Download or read book The Climber's Handbook written by Garth Hattingh and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 1998 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For both beginners and experienced climbers, "The Climber's Handbook" offers a practical guide to all forms of climbing, from bouldering and sport climbing to scaling alpine peaks. Mountaineer Garth Hattingh discusses techniques, equipment, safety, and methods of navigation, as well as climbers' responsibility to maintain the climbing environment. 200 color photos.