Rucksack Readers are guidebooks to some of the finest long-distance walks in the world. With 60-80 colour photographs each, they make great souvenirs. Because they are field-tested and updated regularly, they are reliable companions.
Our rucksack-friendly format is unique. Each book:
- is waterproof
- has a route map
- is bound to open flat
- is lightweight (115-175g/4-6 oz).
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Recently released
Hadrian's Wall Path 23 May 2011
South Downs Way 21 June 2011 The Kintyre Way 2nd ed 1 Sept 2011
Our 3rd edition Explore the Inca Trail covering three trails to Machu Picchu, recent regulations and with fresh material from John Hemming came out on 17 October 2011 at £10.99. For more about this book, click here.
Aberfoyle, at the heart of Rob Roy country from Rob Roy Way
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