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Bob Gaines, Gaines Bob, John Long, John Gaines Long

Climbing Anchors Field Guide

English · Paperback / Softback

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Description

Good, solid anchors are essential for safe rock climbing. If you understand the principles behind anchor construction and the fundamentals of good anchors but want to have the details conveniently available once you're at the cliff, this handbook is perfect for you. Specifically geared for on-site use, Climbing Anchors Field Guide 2nd is an easy-to-follow visual reference packed with essential reminders on how to place reliable protection and construct secure anchors in a variety of real-world climbing situations. Inside you'll find:¿ Natural anchors¿ Passive chocks¿ Spring-loaded camming devices¿ Bolts¿ Fall forces¿ Judging the direction of pull¿ Knots for anchoring¿ Belay anchors¿ Toprope anchors¿ Rappel anchors

About the author

By John Long and Bob Gaines

Product details

Authors	Bob Gaines, Gaines Bob, John Long, John Gaines Long
Publisher	Rowman and Littlefield

Languages	English
Product format	Paperback / Softback
Released	04.01.2015

EAN	9780762782086
ISBN	978-0-7627-8208-6
No. of pages	168
Series	How To Climb Series
Subjects	Guides > Sport > Other sports disciplines SPORTS & RECREATION / Mountaineering, Climbing & mountaineering, Climbing and mountaineering, SPORTS & RECREATION / Rock Climbing

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