HT SLACKLINE: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE


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Originating in the climbing world, slacklining is the act of balancing along a narrow, flexible piece of webbing that has been anchored between two stable objects. How to Slackline! covers the short history of slacklining and the sport’s rapid growth since the advent of the Gibbon Trickline, which brought slacklining to enthusiasts outside the climbing community. The book includes detailed methods for building tricklines (low lines used for jumping tricks), longlines (low lines where the goal is to walk as long as possible), and highlines (slacklines rigged high between cliffs using climbing gear). Technique chapters cover the skills needed to practice all types of slacklining. How To Slackline! is the definitive resource on the emerging sport of slacklining, written by Hayley Ashburn, a top expert in the field, and accompanied by Scott Rogers' stunning color photography.




Beginner Guide to Slacklining for Balance


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Are you ready to master the art of balance and embrace the thrill of slacklining? Discover the Secrets: Dive into the fundamentals of slacklining, from setting up your line to finding your center of gravity. What gear do you need? How do you choose the perfect location? Find out everything you need to know to get started right. Master Your Balance: Uncover techniques and tips to improve your balance and stability on the line. How do you maintain focus and stay steady? Learn the tricks that will have you gliding confidently across the slackline in no time. Unlock Advanced Skills: Ready to take your slacklining to the next level? Explore advanced tricks and maneuvers that will challenge and thrill you. From jumps and spins to walking backward, unleash your inner slackline ninja. Safety First: Safety is paramount in any sport. Learn essential safety practices, how to prevent common injuries, and what to do in case of emergencies. Stay safe while pushing your limits and having fun. In "BEGINNER GUIDE TO SLACKLINING FOR BALANCE," you'll find: Detailed explanations of slacklining equipment and setup Step-by-step instructions for mastering basic and advanced slackline skills Safety guidelines and injury prevention tips Expert advice for choosing the right slackline for your goals Inspirational stories from experienced slackliners And much more! Get ready to elevate your balance, focus, and confidence with the ultimate guide to slacklining. Whether you're a beginner or looking to level up your skills, this book has everything you need to become a slackline pro. Elevate your balance, conquer new challenges, and experience the thrill of slacklining. Dive into "BEGINNER GUIDE TO SLACKLINING FOR BALANCE" today and start your journey towards master. GET YOUR COPY




Rappelling


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In Rappelling you'll find everything you need to know about descending a rope, from the most basic to advanced techniques, including knots, rigging strategies, rappel devices, and more. Included is a comprehensive discussion of ropes, slings, and all the hardware used in rappelling. Rappelling techniques for climbing are covered in detail, including multi-pitch rappelling methods and rope management. Single rope fixed line rappelling techniques used in caving, canyoneering, and for industrial applications are also discussed, along with improvised rope ascending techniques ("prusiking") and ascending a fixed rope with mechanical ascenders ("jumaring"). Rappelling accident analysis and prevention is also included, along with a section on rappel back-ups and safety checks. Inside you'll find information on: Ropes Rappel devices Slings and webbing Knots and hitches Rigging rappel anchors Rappelling methods Rope retrieval techniques Rappelling accident analysis Rappel safety back-ups Working with fixed lines Rope ascending techniques




How to Ice Climb!


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Ice climbing continues to grow more popular every year. Advances in equipment and technique have helped make the sport accessible to a wide variety of outdoor enthusiasts. How to Ice Climb! is the most complete and up-to-date reference available on the sport. Sean Isaac and Tim Banfield provide essential information for beginners and valuable tips for experts. Starting with an overview of the history of ice climbing, the authors move on to cover equipment selection, approach strategies, avalanche safety, hazard management, movement skills, anchor systems, overhanging ice, mixed climbing, and more. All facets of ice climbing are thoroughly examined and explained. Full color photos complement the text to make How to Ice Climb! the most complete resource available. LOOK INSIDE FOR: Expert advice Tricks and techniques Full color photos Inspiration and motivation




Building Your Own Climbing Wall


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If you want to get a total body work out, climbing is the way to do it, and building your own climbing wall allows you to train and have fun any time you want, rather than having to drive to a climbing gym during open hours. Building Your Own Climbing Wall provides the essential information you need to plan and construct your own indoor or outdoor climbing wall, including step by step instructions, equipment lists, information on how to make your own holds, and specific building plans and design ideas for making your climbing wall make maximum use of the space you have.







The Bluejackets' Manual


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Containing information on the US Navy's customs and ceremonies, this new edition includes details of the recent technological advances in today's Navy. The book has sections covering weapons, ships and aircraft, training procedures and the code of military justice.




National Electrical Code 2011 Handbook


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The "National Electrical Code 2011 Handbook" provides the full text of the updated code regulations alongside expert commentary from code specialists, offering code rationale, clarifications for new and updated rules, and practical, real-world advice on how to apply the code.




Statics of Historic Masonry Constructions


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Masonry constructions are the great majority of the buildings in Europe’s historical centres and the most important monuments in its architectural heritage and the demand for their safety assessments and restoration projects is pressing and constant. Nevertheless, there is a lack of a widely accepted approach to studying the statics of masonry structures. This book aims to help fill these gaps by presenting a new comprehensive, unified theory of statics of masonry constructions. The book, result of thirty years of research and professional experience, through an interdisciplinary approach combining engineering, architecture, advances from the simple to the complex and analyses statics of a large variety of masonry constructions, as arches, domes, cross and cloister vaults, piers, towers, cathedrals and buildings under seismic actions.




An Explorer Comes Home


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