Download or read book Rock Climbing Basics written by Turlough Johnston and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 1995 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers bouldering to multipitch climbs Emphasis on safety and equipment Includes useful training program Fully illustrated with helpful color photos, this complete guide shows the beginner how to participate in the fast-growing sport of rock climbing. Step-by-step descriptions cover all the stages--approaching the climb, top roping, single pitch climbing, multipitch climbing, descending, and more--with an emphasis on proper equipment and safety. Some of the skills covered include the layback, chimneying, bridging, using running belays, and handling aretes, walls, corners, roofs, and overhangs.