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Avoid those cracks no longer with the most comprehensive guide to modern crack climbing! None of this old fuddy-duddy stuff, Crack Climbing - Mastering the Skills and Techniques is written by Pete Whittaker who is arguably the biggest force in crack climbing at the moment world wide. Originally we thought he was only about off-widths but he's shown in recent years to be a master of everything from the big body off-widths to finger tip seams. In 272 pages, Pete Whittaker covers absolutely everything there is to know regarding crack climbing. 

You'll be jamming your way up Janicepts in no time, then moving swiftly on to Century Crack!

Publisher's notes on Crack Climbing by Pete Whittaker

The ability to climb cracks is at the core of a climber’s craft. Crack Climbing by Pete Whittaker provides a single point of reference for all crack climbing techniques, regardless of the grade you climb.
Pete is widely regarded as one of the best crack climbers in the world, having made dozens of cutting-edge first ascents and hard repeats, including the first ascent of Century Crack (5.14b) in Canyonlands, Utah. In this book, Pete has drawn on years of experience to demonstrate the many different techniques and to give you an understanding of when, why and how to use them. Develop these skills with confidence and your climbing standard will improve.
The book is split into easily accessible sections on techniques for different widths of cracks, including finger cracks, hand and fist cracks, offwidth cracks and chimneys. Pete looks at the basics, including the hand jam – the essential technique in any crack climber’s repertoire – right through to advanced techniques such as the sidewinder and the trout tickler. Step-by-step practical information and how-tos are supplemented with tips and tricks from Pete alongside illustrations by Alex Poyzer and photographs. Additional chapters cover how to tape up, as well as essential gear and equipment.
Pete has also interviewed some of the world’s top crack climbers so that you can learn from the best. Gain insights from Lynn Hill, Alex Honnold, Barbara Zangerl, Peter Croft and more.
Master the craft and advance your climbing. It’s time to jam!

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