The Art of Kayaking

Author: Nigel Foster
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493025716
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 329

Book Description
The Art of Kayaking is the distilled essence of a lifetime of kayak instruction at all skill levels around the world, with the added insights gained from years of designing kayaks, paddles, and kayaking equipment. This comprehensive kayaking manual by one of the biggest names in kayaking offers more essential detail about commonly used techniques than ever before published in a single volume. Color photo action sequences show how to perfect skills, and how to apply them. Maps, tables, and diagrams walk the reader through essential planning steps. No matter which type of kayak, paddle, or style of paddling the reader prefers, the appropriate techniques are described clearly and concisely. The progression through the book makes it easy to start as a beginner and to access as much information as can be tackled at any stage of development up to and including the expert. It is a definitive manual designed to stand the test of time.

Paddle Your Own Kayak

Author: Gary McGuffin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781770850125
Category : Kayaking
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Well-illustrated with more than 600 color photographs, this how-to book achieves as high a standard as the authors' Paddle Your Own Canoe with step-by-step instructions on essential techniques, and includes history, recommendations, camping and more.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Canoeing and Kayaking

Author: Canoe and Kayak Magazine
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440696233
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 404

Book Description
Go with the flow! You’re no idiot, of course. You love being on the water and in the great outdoors. But when it comes to canoeing or kayaking, you’re starting to think you hear a waterfall. Don’t head for higher ground! The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Canoeing and Kayaking will prepare you for your journey—whether you’re heading down a local river, around a regional lake, or into the ocean. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Detailed information on the different types of canoes, kayaks, and tips for choosing the right one for you. • Paddling strokes, maneuvers, and techniques for all kinds of conditions. • Foolproof tips on navigating all types of waters—from rough rapids to slow-moving streams. • Great advice on using kayaks and canoes for fitness, fishing, camping, and competition. Learn more about: • Safety considerations, including quick exits, Eskimo Rolls, swift water-rescue techniques, and more. • Safely paddling with kids, to make sure everyone has fun. • Clothing and equipment, including how to choose and care for a personal flotation device. • Paddling techniques and how they evolved through the years. • Planning a trip and choosing an outfitter or guide. • Building your own canoe or kayak.

Sea Kayak

Author: Gordon Brown
Publisher: Pesda Press
ISBN: 9780954706173
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 196

Book Description
This book is a modern guide to sea kayaking by one of the leading exponents of the sport who is also a highly respected coach in this field. Gordon Brown is a BCU Level 5 sea coach based on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. He shares his knowledge with you in his own succinct humorous style and very visual approach. In this book Gordon covers topics of kayaking history, physiology, boat and paddle dynamics, seamanship and navigation, safety and rescue, weather forecasting, caves, rockhopping and tidal races, expeditions and overnighting, as well as a wealth of tips and resources for the sea paddler. This is a visually stunning book printed on 170gsm silk paper filled with top quality photographs. Over seventy photographs and illustrations help to make this an essential modern manual for the sea kayaker.

Paddle Your Own Canoe

Author: Gary McGuffin
Publisher: Erin, Ont. : Boston Mills Press
ISBN: 9781550462142
Category : Canoes and canoeing
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The most comprehensive book ever written on canoeing technique ... essential guide for recreational paddlers is packed with information. -- Bushwacker's Wilderness Journal 09/2003.

Sea Kayaking Safety and Rescue

Author: John Lull
Publisher: Wilderness Press
ISBN: 089997547X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 298

Book Description
The most comprehensive manual on how to kayak safely in a wide variety of sea environments--from inland waterways to ocean rock gardens, tide rips, surf zones, and the open ocean. Aimed at beginners through experienced kayakers, this book describes how to deal with hazards, not just avoid them, using real-life, extensively tested techniques proven to work. You'll learn fundamental skills for recovery and rescue, and master safe paddling techniques in ocean conditions. Numerous photos accompany step-by-step descriptions of the Eskimo roll, towing methods, self- and partner-rescues, backup strategies, and group dynamics. The second edition has a fresh chapter on fine-tuning your strokes, which will significantly increase kayaking fun and safety.

Kayak Rolling

Author: Loel Collins
Publisher: Pesda Press
ISBN: 9780953195688
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 84

Book Description
Rolling is a skill critical to every kayaker's survival in water. This simple, four-color book provides a visual step-by-step approach to learning to roll a kayak and developing a bombproof roll in rough water. Modern and relevant to all kayakers, from sea kayakers to playboaters.

The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking

Author: Derek C. Hutchinson
Publisher: Adlard Coles
ISBN: 9780713638356
Category : Sea kayaking
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description

Kaʻnu Culture

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780958655408
Category : Canoe racing
Languages : en
Pages : 188

Book Description

Path of the Paddle

Author: Bill Mason
Publisher: Key Porter
ISBN: 9780919493384
Category : Canoes and canoeing
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description