Basic Climbing Anchors

How to climb series

by John Long

Rock climbing anchors are the foundation of all safe climbing. The ability to place and configure solid, secure anchors in a wide variety of situations is the mark of a seasoned and able climber. In this book, John Long, author of the definitive instructional book "How to Rock Climb!, applies his entertaining and straightforward style to teaching the basic principles and techniques of climbing protection. Climbers will get the lowdown on natural anchors, removable gear anchors such as nuts and camming devices, and fixed gear anchors. The crucial dynamics of equalization and opposition are thoroughly discussed, and useful knots are illustrated in a clear, easy-to-understand format. "Basic Climbing Anchors provides the knowledge climbers need to keep them--and their partners--safely attached to the vertical world.

Genres: Climbing

96 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2006

About the author

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John Long is an American rock climber and author.