neswstar Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I was so impressed by the top 10 reading list I thought I would ask for help on selecting text for a Trad/Alpine rock class I am helping with. Yes of course Freedom of the Hills and John Long's newer anchor book. But what about something that covers generally - something that could be used as a text book. What book would you tell your newest climbing partners - the one that can top rope or maybe even clean - but wants to learn to lead?..... (appreciate all feed back) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrogdortheBurninator Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I bought a previous edition of this one when I was learning. Seemed good at the time. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0899974422 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomtom Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 For Alpine climbing, Alpine Climbing: Techniques to Take You Higher by Cosley and Houston is a really good book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketparrotlet Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills by Craig Luebben A very good book, he has (had) a lot of sound advice. It really helped me to evaluate my placements. -Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Piston Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I also like the Cosley/Houston book, but got a lot out of John Long's "Climbing Anchors" for setting pro and anchors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_warfield Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 Spend one day with an AMGA certified guide and it is worth more than a dozen books. Then climb on safely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I bought a previous edition of this one when I was learning. Seemed good at the time. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0899974422 +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toast Posted October 14, 2009 Share Posted October 14, 2009 I found an old copy of Royal Robbins' Advanced Rockcraft (circa 1973.) IMO, the illustrations that relate to leading are particularly good. They point out a lot about orientation of pull that aren't that well illustrated in more current books on the topic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete_H Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 What book would you tell your newest climbing partners - the one that can top rope or maybe even clean - but wants to learn to lead?..... (appreciate all feed back) I'd say don't worry about reading books - just go climbing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherri Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 I had read all of John Long's book during my first year of rockclimbing. When I was ready to get serious about trad leading, in particular, Rob recommended I read "Traditional Lead Climbing", by Heidi Pesterfield. I did, and I owe Rob big for the great advice. :kisss: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justinp Posted October 15, 2009 Share Posted October 15, 2009 Rock Climbing: Mastering Basic Skills by Craig Luebben Yes.. good read IMO Spend one day with an AMGA certified guide and it is worth more than a dozen books. Then climb on safely. No.. don't waste your duckits I'd say don't worry about reading books - just go climbing! Bump! Find a few good mentors…. Get out by yourself fix a line and practice mach free and aid climbing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostCamKenny Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I'd say don't worry about reading books - just go climbing! YES!!! But keep in mind that while you might learn by doing, you really learn when you F%#K up! Just make sure you start WELL BELOW your comfort level when you start placing your own gear! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrgo Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Spend one day with an AMGA certified guide and it is worth more than a dozen books. Then climb on safely. x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostCamKenny Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Spend one day with an AMGA certified guide ... if you can afford the $$$. Otherwise post on the climbing partners board and find someone who has it together enough and wants to take on the task of instructing a climber new to placing gear. A guide is the best idea, but since not all of us can afford it teaming up with an experienced partner is the next best thing. Plus, its great for the person you team up with, too - teaching another makes one learn it that much better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neswstar Posted October 22, 2009 Author Share Posted October 22, 2009 Thank you for all the great suggessions. Funny hiring a guide should be mentioned. I just spend 3 in a AMGA course, and hope to bring some of that education with me to the class I am helping with. That class, covers more than a day with a guide could as it an 8 week class (field sessions/lectures). I beleive people learn in different ways - one of which is reading and looking at the pretty pictures. I like having text books to refer to. they can also provide a second opinion. This has helped me with my climbing to understand what is safe and what is not. Do not have "Alpine Climbing" Houston/Cosley - so will definately check it out. Have Pesterfield and Craig Luebben books, like them both. Thank you all for the additional input.!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letsroll Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Neswstar, f you don't mind me asking what class are you helping out with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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