Discover the excitement and adventure of paddling on the open sea. This thoroughly revised fifth edition of The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking is a comprehensive guide for the beginner and a useful reference source for the seasoned veteran. From basic strokes and techniques to advanced rescue manoeuvres, kayak history to boat design, this is a fundamental book for all sea kayakers. With this book in hand readers will learn about choosing a kayak and paddle, launching, how to outfit themselves, advice on kayak strokes, manoeuvres, navigation, equipment, and the newest technology. This new edition contains additional material on the history and origins of the kayak, as well as new information on navigation. The chapters on strokes and techniques have been expanded considerably and now present information in a master-class format that caters to novice paddlers.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN-13
9780762728251
eBay Product ID (ePID)
87801030
Product Key Features
Book Title
Complete Book of Sea Kayaking
Author
Derek C. Hutchinson
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2004
Genre
Sports
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
191mm
Item Weight
46g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Derek C. Hutchinson
Series Title
How to Paddle Series
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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