The Complete Climber's Handbook

by JerryCinnamon (Author)

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  Paperback
  2000

  $3.48

  Essential insights from a master of the sport. - Outside . This comprehensive four-season manual, a revised and expanded edition of the popular Climbing Rock and Ice , covers both techniques and equipment for all facets of this increasingly popular sport, including rock climbing, ice climbing, and indoor climbing walls. The Complete Climber's Handbook provides all the in-depth information climbers from beginners to experts need, from how to lead a climb, detailed instructions on movement, anchoring systems, and safety, to sidebar accounts from experienced climbers.Author Jerry Cinnamon has taught climbing for years and originally developed this book for a college class on mountain leadership. He knows what questions climbers ask, and he has the answers. What reviewers said about the first edition: I wish I could give each [new climber] a copy. - Rock and Ice . A fine introduction to technique with many clear drawings and lucid description. - Book News, Inc. . One of the better new how-to-do-everything books we've seen. All the basics, and more. - Climbing .