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"""[Rock Climbing Anchors] offers a complete and profusely illustrated course of instruction that will prove to be of life-saving value for all rock climbing enthusiasts from the absolute novice to the seasoned professional."" -Midwest Book Review Seminal book updated by author of the acclaimed Advanced Rock Climbing Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions 400 new color photos demonstrate techniques For this new edition of Rock Climbing Anchors, climber and writer Topher Donahue carefully reviewed each technique and lesson, making them even easier to understand and learn. Key updates include: Improved content hierarchy, reading efficiency, and technique emphasis Pros vs. Cons comparison lists Technological advances and changes in gear and standards Graphic illustrations of forces, movement, ""right"" vs. ""wrong"" technique, and more New section on anchor considerations for the climbing gym New distinction between ""anchor"" and ""placement"" or ""piece"""

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"[Rock Climbing Anchors] offers a complete and profusely illustrated course of instruction that will prove to be of life-saving value for all rock climbing enthusiasts from the absolute novice to the seasoned professional. Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, this new edition of ""Rock Climbing Anchors"" is thoroughly 'user friendly' throughout and unreservedly recommended.-- ""Midwest Book Review"" In a welcome update to a classic book, Topher Donahue brings back Climbing Anchors to a world where most practitioners learn to climb in gyms (some never leave), where the rising standards of performance are matched by expectations of gear performance, and where climbing parties may well include young adults.--Tom Valis ""Gripped"""

[Rock Climbing Anchors] offers a complete and profusely illustrated course of instruction that will prove to be of life-saving value for all rock climbing enthusiasts from the absolute novice to the seasoned professional. Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, this new edition of Rock Climbing Anchors is thoroughly 'user friendly' throughout and unreservedly recommended.--Midwest Book Review

[Rock Climbing Anchors] offers a complete and profusely illustrated course of instruction that will prove to be of life-saving value for all rock climbing enthusiasts from the absolute novice to the seasoned professional. Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, this new edition of Rock Climbing Anchors is thoroughly 'user friendly' throughout and unreservedly recommended.-- Midwest Book Review In a welcome update to a classic book, Topher Donahue brings back Climbing Anchors to a world where most practitioners learn to climb in gyms (some never leave), where the rising standards of performance are matched by expectations of gear performance, and where climbing parties may well include young adults.--Tom Valis Gripped

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Accomplished climbing guide, author, and photographer, Topher Donahue was, at age 14, one of the youngest American climbing guides in history. His climbing methods and philosophy evolved from his experiences with guides, climbers, and cultures across the globe. Topher lives in Nederland, Colorado. Visit him at www.topherdonahue.com and on Instagram at @Topher.Donahue.

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