Climbing Anchors (How To Climb Series)
The must-have handbook on rescue techniques for serious climbers
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Whether you need to assist your partner past a difficult section of a climb or rappel down a multipitch route with an injured climber, you owe it to yourself and your fellow climbers to be prepared. How to Climb„: Self-Rescue fully describes and illustrates a variety of techniques that every climber needs to know for safety and self-reliance.
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The first edition of this book was the authority on rescue techniques for rock climbers. Now completely updated and revised with the latest techniques€"and accompanied by Mike Clelland€s clear, detailed illustrations€"David Fasulo€s How to Climb„: Self-Rescue remains the definitive resource on the topic.
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Contents
1. Transition Model
2. Self-Rescue Concepts: Terrain, Technical Ledges, Baseline and Belay Escapes
3. Tools and Primary Systems for Self-Rescue
4. Knots and Hitches
5. Anchors and Belays
6. Patient Assessment
7. Terrain Assessment
8. Hands Free
9. Course of Action €“ Descend
10. Course of Action €“ Ascend
11. Course of Action €“ Stabilize/Shelter in Place
12. Top-Rope Rescue
13. Second Rescue
14. Leader Rescue
15. Search and Rescue
16. Analysis of Select Rescues and AccidentsÂ
17. Skills Assessment
Country | USA |
Brand | Falcon Guides |
Manufacturer | Falcon Guides |
Binding | Paperback |
ItemPartNumber | 9780762755332 |
ReleaseDate | 2011-06-01 |
Size | 0000 |
UnitCount | 1 |
EANs | 9780762755332 |