Rappelling

Name: Rappelling
Brand: FALCON GUIDES
SKU: 9780762780808
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ISBN: 9780762780808

Contributor(s): Gaines, Bob Author Format: Paperback

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ISBN	9780762780808
Publisher	FALCON GUIDES
Publication date	September 2013
Language	English
MRP	£25.00 GBP
Page count	172
Item weight	102 g

In Rappelling you'll find everything you need to know about descending a rope, from the most basic to advanced techniques, including knots, rigging strategies, rappel devices, and more. Included is a comprehensive discussion of ropes, slings, and all the hardware used in rappelling.

Rappelling techniques for climbing are covered in detail, including multi-pitch rappelling methods and rope management. Single rope fixed line rappelling techniques used in caving, canyoneering, and for industrial applications are also discussed, along with improvised rope ascending techniques ("prusiking") and ascending a fixed rope with mechanical ascenders ("jumaring"). Rappelling accident analysis and prevention is also included, along with a section on rappel back-ups and safety checks.

Inside you'll find information on:

Ropes
Rappel devices
Slings and webbing
Knots and hitches
Rigging rappel anchors
Rappelling methods
Rope retrieval techniques
Rappelling accident analysis
Rappel safety back-ups
Working with fixed lines
Rope ascending techniques

Rappelling

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Gaines, Bob Author

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