The essential handbook for every beginner, Learning to Climb Indoors is the most complete book available on indoor climbing.

A study of postmodernism and African-American poets.

Targeting varying abilities, Sport Climbing teaches climbers how to rehearse moves and train for routes, how to get through the pump, how to fight until the end of a pitch, how to stay composed when tired, and how to best use their bodies ...

Written by a professional trainer and climber, this guide allows each climber to tailor a training program to his or her specific needs.

Significant updates to this edition include: • New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard • Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel ...