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Simon Richardson, editor of scottishwinter.com, reflects on the highpoints of Hamish MacInnes' long and varied life, following his death aged 90 in November. 

The word 'influential' is often used, but for Hamish, nothing could be more appropriate. From pioneering cutting edge first ascents in Scotland and the Greater Ranges, through development of mountain rescue and avalanche safety, inventing new ice tools and sharing mountain knowledge through his writing and guidebooks, Hamish MacInnes' influence continues to be both long lasting and profound.

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Superb!

Mick

A truly extraordinary man.

The iPlayer documentary is well worth watching.

"a book recounting untold adventures from Hamish's early life will be published by the Scottish Mountaineering Press later this year."

I shall look forward to that.

I should clarify that later this year is actually next year, but it is well underway. Some astonishing stories from Hamish, and wonderful pictures as well.

seems he got an OBE for services to mountaineering and mountain rescue also - well deserved. A legend of mountaineering and inspiration.