: The Training, Diet, Health, Equipment, and Safety Tips You Need to Do Your BestTriathlete Magazine's Complete Triathlon Book: The Training, Diet, Health, Equipment, and Safety Tips You Need to Do Your Best by Matt Fitzgerald
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $5.56
Not just for triathletes, this book has sound advice for any multi-sport athlete.
Eco Challenge Australia Box SetEco Challenge Australia Box Set
One of the best Eco-Challenges. Out-of-print, I know, but well worth watching if you can get a copy.
Adventure RacingAdventure Racing by Jacques Marais
Buy new: $14.36 / Used from: $8.99
Well-illustrated intro to the sport
The Thrill of Victory, The Agony of My Feet: Tales from the World of Adventure RacingThe Thrill of Victory, The Agony of My Feet: Tales from the World of Adventure Racing
Buy new: $11.90 / Used from: $5.33
Haven't seen this yet, but looks interesting