This is a comprehensive, full-colour manual providing a complete reference for climbers of every level and discipline. It covers all the skills, safety issues and equipment necessary for the key climbing disciplines: mountains, bouldering and climbing walls, summer climbing, winter climbing, big wal[...]
This is a complete guide to all aspects of climbing and mountaineering across the seasons for both instructors and amateur climbers alike. Extensively revised and updated with the latest safety guidance, techniques and equipment designs. Practical instruction and clear diagrams and photographs cover[...]
Sport climbing is a popular pastime and countless numbers of people enjoy the ascent of bolt-protected routes. This book is designed for climbers starting out on sport climbing careers, and for those experienced at clipping bolts on routes at venues across the globe. It covers the technical skills n[...]
Rock climbing is one of the most popular pastimes in the world, and this book is designed for anyone who wishes to take it up as a sport. Covering all the basic technical skills needed, it is also invaluable for those who already climb but would like to increase their technical knowledge on both sin[...]
Popularised by the best-selling "Voyaging on a Small Income", the Badger design of Benford sailing dories is fully dissected in the comprehensive guide to its conception, design, and construction. With sections by a skilled Badger builder, the in-depth, how-to includes detailed architectural plans o[...]
Thousands of drag race fans remember Pete Hill--the humble and very successful racer from Greenville, South Carolina. Without a big sponsor and riding a blown, fuel-burning Knucklehead, Pete Hill not only beat the other Harleys but he also beat the Kawasakis. And all with an obsolete V-Twin design t[...]