Inside you’ll find everything the beginning climber needs to know about toproping, told from an anecdotal point of view by S. Peter Lewis, Executive Director of the AMGA ( American Mountain Guides Association) and an expert in his field. Discover basic and advanced anchor set-ups, belay techniques, how to lower from fixed anchors and more. Photos help guide you through complex toproping situations, and tips are given for problem-solving in the field. Includes a complete glossary of terms and quick-reference index.