Knack Rock Climbing gets people started by giving them fundamental knowledge about climbing, equipment, movement, and safety. Rock climbing can be a difficult, dangerous sport. But it doesn't have to be. Enter Knack Rock Climbing. An ideal primer for anyone who wants to climb--whether in a gym or outside on the rocks--it presents the essentials as never before. Full-color, step-by-step photos and succinct instructions show you exactly what equipment yu need and how to use it--for such basic skills as belaying, lowering, rappelling, knot-tying, setting up anchors, and lead. With this book and some expert guidance, you'll soon be out on the rocks and safely climbing.