Advanced Rock Climbing
eBook - ePub

Advanced Rock Climbing

Mastering Sport and Trad Climbing

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eBook - ePub

Advanced Rock Climbing

Mastering Sport and Trad Climbing

About this book

Recommended by the American Mountain Guides Association

Advanced Rock Climbing, written by AMGA Certified Rock Instructor Bob Gaines, covers concepts and topics for today’s rock climbers looking to take their skills and experience to the next level. Combining up-to-date and complete information on toproping, anchors, rappelling, safety and rescue techniques, gear, and so much more in one comprehensive book, Advanced Rock Climbing is a must-have title for any serious climber or climbing instructor. Inside you’ll find:

  • Detailed and thorough instructions on face climbing, crack climbing, and anchor systems
  • In-depth information on aid climbing, including the Yosemite Method
  • Best practices for leading sport and trad climbs
  • The latest rescue and assistance techniques
And much, much more!

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Information

Publisher
Falcon Guides
eBook ISBN
9781493031405
Year
2018

Table of contents

  1. Foreword
  2. Acknowledgments
  3. Introduction
  4. Chapter 1. Face Climbing Techniques
  5. Chapter 2. Crack Climbing, by Peter Croft
  6. Chapter 3. Rope, Slings, Cord, and Carabiners
  7. Chapter 4. Anchoring
  8. Chapter 5. Anchor Systems
  9. Chapter 6. Sport Climbing
  10. Chapter 7. Trad Climbing
  11. Chapter 8. Aid Climbing
  12. Chapter 9. Soloing
  13. Chapter 10. Belaying
  14. Chapter 11. Rappelling
  15. Chapter 12. Rescue and Assistance Skills
  16. Chapter 13. Knots
  17. Chapter 14. Risk Management
  18. Chapter 15. Leave No Trace Ethics
  19. About the Author