I am a beginning rock climber who has taken one weekend class but have no gear of my own except a harness and a helmet.
What is the basic essential gear I would need for top roping?
For lead climbing?
How many different types of protection should I start with?
I see a lot of gear on EBay but have no idea about its value. What can I expect to pay for some of this stuff new or used?
I have "Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills" but it doesn't answer all my questions.