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 enlarge | Author: Craig Luebben
Brand: The Mountaineers Books
Category: Book
List Price: $18.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 41525
Media: Paperback
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Pages: 256
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 6.7 x 0.8
ISBN: 1594850062
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.5223
EAN: 9781594850066
ASIN: 1594850062
Publication Date: February 28, 2006
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Best Anchors Book on the Market!!!! February 11, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Wow!!! That was literally the first word that popped into my head as I started reading this book. The number and quality of photos BLOWS away any other comparable book. It looks like there are about 3X as many photos as others on the market, making it THE BEST visual source of information on individual placements as well as overall anchor configurations. As we all know, "a picture is worth a thousand words." And, in this case, a picture could be worth your life as well. I could go on and on about how/why this book is so much stronger than others out there. Some highlights are below:
-Luebben's mechanical engineering background is very apparent when you read this book. Being an engineer myself, I really appreciate having a book written by someone who truly understands the mechanics involved with anchor rigging.
-He explains the v-angle and pulley effect (which others only elude to), and there is an appropriate distinction between body weight -- top roping, seconding, rappelling forces -- versus leader fall forces.
-There is a whole chapter explaining climbing physics, and there is a lot more information about cam and nut design and placement considerations.
-Many more anchor rigging options are discussed and pictured, including some minimalistic ones just using slings.
-Luebben does a much better job explaining how to make judgment-based decisions as opposed to following a standard set of rules for all situations.
-All of the above factors make Luebben's book a better source for more experienced climbers (in addition to beginners) than others on the market.
-According to the back cover, Lynn Hill has even recognized Luebben's experience and knowledge, as she selected Craig to be the main anchor and self rescue trainer for her climbing camps - that's pretty cool!
Bottom line...even if you have other books (new or old) it is well worth your money to invest in buying this book. So much has changed in anchor theory in recent years and this book brings together the latest and greatest options.
Excellent Reference January 23, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Nicely presented information on climbing anchors that was easy to follow. The photographs were well done and provided clarity.
The Only Anchors Book You'll Ever Need!!! January 19, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Craig's book is truly the most complete instructional guide I've ever read. It is clear and easy to follow, thanks to his no-nonsense writing and literally hundreds of photographs. EVERY climber should own a copy of this book, read it twice, and keep it in their packs for reference.
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