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(More customer reviews)This is the third "Rock Climbing" book I have purchased in the last two years. After a long time interest in this sport, it was only after reading this book (I couldn't finish the other two) that I actually went out and made my first climb, a big accomplishment for me. This is not your normal "How To" or "Basic Essentials" type instructional guide, it is a more than complete text book for new to intermediate level rock climbers. Humor and personal experiences are appropriately interjected by the author to make every learning essential both interesting and poignant. Personal safety and teamwork are stressed throughout in a way that made me feel more confident instead of scaring me away. There is even a heavy stock, tear away, quick reference chart containing climbing terminology and a pre-climb checklist just inside the cover for nervous beginners (I took mine with me). A long list of equipment suppliers, manufacturers, climbing organizations and camps, guide services and indoor climbing walls with all contact information is at the back of the book. Clearly, I would not have made my first climb without the motivation and confidence that this book gave me. If you have any interest in rock climbing, this book is the clear, self-empowering must read on the market today.
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