Basic Rockcraft"This book covers the basic techniques of rockcraft. Starting with ropes and knots, it then covers other climbing gear: nuts, pitons, 'binners, bongs, etc. Belays are discussed in detail, then follows a most complete discussion of the various grips and holds. Excellent drawings by Sheridan Anderson illustrate each of these points and these are supplemented by many photos - all of which have been modeled by some of the outstanding climbers of Yosemite, all close friends of author Robbins. While this book is labeled "Basic Rockcraft," it carries the reader through all of the techniques needed for most high-angle climbs. While the student will be able to successfully climb many of the standard climbs, the cutoff point for "basic" is the threshold for leading of advanced ascents."-- |
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aid climbing aider anchor angle arms artificial chockstones artificial climbing Basic Rockcraft belay stances BELAYING THE LEADER better bolts carabiner brake rappel chocks climbing rope cling holds clipping diameter difficult direct-aid climbing direction of pull downward Dulfer dynamic belay elbow equipment ethics étriers face climbing fingers flexible shoes foot free climbing FROST KNOT grip hammer hand jams HAND TRAVERSE hardware sling heel heel-and-toe jam cracks keep the body kernmantle kernmantle rope Knifeblades ledge legs LIE-BACK Liz Robbins MANTLING methods mountaineering novice opposite pressure OVERHAND KNOT overhand loop photo by Liz pitch position possible practice climbing pressure holds prusik rappel point rappel rope removing pitons rock rockclimbing route Royal Robbins runners San Fernando Valley seat sling side Sierra Club slab climbing sloping squeeze chimney STANDING HIP BELAY strength style swami belt Tahquitz Rock techniques twisted rope types upward usually vertical crack wall webbing wedging weight Yosemite Yosemite Valley