Rappelling

Rappelling
By:Bob Gaines
Published on 2013-09-24 by Rowman & Littlefield

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

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Book which was published by Rowman & Littlefield since 2013-09-24 have ISBNs, ISBN 13 Code is 9781493004447 and ISBN 10 Code is 1493004441

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