A double-feature instructional DVD comprised of the award-winning video 'Liquid Skills' (Paddler Magazine's best-rated instructional of 2002), and 'SOAR' (Skills On All Rivers). Together, these videos cover the complete progression of whitewater kayaking technique, from the fundamental strokes and concepts, to the most advanced river running techniques. This is the ultimate DVD for those interested in getting into kayaking, or already kayaking but are looking to dramatically improve their paddling skills.
Price: 29.96
Great sea kayak trips from Victoria all the way up to Port Hardy, covering both sides of the island. Trips range from a lazy day excursion to an exciting multi-day voyage around Meares Island in Clayoquot Sound. 300 pages.
Price: 24.96
Here is a fascinating addition to the collection of books on John Wesley Powell's 1869 exploration of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. It contains the newly transcribed, unabridged journals and letters of Powell and his crew members written during the expedition. The author's detailed Introduction and biographical sketches paint Powell as an incompetent leader who monopolized credit for the trip's accomplishments to the exclusion of his extraordinary crew. 360 pages.
Price: 19.96
This is the 1st in a series of seamanship videos to be hosted by John Dowd. It introduces all the basic boating skills needed for sea touring, as well as the subject matter of later, more detailed videos in the series. This includes gear, safety checks, charts, planning, safety around other vessels, transport, basic strokes, navigational aids, rules of the waterways, rolling, self rescue, rescuing others, clothing, low impact camping, piloting, compass use, landing through surf, waves on beaches. Future videos in the series will focus separately, and in more depth upon navigation, weather, oceanography and managing ashore. Because the DVD is chapterized, it is easier to get to the skill you want to review than it would be in a video cassette version. Plus, Pause to review, is so much smoother in DVD.
Price: 29.96
This new guide takes you to the heart of the Southwest - the intersection of Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Packed with descriptions of all outdoor activities, including the best hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, rafting trips and outfitters; thorough coverage of seven national parks as well as national monuments, state, tribal, and historic parks; and a comprehensive treatment of the region's native cultures. 236 pages.
Price: 16.96
Detailed descriptions of 98 different trails, covering not only the Grand Canyon, but other top hiking destinations. Large maps provide rich detail in a format that's easy to read. Text gives park hours, length and difficulty of trails, facility details, permit requirements, and other pertinent info. 200 pages.
Price: 19.96
Meticulously researched, fully comprehensive guide to Little Cottonwood, Joe's Valley, Ibex, Big Bend, and Ogden. Attractive, user-friendly design includes 30 action photographs, stars, symbols, tick boxes, and graded lists. Built as tough as your crashpad with sown binding and 80-pound paper... this guidebook won't fall apart. 216 pages.
Price: 19.96
Offers 110 of the best alpine, trad, and sport climbs in Tuolumne Meadows. Each climb offers an elegant line, fabulous view of the Park, exceptional rock quality, and fascinating history. Most climbs are 5.5-5.10 with solid protection. Though these climbs are especially appealing to Tuolumne newcomers, climbers of all experience and ability will enjoy them. 180 pages.
Price: 24.96
Climber, guide and photographer Johnson shares his love of Peru with us, as he shows us the best that the Cordillera Blanca has to offer. In addition to route descriptions, he also includes 12 three-dimensional maps, using a cartographic technique never before presented in a climbing guidebook. Johnson's savvy travel tips and colorful anecdotes go a long way toward supporting the conventional wisdom that nowhere else are high-altitude climbs so enjoyable, accessible and inexpensive. The 185 color images including 14 panoramic images of mountains, all labeled. Plus twelve full color, 3-D maps of the valleys and mountains in the Cordillera Blanca. 208 pages.
Price: 35.96
Describes and illustrates in full color dozens of plant and animal species that can be found in the Park. It also explores the area's geology, climate, and history. This book, while mostly a nature guide, also has a brief section on where to hike. 234 pages.
Price: 19.96
Note: this is the DVD version. For the video cassette version, click here . Being able to recover from a capsize, understanding exposure, and dealing with emergencies are essential in sea kayaking. This 2-volume in-depth instructional video set (4 hours of instruction), produced by well-known instructor and symposium presenter, Wayne Horodowich, addresses these concerns with comprehensive demos of the following skills and techniques: solo recoveries, assisted recoveries, flare and radio demos, towing, rescue options, dressing for immersion, and treating exposure. The skills are shown for single and double kayaks, folding kayaks, and sit on tops. Get your set and one for the person who will save you. 240 min.
Price: 39.96
An introduction to sea kayaks and sea kayaking by the folks at a kayak center in San Diego. Shows the basics, ranging from the forward stroke to capsize recovery techniques. Ideal for the entry level paddler. 30 min.
Price: 24.99
Note: this is the DVD version. For the video cassette version, click here . $30 gets you a full one-day class with sea kayaker-extraordinaire Derek Hutchinson, summarized in 60 minutes of instruction, followed by 26 minutes of Derek being just himself, complete with hilarious stories (it's like drinking with him, without getting drunk!). He teaches you how to how to track and edge, in progressive steps, so you can be a more confident and efficient paddler. 86 min.
Price: 29.96
This is the DVD version of the video . Launching and landing in surf while remaining upright is of great concern to sea kayakers, and since waves occur on just about every body of water, knowing how to deal with surf should be a skill for all sea kayakers. Kayaking instructor and former member of the US Surf Kayaking Team, Wayne Horodowich, shows how to do it. Topics covered in the video include: oceanography, ocean effects on the kayak, flat water training drills, equipment and safety concerns, launchings, landings, group protocols, basic surfing techniques and a lot more. The primary focus of the video is to help the kayaker get through the surf zone successfully. 180 min.
Price: 39.96
As the leader in Sports blankets and throws for over twelve consecutive years, Biederlack of America is proud to present SPORTSTUFF, a complete line of collegiate sports team blankets and throws, pillows, body pillows, bean bags, bedrests, and wallhangings. These durable items carry the excitement of the South Carolina Gamecocks from a bedroom to a family room. Even outside in the stands they will make you comfortable and show your team spirit as well. A pillow for any room or situation. Perfect for watching the South Carolina Gamecocks win the big game! Features include: Full color team logo screen-printed in center of the pillow face. 100% cotton duck cover with polyester fill. Spot clean.
Price: 21.95
As the leader in Sports blankets and throws for over twelve consecutive years, Biederlack of America is proud to present SPORTSTUFF, a complete line of collegiate sports team blankets and throws, pillows, body pillows, bean bags, bedrests, and wallhangings. These durable items carry the excitement of the Texas Christian Horned Frogs from a bedroom to a family room. Even outside in the stands they will make you comfortable and show your team spirit as well. A pillow for any room or situation. Perfect for watching the Texas Christian Horned Frogs win the big game! Features include: Full color team logo screen-printed in center of the pillow face. 100% cotton duck cover with polyester fill. Spot clean.
Price: 19.95
100% silky finished cotton jersey short sleeve polo with 3-button placket, black nickel buttons, Antigua's signature ribbed collar & cuffs with tipping, twil tape on neck and side slits and full back yoke. Features the Minnesota Wild logo!
Price: 34.95
