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Traditional, or simply, " trad climbing," is a do-it-yourself
adventure requiring the climbing team to negotiate the climb and to
carry, hand-place and remove most if not all components of the
roped safety system. In "The Trad Climber's Bible," two of the most
revered and respected trad climbers in the world, John Long and
Peter Croft, offer hard-won knowledge to aspiring trad climbers in
a narrative format that is as informative as it is entertaining.
With photos by iconic climbing photographer Greg Epperson and AMGA
Certified Rock Instructor Bob Gaines, this full color book will
appeal to climbers of all stripes.
Following the seasonal migratory journey of rock climbers across
the stunning and diverse landscapes of North America, this gorgeous
photographic monograph will transport readers into a different
world. The reader is invited to follow one cycle of climbing life,
dictated by optimal climate conditions, beginning in the Spring and
ending in the Winter. Climbing Rock celebrates 30 of North America
s legendary rock climbing areas covering a full spectrum of
climbing styles including: hard big wall free climbing in Yosemite
Valley, desert trad climbing at Red Rocks, Nevada and Indian Creek,
Utah; classic sport climbing in Rumney, NH and Red River Gorge,
Kentucky; oceanside cragging in California, and even city park
bouldering in New York City. Francois Lebeau s artful photographs
uniquely capture the stark beauty of the walls, amazing moments of
athletes on the stone, and the humanity of the adventurous people
who journey upwards. Climbing Rock is the perfect book for anyone
interested in climbing, from athletes of all abilities to readers
who appreciate breathtaking photography of improbable physical
feats across stunning North American landscapes.
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