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OI NEWS: Guidebook of the Year award for RockFax

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UKC Gear 12 Nov 2009

In their annual 'Awards for Excellence' the Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild have voted Lofoten Rock as winner in the Guidebook of the Year category.

Judges Roger Smith and Guy Proctor described the book thus:

"Infectiously enthusiastic and a smorgasbord of inspiration and information combined in the wonderful images and topos. Shaggy and inclusive rather than clinical and definitive, with a frankness that's totally winning, and in its invitation for readers' contributions totally modern and in the 'wiki spirit' too. Exciting and brilliant."

Read more at http://www.ukclimbing.com/gear/news.php?id=2256

Chris Craggs Global Crag Moderator 12 Nov 2009

In reply to UKC Gear:

A big thanks to all those involved, especially; Sherri, Thorbjorn (plus Arild and Odd-Roar), Colin and Alan.

Chris

Mattyk 12 Nov 2009

In reply to UKC Gear: Excellent cover photo.

Chris Craggs Global Crag Moderator 12 Nov 2009

In reply to Mattyk:

Thorbjørn wasn't keen on the 'granite' backdrop - he thought it was someone's kitchen work surface. When I explained it was from a boulder at the base of the Priest he soon warmed to it!

Chris

krikoman 12 Nov 2009

In reply to Chris Craggs:

> (In reply to Mattyk)
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> Thorbjørn wasn't keen on the 'granite' backdrop - he thought it was someone's kitchen work surface. When I explained it was from a boulder at the base of the Priest he soon warmed to it!
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> Chris

he's like that Thorbjørn though isn't he?