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| 'Whitewater Rescue Manual' (Book) by Charles Walbridge and Wayne A. Sundmacher |
Developers of the American Canoe Association River Rescue Program present the latest info and techniques for river rescue, interlaced with case histories of accidents and rescues. 176 pages.
Price: 17.96
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| 'Trailside Guide: Kayaking' (Book) by Steven Krauzer |
Companion book to the Trailside video-Public TV series, this volume gives detailed info on how to get started in kayaking (both whitewater and touring): strokes, navigation, safety and rescue, etc, plus the latest info on equipment. 192 pages.
Price: 18.96
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| 'Rappelling' (Book) by Tom Martin |
Written for rescue squads, fire departments, and the military, who must rappel to save lives, but long-popular with climbers, too. Covers types and use of descender devices, harnesses, ropes, knots, anchors, the belay, and more. Hard cover, 275 pages.
Price: 16.96
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| 'Kayaking Made Easy' (Book) by Dennis Stuhaug |
Canoe and Kayak magazine's Stuhaug gives detailed advice from launch to landing and all in between. How to choose and outfit your craft, capsize recovery maneuvers and more. 176 pages.
Price: 17.96
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| 'The Complete Whitewater Rafter' (Book) by Jeff Bennett |
Comprehensive how-to. In addition to all the usual stuff an intro manual has, this one covers rafting for the handicapped, river camping and cooking, single- and multi-day trips, gear maintenance and repair, river conservation, and guiding as a profession. 208 pages.
Price: 16.96
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| 'Canoeing: Complete Guide To Equipment & Technique' (Book) by Dave Harrison |
Formerly known as Sports Illustrated Canoeing. Topics include choosing boats and paddles; transporting and launching; learning basic strokes; dealing with various paddling situations, from quiet water to whitewater; choosing gear, food, campsites; and getting started in competitive canoeing. 192 pages.
Price: 15.96
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| 'Swiftwater Rescue' (Book) by Slim Ray |
Written by noted whitewater safety and rescue expert Slim Ray for the rescue professional, this is a comprehensive, up-to-date reference. Covers rescuer safety, swiftwater rescue techniques, rigging, helicopters and medical considerations. 244 pages.
Price: 24.96
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| 'Paddling Basics: Canoeing' (Book) by Cecil Kuhne |
Basic and advanced paddling techniques; in-depth examination of canoe types and characteristics; checklists and recommendations for preparing a canoe outing. 160 pages.
Price: 15.96
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| 'Complete Sea Kayak Touring' (Book) by Jonathan Hanson |
Manual for planning the ideal sea kayaking expedition, covering everything from provisioning, gear, navigation, and bivouacking to kayak sailing. Includes sidebars for destinations from Baja to Newfoundland. 224 pages.
Price: 19.96
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| 'Nigel Foster's Surf Kayaking' (Book) by Nigel Foster |
Info on: assessing surf conditions, special techniques such as pirouettes, steering a zig-zag course. BCU top coach Foster's photo sequences show best techniques to employ in a variety of surf situations. 100 pages.
Price: 16.96
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| 'Paddling Basics: Kayaking' (Book) by Cecil Kuhne |
For beginning whitewater kayakers. Describes different types of kayaks and their specific uses; basic and advanced paddling techniques, conditioning, trip planning and safety; special sections on navigating river currents and avoiding hazards. 144 pages.
Price: 17.96
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| 'British Canoe Union Canoe and Kayak Handbook' (Book) by Franco Ferrero |
Written by current British Canoe Union coaches and practitioners, this book is an invaluable source of info for both novice and expert alike. For the newcomer it will provide a firm foundation in their chosen aspect of the sport. The coach or experienced paddler will find it invaluable as: an update to current theory and practice, an introduction to new aspects of the sport, a pointer to other sources of information such as relevant books and websites. 352 pages.
Price: 36.26
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| 'Whitewater Paddling: Strokes & Concepts' (Book) by Eric Jackson |
Expert instruction in beginning and advanced whitewater strokes; techniques illustrated in on-the-water photos of a champion paddler; advice on early correction of common paddling mistakes, warm-up and practice drills, improving technique. 96 pages.
Price: 17.96
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| 'Sea Kayaker's Savvy Paddler' (Book) by Doug Alderson |
More than 500 tips for making sea kayaking easier, safer, more enjoyable. Drawn in part from the popular 'Tips' column in Sea Kayaker magazine, all tips have been tested and refined in the field. And they are complemented by practical discussions of packing for a multi-day trip, recipes for quick meals, etc. 140 pages.
Price: 15.96
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| 'Sea Kayaking Safety & Rescue' (Book) by John Lull |
Certified A California instructor John Lull shows how to deal with potential dangers, including step-by-step instructions on rolling, towing, self- and partner-rescues, etc. Also back-up strategies and group dynamics. 280 pages.
Price: 18.96
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| 'The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook' (Book) by Shelly Johnson |
Complete treatment of the entire sea kayaking spectrum, from equipment to technique; from basic strokes to the Eskimo Roll; from maintenance to customizing. 304 pages.
Price: 18.96
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| 'The Playboater's Handbook II' (Book) by Ken Whiting |
Follows up on the best-selling success of the original handbook, with a complete, up-to-date look at freestyle kayaking technique in a large, full color format. Written by World Champion kayaker, Ken Whiting, this 2nd edition (2002) also features segments by a variety of other elite freestyle paddlers, including Eric Jackson, Corran Addison, Tyler Curtis, and Kevin Varette. The book covers the full scope of freestyle kayaking technique, from the fundamental skill sets and 'catching your first wave',to the latest, most advanced moves like the aerial loop or Tricky Whu. Also covers other important topics such as safety issues, choosing the right equipment, and a checklist of the top playboating destinations in the world. 224 pages.
Price: 22.96
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| 'Basic Canoeing' (Book) by Jon Rounds |
Wayne Dickert, head instructor at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, demonstrates proper paddling technique for the beginning paddler. He also presents the most important strokes, each illustrated in sequential photos with concise text. Loads of color photos and illustrations add greatly to the book's usefulness. Spiral bound, 96 pages.
Price: 16.96
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