A Complete Guide to Rope Techniques

by NigelShepherd (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.38

  Nigel Shepherd's two hugely successful books, A Manual of Modern Rope Techniques and Further Modern Rope Techniques have been brought together to form this comprehensive guide to ropework. From basic techniques to the skills needed for the Single Pitch Award and the Mountain Instructors Award, beginners and experts alike will find everything they need in this single volume. Topics covered include: glacier travel and crevasse rescue; abseiling; snow, rock and ice anchors; short roping; MIA improvised rescue; double rope technique; retreating from a climb; rope tricks for adventure activities; top and bottom roping.