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Rock Climbing: Introduction to Essential Technical Skills for Leaders and Seconds (Cicerone Guide) (Paperback)

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  • Paperback: 189 pages
  • Publisher: Cicerone Press; illustrated edition edition (10 Oct 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1852845295
  • ISBN-13: 978-1852845292
  • Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.8 x 1.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 104,630 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Rock climbing is one of the most popular pastimes in the world, and this book is designed for anyone who wishes to take it up as a sport. Covering all the basic technical skills needed, it is also invaluable for those who already climb but would like to increase their technical knowledge on both single- and multi-pitch routes, and for parents of young climbers needing to learn more about their child's chosen sport. Written by one of the UK's top mountain instructors, the books cover all aspects of climbing in a clear and accessible format. This book covers skills such as: equipment, knots, belaying, tying on, climbing calls, moving on rock, and, placing gear. It covers Climbing: leading, seconding, multi-pitch routes, top and bottom roping, and abseiling. Many other skills are also covered, and the whole book is highly illustrated with full colour photographs. Special 'Tips' and 'Notes are included in all the chapters, highlighting important techniques and observations, and the book is presented in such a way as to make learning these skills as easy and enjoyable as possible. Whether you are just starting out or are already experienced on rock, the contents of this book will help you to enjoy climbing safely and with confidence.

About the Author
Pete has climbed in many continents and countries across the world, including first ascents in the Himalayas. He is a holder of the MIC award, the highest UK instructional qualification, and is a member of the Alpine Club, Honorary life member of the Association of Mountaineering Instructors and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. A frequent contributor to various magazines and web sites, he is the author of several books.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Rock climbing book ideal for all, 8 Jan 2008
By Ian Broadley (Liverpool (UK)) - See all my reviews
Pete Hill's 'Rock Climbing' book has given me loads more information than other similar titles. It is written in his usual, no-nonsense fashion, and has loads of practical information and tips. Pete has also added a few personal tales in seperate boxes, such as starting out climbing with his Mum's washing line, or leading a route after forgetting all the kit! These sound terrifying, but just go to improve the validity of the very good technical information that is included all the way through the text.

I like the fact that all of the technical illustrations are done with very good photographs, as these give a clear representation of what is in the text. There are many other photographs that are quite inspirational, as well as a short section at the back on where to go climbing.

All in all I highly recommend this book. I do not consider myself to be a beginner, but have found it very worth while reading through and finding many things to 'tidy up' my technique. It would be a great companion to anyone starting out, taking a climbing course, or as a brush-up for you if you have been climbing for a while. Very good indeed.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Rock Climbing book good for beginners and experienced climbers, 21 Jan 2008
By Instructor Mike (Cumbria, England) - See all my reviews
This is a tidy book, well laid out and with a lot of very clear and useful photographs. The photos are well used to illustrate the text sections, as I often find that diagrams in other books are cluttered and confusing.

As a professional instructor, I like the way that the book has been laid out, in a logical progression of skills, just the way that it should be taught. Other fellow instructors agree with this, and also that the content is technically sound and up to date. The only small gripe possible is where 'he' has been used for the leader and 'she' for the second. However, it is explained at the front of the book that this is for clarity of who is doing what and not intended to describe any role models. It didn't worry me and female colleagues did not have any problem with this.

All in all, a very useful and up to date book packed with information and personal anecdotes, and I would not be surprised to see it being read at crags around the country.
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