Canyoneering Anchors and Basic Rope Systems: WCCM Approved - Softcover

Jeffrey, Darren

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1438993641 ISBN 13: 9781438993645

Publisher: AuthorHouse, 2009

Synopsis

Canyoneering is not a sport to be taken lightly. The technical descent of a canyon with swift moving water, keeper potholes, and/or committing slots completed by a team of individuals is a complex mental and physical challenge. Canyoneering: Anchors and Basic Rope Systems shows the reader an informative and entertaining look at the basics of the sport while explaining some of the safest descent methods known to the industry. The occasional personal accounts and examples lend further proof to the experience level and well thought-out systems of the authors. These WCCM certified methods will only help to add to your personal canyoneering skillsets leading to safer and more efficient canyon descents. Topics covered in this volume include: Basic to Advanced Anchor Methods Anchor Backups Proper Bolt and Piton Placement Fall Protection Stance Management

Edition details

• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1438993641
• ISBN 13: 9781438993645
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 116