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How to Rock Climb!, John Long

Label
How to Rock Climb!, John Long
Language
eng
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
How to Rock Climb!
Oclc number
435418812
Responsibility statement
John Long
Summary
How to Rock Climb!, now in its fourth edition, is the most thorough instructional rock climbing book in the world. This nuts-and-bolts guide serves as an introduction to rock climbing for beginners, and helps the intermediate climbers hone their knowledge of the sport. All the key elements, from ethics to getting up the climb, are in this bookThroughout the author stresses that safety and simplicity are the keys to climbing. Inside you'll find: footwork and handhold positions; finger, hand, and off-width cracks; equipment, including ropes, anchors, and carabiners ; information on belaying and belay devices ; tips for leading and finding routes ; downclimbing and rappelling ; information on sport climbing ; training, including bouldering and climbing gyms. Use this best-selling book to face a wall, select a route, and climb!
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