Rockclimbing - The Australian Climbing Handbook

Description

Rockclimbing: The Australian Climbing Handbook is a comprehensive guide to the skills, knowledge and techniques needed to climb safely and confidently in Australia. Written by experienced staff and instructors from the Australian School of Mountaineering, it brings together decades of climbing knowledge, professional training and international experience.

Covering everything from planning and equipment to movement, anchors, belaying, traditional climbing and self-rescue, this highly illustrated handbook is designed to support climbers at every level. Hundreds of photographs and technical drawings help explain essential skills and techniques, while sections on environmental considerations and cultural and historical significance provide broader context for climbing in the Australian landscape.

Whether you are learning the fundamentals or developing more advanced skills, this substantial reference is an invaluable resource for understanding the many aspects of modern rock climbing.

Rockclimbing: The Australian Climbing Handbook Features

• Comprehensive Australian rock climbing handbook
• Written by experienced staff and instructors from the Australian School of Mountaineering
• Suitable for climbers of all experience levels
• Highly illustrated with hundreds of photographs and technical drawings
• Covers trip planning and going outdoors
• Explores cliffs, rock formations and movement techniques
• Comprehensive guidance on climbing equipment
• Covers knots, bends and hitches
• Detailed information on anchors and belaying
• Includes rock climbing and abseiling techniques
• Covers traditional and multi-pitch climbing
• Includes self-rescue techniques and equipment maintenance
• Features sections on environmental considerations and cultural and historical significance
• Includes a glossary and index for easy reference

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