Rock and Wall Climbing: The Essential Guide to Equipment and Techniques - Couverture souple

Hattingh, Garth

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1847734146 ISBN 13 : 9781847734143

Editeur : New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2009

Synopsis

Now fully updated to include the very latest advice and equipment, this practical, illustrated guide provides the ideal introduction to the challenging, exciting skill of climbing, an ever-popular sport that attracts more and more enthusiasts every year.Like any adventure sport, climbing has its fair share of associated risks, particularly for the untrained or unwary. Written by an experienced climber and instructor, this book offers reassuring step-by-step instructions, with practical advice on all aspects of safety and training. The informative text is complemented by clear illustrations and superb, commissioned photography. Equipment, emergency and rescue techniques, training schedules, and guidelines on environment and ethics are included. For beginners and intermediate climbers alike, "Rock & Wall Climbing" will prove an indispensable and motivating guide.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Garth Hattingh has been involved in climbing and other related adventure activities for over 30 years. He has climbed extensively in Southern Africa, as well as in Europe and both North and South America. At the forefront of mountain leadership and rock climbing training in South Africa, he has also written the successful Climber's Handbook and Top Climbs of the World (both published by New Holland). Garth lives in Pretoria, South Africa.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: New Holland Publishers Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1847734146
• ISBN 13: 9781847734143
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 96
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible