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With it's CE, UIAA, 3 Sigma and ISO qualtity certifications, Wild Country gear is some of the safest in the world. But however safe the gear is, there are always specific techniques and tips which will make even the safest gear safer to use. That why when Nigel Shepherd, a professional mountain guide and longstanding 'friend' of Wild Country approached us to help provide gear for his new book, 'The Complete Guide To Rope Techniques', we were excited to help. This brilliant new book sets out out with clear pictures and in simple steps the most invaluble lessons of how to manage your Rope, Belaying and Rescue skills as well as a host of other fantastic advice and loads of great knots.... So whether you are a beginner in confusion about the best way to use a belay plate or how to set up a safe abseil, or on your first Alpine or 'big route' missions there's plenty here to get stuck into. And with a bit of practice you can become a safer climber for both you and your partners sake! Nigel has provided Wild Country with some exclusive samples of his pages which are available as downloads in the 'Hints and Tips' section of the site. These include:
How to Tie an Alpine Clutch / Anchors and Stance Organisation / Basic Belaying - Single and double ropes / Abseiling Past a Knot / So just click here to have sneak preview and maybe learn something along the way! Published by Frances Lincoln Limited, at £12.99, the book is available through most good climbing stores and is also available at a discount through their website : www.franceslincoln.com And to go along with Nigels Basic Belaying pictures we have put a couple of basic belaying videos on our website... Just click here to see them...
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