Rock Climbing Basics

Author : Turlough Johnston
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 0811724204

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Rock Climbing Basics by Turlough Johnston Pdf

Covers bouldering to multipitch climbs Emphasis on safety and equipment Includes useful training program Fully illustrated with helpful color photos, this complete guide shows the beginner how to participate in the fast-growing sport of rock climbing. Step-by-step descriptions cover all the stages--approaching the climb, top roping, single pitch climbing, multipitch climbing, descending, and more--with an emphasis on proper equipment and safety. Some of the skills covered include the layback, chimneying, bridging, using running belays, and handling aretes, walls, corners, roofs, and overhangs.

Author : Topher Donahue
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781680510133

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Advanced Rock Climbing by Topher Donahue Pdf

“The old way of climbing was systematic, methodical, and consistent. Now it’s anything goes, reacting to every situation differently.” —Tommy Caldwell • For skilled climbers who want to push to the next level • Tips and advice from Tommy Caldwell, Steph Davis, Lynn Hill, Alex Honnold and more of the world’s best climbers • 250 color photographs and 12 illustrations Advanced Rock Climbing: Expert Skills and Techniques is for good climbers who want to get even better—from training to gear, sport climbing to multi-pitch efficiency, and beyond. Each chapter has detailed advice from some of the world’s best climbers and guides—Tommy Caldwell, Angela Hawse, Justen Sjong, Steph Davis, Sonny Trotter, Alex Honnold, Lynn Hill, and more. Through clear, step-by-step instruction, detailed color photographs, and hard-earned wisdom, this new guide helps strong climbers increase their speed on multi-pitch climbs, conserve energy on big faces, train for tendon strength, improvise self-rescue, and more. Advanced Rock Climbing is for someone who has been climbing for several years and aspires to transition from intermediate to advanced levels, experienced climbers who are stuck in a rut, and naturally talented climbers who are climbing high grades but who may not have the experience to go further safely.

Author : Topher Donahoe,Craig Luebben
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-22
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594858635

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Rock Climbing, 2nd Edition by Topher Donahoe,Craig Luebben Pdf

• Approximately 35 new techniques, safety considerations, and subjects • National Outdoor Book Award winner in first edition • First edition of this popular title has sold 50,000 copies Thousands of rock climbers have learned the sport using Craig Luebben’s seminal and bestselling text, Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills. Now Craig’s friend and fellow climber Topher Donahue brings the content up to current standards and includes technological advances, while preserving Craig’s comprehensive approach. An award-winning climber in his own right, Topher uses his writing and photography skills to simplify the complex world of modern climbing technique and reveals the thought process behind safe and practical climbing methods. This second edition includes European climbing techniques that offer alternatives to those traditionally taught in North America. Topher has also incorporated new lessons derived from accidents due, in part, to the increased popularity of climbing. Also found in this edition: • Over 10,000 more words and 125 more photos • Three never-before-published techniques: Adjustable Hitch, High Friction Tubes, and Bight Method • Detailed technical updates throughout • New distinction between “anchor” (a group of placements, pieces, or bolts used at the end of a pitch or for top rope or rappel setup) and “placement” or “piece” (individual cams, nuts, etc., used in groups to make an anchor or used individually as protection on a pitch)

Author : John Long,Bob Gaines
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-02
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493001330

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Climbing Anchors by John Long,Bob Gaines Pdf

This completely revised and updated edition with all new color photos brings together in a single volume the anchoring systems most popular among climbers. Most climbers today learn their craft on artificial climbing walls and on sport routes with fixed protection. Their first efforts to lead on trad routes often come as a rude shock--they find that they haven't the skills and training to safeguard the climb or to set up solid belays. This new edition of Climbing Anchors is the climber's complete and authoritative source of information on protection, from fundamental knots to sophisticated rigging and equalizing skills.

Author : John Kettle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1999654404

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Rock Climbing Technique by John Kettle Pdf

The definitive practical guide to improving your rock climbing technique, and making your movement more effortless and efficient. Fully illustrated with over 35 skills exercises supported by online videos. Suitable for rock climbers from intermediate up to elite in sport climbing, bouldering and traditional climbing.

Author : Vdiff Climbing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-06-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1795713976

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Rock Climbing Basics by Vdiff Climbing Pdf

This e-book will teach you how to: - Use basic climbing gear - Tie into the rope - Belay (lead and top rope) - Climb efficiently - Understand fall potential - Find a good partner - Look after your gear - Choose shoes, harnesses, ropes and carabiners - Boulder safely - Plus much more. Suitable for beginner climbers.

Author : Topher Donahue,Craig Luebben
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1594858624

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Rock Climbing by Topher Donahue,Craig Luebben Pdf

Best-selling climbing instructional, now fully updated, includes new, vetted alternatives to traditional techniques

Author : VDiff Climbing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1980972540

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Rock Climbing Basics by VDiff Climbing Pdf

Learn how to:- Use basic climbing gear- Tie into the rope- Belay (lead and top rope)- Climb efficiently- Understand fall potential- Find a good partner- Look after your gear- Choose shoes, harnesses, ropes and carabiners- Boulder safelyPlus much more* 100+ accurately drawn, full-colour illustrations* Step-by-step climbing techniques explained in a beginner friendly way* Strong emphasis on climbing safety

Author : Heidi Pesterfield
Publisher : Wilderness Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2007-07-26
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780899975597

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Traditional Lead Climbing by Heidi Pesterfield Pdf

Learn the basics of rock climbing and how to lead with gear from an experienced rock-climbing instructor. It is one of the world’s most exhilarating sports, and this book can help get you going! Traditional Lead Climbing teaches you the rock-climbing basics, and it’s the first and only guidebook intended to teach you how to lead with gear! Written by Heidi Pesterfield, a rock-climbing instructor for more than 17 years, the book is filled with step-by-step directions that you can trust. Unlike other types of climbing, such as sport and direct-aid climbing, “trad” climbing relies on placing your own gear as you climb from the ground. It’s also one of the more dangerous climbing activities, where expert guidance is a must. Heidi’s invaluable book provides essential details about everything from equipment to rope management to climbing techniques. This guide helps you learn how to safely tie in to the “sharp end” of the rope and lead both single and multipitch trad routes. Dozens of close-up photos, along with fun yet informative drawings, show situations that climbers might encounter and how to deal with them. Plus, in addition to covering the basics, Traditional Lead Climbing offers sidebars that showcase the experience, wisdom, and advice of a number of world-class climbers. Regardless of your climbing background—bouldering, sport climbing, top-roping, or mountaineering—you will learn how to Transition from the gym to the great outdoors Place protection on lead Build multidirectional anchors Navigate routes and climb cracks Explore the multipitch adventure Employ basic self-rescue techniques “If you want the knowledge and nerve to take the sharp end of the rope—buy this book. When your jams meltdown and you yell out ‘falling!’—Heidi’s beta will help you live to tell the tale.” —Timmy O’Neill, world-renowned climber and host of the award-winning film Return2Sender

Author : Andy Kirkpatrick
Publisher : Vertebrate Publishing
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781910240571

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1001 Climbing Tips by Andy Kirkpatrick Pdf

Imagine an alien came down to Earth, stuck a probe into a climber's brain – one who'd been climbing for over thirty years – and then transmogrified the contents into a big book of climbing tips. Well, 1001 Climbing Tips by Andy Kirkpatrick is just such a book. This is no regular instruction manual – it's much more useful than that. This is a massive collection of all those little tips that make a real difference when at the crag, in the mountains, or when you're planning your next big trip. It's for anyone who hangs off stuff, or just hangs around in the mountains. These tips are based on three decades of climbing obsession, as well as nineteen ascents of El Cap, numerous Alpine north faces, trips to the polar ice caps, and many other scary climbs and expeditions. The following areas are covered: Basics, Safety, Big Wall, Ice, Mixed, Mountain, Training, and Stuff.

Author : Eric Horst
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09-16
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780762762651

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Training for Climbing by Eric Horst Pdf

Drawing on new research in sports medicine, nutrition, and fitness, this book offers a training program to help any climber achieve superior performance and better mental concentration on the rock, with less risk of injury.

Author : The Mountaineers
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 1174 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781680510058

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Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills by The Mountaineers Pdf

“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”—Conrad Anker For nearly 60 years it’s been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering–and now it’s even better than ever The best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a century New edition—fully updated techniques and all-new illustrations Researched and written by a team of expert climbers Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills is the text beloved by generations of new climbers—the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprosed of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction. From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety—there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition. Significant updates to this edition include: • New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard • Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche • Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping • All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques—created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine • Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides • Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials—now making the iconic list easier to recall

Author : David Flanagan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 095678741X

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Bouldering Essentials by David Flanagan Pdf

This title is packed with clear, practical advice for anyone interested in bouldering, whether a complete beginner looking to learn the basics, an indoor climber keen to start bouldering or an experienced boulderer who wants to explore more complex topics.

Author : Libby Peter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0993033725

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Rock Climbing by Libby Peter Pdf

Author : Dan Hague,Douglas Hunter
Publisher : Stackpole Books
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006-02-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780811733397

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The Self-coached Climber by Dan Hague,Douglas Hunter Pdf

A dynamic package of training material from a pair of expert coaches, The Self-Coached Climber offers comprehensive instruction, from the basics of gripping holds to specific guidelines for developing a customized improvement plan. Hague and Hunter base their methods on the four fundamental components of all human movement--balance, force, time, and space--and explain how to apply these principles to achieve efficient results. The DVD presents live demonstrations of training exercises and features an original documentary of a 5.14a/b redpoint attempt by Adam Stack and Chris Lindner. Self-Coached Climber was named a finalist in the Mountain Exposition Category at the 2007 Banff Mountain Festival.