Self-Rescue (Paperback, Second Edition)

The must-have handbook on rescue techniques for serious climbers Whether you need to assist your partner past a difficult section of a climb or rappel down a multipitch route with an injured climber, you owe it to yourself and your fellow climbers to be prepared. "How to Climb(TM) Self-Rescue" fully describes and illustrates a variety of techniques that every climber needs to know for safety and self-reliance. The first edition of this book was the authority on rescue techniques for rock climbers. Now completely updated and revised with the latest techniques--and accompanied by Mike Clelland's clear, detailed illustrations--David Fasulo's "How to Climb(TM) Self-Rescue" remains the definitive resource on the topic. Contents1. Transition Model2. Self-Rescue Concepts: Terrain, Technical Ledges, Baseline and Belay Escapes3. Tools and Primary Systems for Self-Rescue4. Knots and Hitches5. Anchors and Belays6. Patient Assessment7. Terrain Assessment8. Hands Free9. Course of Action - Descend10. Course of Action - Ascend11. Course of Action - Stabilize/Shelter in Place12. Top-Rope Rescue13. Second Rescue14. Leader Rescue15. Search and Rescue16. Analysis of Select Rescues and Accidents 17. Skills Assessment

General

Imprint:	Falcon Guides
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	How To Climb Series
Release date:	June 2011
First published:	June 2011
Authors:	David Fasulo
Illustrators:	Mike Clelland
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	245
Edition:	Second Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-7627-5533-2
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits > Climbing & mountaineering
LSN:	0-7627-5533-4
Barcode:	9780762755332

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