The Climbing Handbook: The Complete Guide to Safe and Exciting Rock Climbing - Couverture souple

Long, Steve

 
9781554072781: The Climbing Handbook: The Complete Guide to Safe and Exciting Rock Climbing
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ISBN 10 : 1554072786 ISBN 13 : 9781554072781
Editeur : Firefly Books, 2007

Synopsis

More than 300,000 North Americans call themselves rock climbers.

The thrilling pastime of rock climbing includes a number of variations such as free climbing, roped climbing, adventure climbing, and bouldering. The Climbing Handbook covers them all in an exceptionally comprehensive guide designed for climbers of any level of experience.

From the basics for beginners to techniques and tactics for more advanced climbers, this book provides the tools to maximize the climber's experience. With more than 350 color photographs and easy-to-understand diagrams, this essential guide combines step-by-step exercises with practice programs that will allow climbers to safely explore all aspects of the sport.

Topics include:

  • Choosing the right equipment
  • Key grips and techniques
  • Essential safety skills
  • Ascending and descending
  • Strategies for difficult climbs
  • Avoiding problems
  • Rescues and safety procedures
  • Building strength and skills
  • Competition and specialized climbing
  • Where to climb around the world.

With comprehensive information, insider tips from the world's climbing experts, and a user-friendly format, The Climbing Handbook is an essential guide for all rock climbers.

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À propos de l?auteur

Steve Long

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Éditeur
Firefly Books
Date d'édition
2007
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1554072786
ISBN 13 
9781554072781
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
192
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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