Chamonix, crucible of alpinism, home of expensive espresso. And surrounded by superb valley crags in idyllic sttings with wonderful views. For a bit of relief from the chore of snow with the consistency of soggy sugar  this new edition of the Chamonix Valley Cragging guide describes  the superb sport climbng on these crags. There's easily enough here, with short approaches to fill a specific sport-climbing trip, as well as rest/training days on a big mountain trip.