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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Water sports & recreations > Boating > Canoeing & kayaking

Kayak: The New Frontier - The Animated Manual of Intermediate and Advanced Whitewater Technique (Hardcover, Second Edition):... Kayak: The New Frontier - The Animated Manual of Intermediate and Advanced Whitewater Technique (Hardcover, Second Edition)
William Nealy
R957 R813 Discovery Miles 8 130 Save R144 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Laugh and learn kayaking skills, from basic to advanced, through detailed text and more than 400 humorous illustrations! If you want to learn how to paddle-and laugh out loud while doing so-William Nealy's classic illustrated kayaking-skills manual remains dead-on hilarious. Kayak demonstrates important paddling techniques through humorous illustrations, along with detailed explanations from the renowned kayaker. This book is perfect for beginners and more experienced paddlers, from hardcore hippy hairboaters who used to catch air in their block-long Dancers to insane youngsters clattering tiny plastic boats down steep creeks with more rocks than water. You'll get to know everything from kayak and rapids anatomy to paddling techniques to river rescue methods. Inside you'll find Over 400 illustrations that break down even the most complex kayaking skills Carefully crafted information to reflect the latest in paddling technology How-to descriptions that make even difficult whitewater techniques understandable William Nealy is back and more useful and entertaining than ever. You may break a rib laughing, but with him holding your hand, you'll be less likely to break a bone while boofing an insane rapid or even an entire waterfall!

Building a Strip Canoe, Second Edition, Revised & Expanded (Paperback, Expanded): Gil Gilpatrick Building a Strip Canoe, Second Edition, Revised & Expanded (Paperback, Expanded)
Gil Gilpatrick
R627 R497 Discovery Miles 4 970 Save R130 (21%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This title includes full-sized plans for 8 canoe designs, most of which are the author's own adaptations. The step-by-step directions are accompanied by more than 100 photographs and illustrations. Covering everything from safety in the boat to shop repairs, Gil Gilpatrick thoroughly explains the whys and shortcuts learned from his experience in the shop and on the water. A Maine guide, he uses his own canoes and tests their performance on the challenging Allagash River every summer. It includes full-sized plans for 8 well-proven canoe designs, most of which are the author's own adaptations. Step-by-step directions for building a canoe from start to finish are accompanied by more than 100 photographs and illustrations.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area: Western Region (Hardcover, Seventh Edition): Robert Beymer, Louis Dzierzak Boundary Waters Canoe Area: Western Region (Hardcover, Seventh Edition)
Robert Beymer, Louis Dzierzak
R782 R682 Discovery Miles 6 820 Save R100 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With thousands of lakes and streams, over 1200 miles of canoe routes, 160 miles of portage trails, and 2000 campsites, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a true paddler's paradise. Extending nearly 150 miles in northern Minnesota along the Canadian border, the wilderness area encompasses more than 1 million acres. This Western Region edition of the classic two-volume guide has been fully updated by area journalist Louis Dzierzak, with full coverage of 50-plus entry points and routes. Trip descriptions include day-by-day paddling distances, portage tips, and difficulty ratings, and identify the appropriate water-resistant, topographic maps W.A. Fisher maps for each trip. Together, these books deliver everything a visitor needs for the experience of a lifetime.

Boundary Waters Canoe Area: Eastern Region (Hardcover, Fifth Edition): Robert Beymer, Louis Dzierzak Boundary Waters Canoe Area: Eastern Region (Hardcover, Fifth Edition)
Robert Beymer, Louis Dzierzak
R785 R685 Discovery Miles 6 850 Save R100 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With thousands of lakes and streams, over 1200 miles of canoe routes, 160 miles of portage trails, and 2000 campsites, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is a true paddler's paradise. Extending nearly 150 miles in northern Minnesota along the Canadian border, the wilderness area encompasses more than 1 million acres. This Eastern Region edition of the classic two-volume guide has been fully updated by area journalist Louis Dzierzak, with full coverage of 50-plus entry points and routes. Trip descriptions include day-by-day paddling distances, portage tips, and difficulty ratings, and identify the appropriate water-resistant, topographic maps W.A. Fisher maps for each trip. Together, these books deliver everything a visitor needs for the experience of a lifetime.

Paddling Maryland and Washington, DC - A Guide to the Area's Greatest Paddling Adventures (Paperback): Jeff Lowman Paddling Maryland and Washington, DC - A Guide to the Area's Greatest Paddling Adventures (Paperback)
Jeff Lowman
R649 Discovery Miles 6 490 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The rivers of Maryland and Washington, D.C. hold a wealth of splendor from Annapolis to Worcester County. Paddling Maryland and Washington, D.C. features fifty river trips for avid paddlers, floaters, and anglers searching for the perfect paddle, whether it is a half-day or a full-day trip. History buffs will appreciate the sidebars detailing local information. Look inside to find: ·Full-color photos ·GPS coordinates ·Detailed river descriptions ·Maps showing access points and river miles ·Level of difficulty, optimal flows, rapids, and other hazards ·Historical information For more than twenty-five years, FalconGuides® have set the standard for outdoor guidebooks. Written by top experts, each guide invites you to experience the adventure and beauty of the outdoors.

Adventure Kayaking: Cape Cod and Marthas (Hardcover, Second Edition): David Weintraub Adventure Kayaking: Cape Cod and Marthas (Hardcover, Second Edition)
David Weintraub
R826 R715 Discovery Miles 7 150 Save R111 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Discover what the Pilgrims missed when they moved to Plymouth after landing on Cape Cod. Explore the numerous bays, ponds, harbors, marshes, and tidal creeks of this New England treasure. In the expanded second edition of this classic book, author David Weintraub adds kayaking adventure off Martha Vineyard's shores. From one-hour trips to all-day excursions, kayakers of every skill level will find a route to explore.Trip descriptions, maps, launch sites, and driving directions, plus nearby historical and scenic attractions: this book is a must-have guide to the solitude and beauty of these regions.

Canoe and Kayak Games - 250 Best Paddle Sport Games (Paperback, 4th Revised edition): Dave Ruse, Loel Collins Canoe and Kayak Games - 250 Best Paddle Sport Games (Paperback, 4th Revised edition)
Dave Ruse, Loel Collins
R459 Discovery Miles 4 590 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Contains 250 paddle sports games for serious training, fun paddling, various types of canoes and kayaks, various levels of skill, and many different types of water. This book is produced in association with the British Canoe Union and the Plas Brenin National Mountaineering Centre.

Paddling Through Depression-Era Europe - Eight Countries by Canoe & Kayak (Hardcover): J. Stannard Baker Paddling Through Depression-Era Europe - Eight Countries by Canoe & Kayak (Hardcover)
J. Stannard Baker
R826 Discovery Miles 8 260 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Inflatable Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide - Buying, Learning & Exploring (Paperback): Chris Scott Inflatable Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide - Buying, Learning & Exploring (Paperback)
Chris Scott
R328 R295 Discovery Miles 2 950 Save R33 (10%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

There has been an explosion of interest in paddling right across the world - in 2020, British Canoeing reported a 40% rise in members, with 19,000 signing up in a 3-month period. Much of this interest has been in inflatable kayaks, with the author's own website (inflatablekayaksandpackrafts.com) averaging 1,000 visits a day. The comparatively low cost, the convenience of inflatable kayaks, and the fact that you can just get in and go, all add up to their appeal. And with thousands of miles of waterways in the UK, most are within reach of a river or canal where you can paddle your kayak and enjoy being in the fresh air, gently travelling through the natural world. You see the country from a different perspective and in an eco-friendly way. But, as with everything, a little bit of knowledge and technique makes the experience so much more enjoyable! That is where this book comes in. It provides a perfect introduction to the sport. It takes you through the different types of inflatable kayaks so you buy the one that is right for you. It shows you the basic on-the-water skills that you will need, including getting in and out, how to paddle straight and turn. It outlines the gear you will need and talks about where to paddle as well as weather, safety, maintenance and repair of your equipment. It covers kayaking in rivers and canals, lakes and lochs, and coastal kayaking. All aspects are heavily illustrated with colour photographs making it easy to understand and clear to follow.

The Ultimate Canoe Challenge - 28,000 Miles Through North America (Hardcover): Brand Frentz The Ultimate Canoe Challenge - 28,000 Miles Through North America (Hardcover)
Brand Frentz; As told to Verlen Kruger
R508 Discovery Miles 5 080 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Verlen Kruger and Steve Landick came up with the idea of a canoe trip that would surpass all others, and they did it. Paddling their canoes or carrying them on the connecting land passages, they toured North America, from Montana to Manhattan, from New Orleans to the Arctic Ocean, from Baja California to home in Lansing, Michigan.

They mastered wild storms on the ocean, often paddled 75-100 miles or more in a day, shot through deadly rapids going downstream, and paddled up several major rivers, reaching the climax by going up the Grand Canyon. Again and again they were warned, "It can't be done" or "You'll never make it," but each time they rose to the challenge and kept going, finally completing a canoe trip of 28,000 miles that lasted three and a half years and was appropriately named "The Ultimate Canoe Challenge." This is the story as Verlen lived it.

Carolina Whitewater - A Paddler's Guide to the Western Carolinas (Hardcover, Ninth Edition): David Benner, Bob Benner Carolina Whitewater - A Paddler's Guide to the Western Carolinas (Hardcover, Ninth Edition)
David Benner, Bob Benner
R820 R715 Discovery Miles 7 150 Save R105 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The ultimate guide to paddling whitewater in the western Carolinas, Carolina Whitewater has guided boaters to the best water in the Tar Heel and Palmetto states for almost 30 years. This latest edition includes expanded and updated information for the classic rivers, like the Chattooga, French Broad, and Nantahala, in addition to many new steep creeks including Cove, Rockhouse, and Hurricane. New to this edition is a section on flatwater that is suitable for canoe camping and can be handled by beginner and novice paddlers. Profiled runs are from the Broad River and two of its tributaries, the Enoree and the Tyger. The convenient at-a-glance format for each river section makes it easy to find critical details such as difficulty, length, paddling time, gradient, and more. River descriptions, shuttle and gauge information, and topographic-based maps complete the useful information needed to help boaters pick rivers to match their ability. With over 80 detailed profiles and more than 60 maps of the best canoeing and kayaking waterways in the Carolinas, this guide is indispensable. From quiet float trips on the French Broad to exciting runs on the fast-flowing Nolichucky, Carolina Whitewater details the best paddling experiences in both states.

A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to the Ozarks (Hardcover, Third Edition): Tom Kennon A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to the Ozarks (Hardcover, Third Edition)
Tom Kennon
R787 R687 Discovery Miles 6 870 Save R100 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In the heartland of America rise the Ozark Mountains, teeming with cascading, free-flowing streams. Situated astride the Missouri/Arkansas border, the Ozarks represent a canoeing and kayaking wonderland. Still a comprehensive, accurate and readable guide, but now with a new design and format, A Canoeing & Kayaking Guide to the Ozarks (formerly Ozark Whitewater) catalogs the varied rivers of the region. Inside are updated descriptions of all the classic rivers, including the Buffalo National and Little Missouri, as well as exciting new reports of today's steep creek runs: Bryant, Turkey, and many others. This guide is the definitive sourcebook for Ozark river sport.

Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia (Hardcover, Fifth Edition): Paul Davidson, Ward Eister, Dirk Davidson, Charlie Walbridge,... Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia (Hardcover, Fifth Edition)
Paul Davidson, Ward Eister, Dirk Davidson, Charlie Walbridge, Turner Sharp, …
R878 R762 Discovery Miles 7 620 Save R116 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Get the authoritative guide to the waterways of West Virginia, featuring almost all of the state's paddleable waterways in more than 200 trips. West Virginia's paddling routes are legendary: Gauley River, North Branch of the Potomac, New River, Cheat River, Tygart River, Waites Run, Red Run, Roaring Creek, and Keeney Creek-just to name a few! The best way to experience the Mountain State is by paddle. Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia is the most comprehensive guide to the best of West Virginia's unique streams, creeks, and rivers. It provides engaging and concise information, while offering carefully selected details vital to a successful paddling adventure. Since 1965-when this guidebook was called Wildwater West Virginia, a collective effort by members of the West Virginia Wildwater Association-Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia has been a trusted source for paddlers. This updated edition leads paddlers of all abilities to over 120 of West Virginia's waterways. The result of combined knowledge of hundreds of paddlers, this guidebook gives paddlers all the information they need to traverse rivers safely and confidently. Book Features Details on over 200 top paddling trips New river profiles and updated maps and contact information Ratings for solitude and scenery At-a-glance data including river class, length, time, and more Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia is simply the best and most informative West Virginia paddling guide available. Wet your paddle and whet your taste for outdoor adventure.

Sea Kayaking Central and Northern California - The Best Days Trips And Tours From The Lost Coast To Pismo Beach (Paperback,... Sea Kayaking Central and Northern California - The Best Days Trips And Tours From The Lost Coast To Pismo Beach (Paperback, Second Edition)
Roger Schumann
R460 Discovery Miles 4 600 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Sea kayaking opens up a whole world of exploration. It's an exciting way to enjoy the beauty of America's coastal regions. In Sea Kayaking in Central and Northern California, readers are able discover the very best kayaking trips in the Pacific ocean. Drawing on the author's years of in-depth experience, Sea Kayaking in Central and Northern California is essential reading for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. This new edition is totally revised and updated. Look inside to find: * GPS coordinates for all launch sites and landmarks * 7 new trips, now extending all the way south to Pismo Beach * New "quick trips" sections in each area with basic launch site info for dozens more trips, including "Bay Area Lakes and Reservoirs" * Where to find kayak rentals nearby * Correct street addresses for launch sites that will work with your car's GPS * Addresses for important websites, including downloadable NOAA charts for many trips, National Weather Service Marine Forecasts and Aerial Photos of the launch sites for most trips, and Live Web Cams where available.

Paddle the Thames - A Guide for Canoes, Kayaks and Sup's (Paperback): Mark Rainsley Paddle the Thames - A Guide for Canoes, Kayaks and Sup's (Paperback)
Mark Rainsley
R612 Discovery Miles 6 120 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The River Thames is simply a fantastic place to paddle your canoe, kayak or paddleboard, whether touring, training, racing, expeditioning or just 'bimbling'. From its early reaches in the Cotswold Hills, through the Home Counties into London and far out beyond into the estuary, the river's surroundings are remarkably varied and diverse, yet always attractive and engaging. If your mental image of the Thames depicts an urban sewer, be prepared to be amazed; the water is clean, the banks are invariably green and naturalists describe the river's ecosystems as a 'wildlife superhighway'. This natural beauty is equalled by the human story which the Thames narrates; from locks, gardens and parks to mansions, abbeys, castles and palaces, the paddler is continuously immersed in what MP John Burns famously called 'liquid history'. The riverine Arcadia of willow-draped banks, back channels and islands celebrated in Three Men in a Boat and The Wind in the Willows was not a myth, and it still exists.Is a paddler's guidebook to the Thames needed? Britain's best-known river might actually be the least-known by paddlers.The huge paddling population and numerous canoe clubs based along it belie a surprising fact; many of these paddlers aren't sure what is found up- and down-stream from their patch. In a river stretching 347km, this is both understandable and forgivable. However, there are other reasons for the relatively low numbers of paddlers encountered whilst enjoying the Thames. Information about where and how to launch is hard to come by, existing guides and media give the impression that the Thames is the preserve of powerboats and rowers, and finally, the perception often lingers that it isn't actually very attractive or interesting. This book sets out to redress these major omissions and misconceptions, and to reclaim John 'Rob Roy' MacGregor's river for paddlers.Mark Rainsley has spent three decades using paddlesport as a means of avoiding adulthood and responsibility. He is a fanatical paddler who has descended challenging whitewater rivers worldwide, and who is dedicated to exploring every nook and cranny of the UK's coast by sea kayak. He created the UK Rivers and UK Sea Kayak websites and is a prolific contributor to paddlesport magazines and other media.Mark authored other Pesda Press titles.

Improving Your Stand Up Paddleboarding - A Guide to Getting the Most out of Your Sup: Touring, Racing, Yoga & Surf (Paperback):... Improving Your Stand Up Paddleboarding - A Guide to Getting the Most out of Your Sup: Touring, Racing, Yoga & Surf (Paperback)
Andy Burrows, James Drunen
R518 R471 Discovery Miles 4 710 Save R47 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Stand Up Paddleboarding is the fastest growing water-based activity worldwide. Thousands have tried it, with many more taking it up each year. It is easy to make the first steps to stand on a board and paddle. But many want to take this further - be it paddling greater distances, starting to race, SUPing in the surf, using it to improve their fitness or enhancing their well-being through yoga. To develop your SUPing requires a combination of improved technique, skills, fitness and mental attitude. This book will help anyone interested in SUPing get better at it. It shows how to improve your efficiency, technique, skills and physical capability before exploring the different ways of participating and the equipment you need. It suggests that seeking continuous improvement and rising to personal SUP challenges can help you enter the flow state, which enhances happiness. Packed with photos and photo sequences, this book provides both the inspiration and a blueprint for understanding how to improve your SUP capabilities in the area you choose.

Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide (Paperback): Nigel Foster Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide (Paperback)
Nigel Foster
R274 R125 Discovery Miles 1 250 Save R149 (54%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Kayaking is a tremedously wide-ranging sport. You can go for a leisurely paddle on your local pond, travel down a river or experience the thrills of white water. It is trully a sport for life. This lavishly-illustrated, clearly-written guide will have you out on the water fast - and in safety. It covers how to get started, the equipment you'll need, launching, how to control the boat, basic manoeuvres, what to do if you capsize, the Eskimo roll and rescue procedures.

NOC Stories - Changing Lives at the Nantahala Outdoor Center Since 1972 (Hardcover): Payson Kennedy NOC Stories - Changing Lives at the Nantahala Outdoor Center Since 1972 (Hardcover)
Payson Kennedy; Edited by Greg Hlavaty
R908 R792 Discovery Miles 7 920 Save R116 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

NOC Stories describes the Nantahala Outdoor Center's first 25 years, a time of explosive growth in whitewater sports and instruction. NOC Stories by Payson Kennedy and Greg Hlavaty presents a history of the Nantahala Outdoor Center as seen through the eyes of early leaders and some of its dedicated staff. This history spans the years 1972-1997 and approaches the story of the NOC's inception and growth in conjunction with the explosive growth of paddlesports and paddle instruction; in a very real sense, the great strides in paddle instruction and the growth of whitewater sports parallels the growth of the NOC. Many people today see the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) for what it has become: a seminal Southeastern paddling hub and profitable business. What they don't know is that the NOC started with a semi-utopian vision, the idea that friends could work together at pursuits they were passionate about, and that this endeavor would not only be profitable for the company, but also life-changing for the individual. That's not something many businesses can say, but in the case of NOC, it's turned out to be true. If you asked current culture-makers and business owners in the whitewater industry about their formative years, you'd find many were previous staff members, clinic participants, and visitors at the NOC. You'd likely also hear that the NOC was instrumental in refining their skillset and in inspiring them to become pioneers in their field. From rafting to river rescue, paddling instruction to Olympic competition, the one thing this diverse group has in common is the NOC. These people are the stories that have become the NOC's legacy, and this book is an attempt to collect and make sense of them. But the book also features a very human element, a tinge of adventure that sets it apart from your standard history text. The stories in this book, in addition to their historical value, offer a testament to the experiential aspect of working at the NOC, that ineffable change that has affected so many staff and that forms the basis for outdoor adventure programs. The NOC was, and is, a dream; these are the stories of its dreamers.

Canoeing & Kayaking New York (Paperback): Kevin Stiegelmaier Canoeing & Kayaking New York (Paperback)
Kevin Stiegelmaier
R457 R431 Discovery Miles 4 310 Save R26 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"Canoeing and Kayaking New York" includes descriptions of 50 of the best trips on New York's dozens of rivers. Along with runs for both experienced paddlers and novices and profiles for both over-nighters and short, round-trip day paddles, this book contains all the information necessary for a safe, enjoyable trip. Kevin Stiegelmaier combines information about tides, river gauges, GPS waypoints, and maps with personal anecdotes, historical trivia, and descriptions of local plants and animals, sprinkled with a touch of humor.

Norfolk Broads Canoe and Kayak Guide (Paperback, 2nd New edition): Steve Maloney Norfolk Broads Canoe and Kayak Guide (Paperback, 2nd New edition)
Steve Maloney
R474 Discovery Miles 4 740 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The Norfolk Broads is a unique wetland environment, with marvellous wildlife and scenery that is ideal for exploring by canoe or kayak. This guide provides all the information you need to plan your journey through this picturesque landscape. Seven rivers and fourteen Broads are described in detail, with information on launching points, local attractions, wildlife and history. Distances between launching points are also provided, along with details of riverside campsites and pubs, enabling you to plan single and multi-day trips. To help you prepare for your journey there is also advice on tides, safety, access and environmental issues. The 2nd Edition contains 128 small but significant updates.

Great Glen Canoe Trail - A complete guide to Scotland's first formal canoe trail (Paperback, 2nd New edition): Donald... Great Glen Canoe Trail - A complete guide to Scotland's first formal canoe trail (Paperback, 2nd New edition)
Donald MacPherson
R398 Discovery Miles 3 980 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

A complete guide to Scotland's first formal canoe trail. Revised and updated in this 2nd edition. This guide is an essential resource to help you plan your journey through the Great Glen across Scotland. As well as the calm waters of the Caledonian Canal there are the challenging open waters of Loch Lochy and Loch Ness. Here you will find advice on how to deal with the conditions as well as food, equipment, safety, communication and rescue. The best craft for the adventure are open canoes, sea kayaks or touring kayaks. There is advice on choosing the right craft, loading it, and the best ways of carrying it over portages. The coast to coast route can normally be completed in three to five days. We have split the route into a five- day expedition and each day is described in detail, including camping and other forms of accommodation. There are also numerous single day options and, for the more advanced paddlers, suggested routes that link stretches of river with lochs and canal sections.

English Canoe Classics, v. 1: North (Paperback): Eddie Palmer, Nigel Wilford English Canoe Classics, v. 1: North (Paperback)
Eddie Palmer, Nigel Wilford
R517 Discovery Miles 5 170 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

"English Canoe Classics" is an illustrated guide to some of the finest tours of northern England's waterways, from the North Tyne in Northumbria to the Shropshire Union Canal in the West Midlands. Scenic lakes, placid canals and broad rivers, as they can only be seen from a canoe or kayak. Eddie and 'Wilf' have chosen the best inland touring routes. They are described in great detail and illustrated with numerous colour photos and maps. The selected routes are suitable for open canoes, sit-on-tops and touring kayaks. Many of them can be tackled as a single voyage or a series of day trips, with campsites en route. The journeys are all accessible but highly varied, taking place on lakes, sheltered coastline, rivers and canals. A wonderful book for planning voyages and inspiring dreams, or sharing your experiences with others. Eddie Palmer bought his first kayak over 50 years ago. It was a wood and canvas one in which he set out to paddle rivers in his part of middle England and Wales. Since then, he has kayaked and canoed extensively in the UK, Ireland, western and eastern Europe, the USA and Canada and southern Africa. His passion over the past few years has been for long-distance canoe-camping. After a competitive career in slalom and whitewater racing, he still paddles whitewater. Eddie is a Board Director of the SCA and is the co-author of Scottish Canoe Touring, author of Scottish Canoe Classics and co-author of Irish Canoe Classics (all published by Pesda Press). Nigel Wilford has been involved with canoeing for most of his adult life, paddling throughout the UK, mainland Europe, Canada, USA and New Zealand. Born in northwest Leicestershire, his first canoe experience was on the gentle River Soar. Not long after, he moved to Yorkshire to attend university. The enjoyment he found while paddling the rivers of the northeast firmly established canoeing as his activity of choice. In 1991 he joined the British Canoe Union's coaching service, helping others to improve their canoeing or to become better coaches. Nigel has held various roles within the BCU including Local Coaching Organiser and English Whitewater Safety Coordinator. He is a BCU Level 5 Coach and member of Team Pyranha.

Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia (Paperback, Fifth Edition): Paul Davidson, Ward Eister, Dirk Davidson, Charlie Walbridge,... Canoeing & Kayaking West Virginia (Paperback, Fifth Edition)
Paul Davidson, Ward Eister, Dirk Davidson, Charlie Walbridge, Turner Sharp, …
R528 R499 Discovery Miles 4 990 Save R29 (5%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Began as a collective effort by members of the West Virginia Wildwater Association in 1965, Wildwater West Virginia emerged as the preeminent guide to whitewater in West Virginia. Now part of a new series and a new name to boot, A Canoeing Guide to West Virginia continues this legacy, guiding boaters of all abilities to over 120 of West Virginia's rivers, creeks and streams. The result of combined knowledge of hundreds of paddlers, this book gives paddlers all the information they need to paddle rivers safely and confidently: At a glance information helps boaters pick rivers to match their ability and current weather conditions, while river descriptions, gauge and shuttle route information provide additional critical information. More than an encyclopedia of mountain rivers and hydrologic data, Whitewater West Virginia is also a collection of experiences and an introduction to some of the most amazing geography in the east. Destined to ride in the dry bags and glove compartments of paddlers nationwide, this book continues to set the standard for all paddling guidebooks. Some of the rivers profiled include: Gauley River, North Branch of the Potomac, New River, Cheat River, Tygart River, Waites Run, Red Run, Roaring Creek, and Keeney Creek.

The Paddleboard Bible - The complete guide to stand-up paddleboarding (Paperback): Dave Price The Paddleboard Bible - The complete guide to stand-up paddleboarding (Paperback)
Dave Price
R576 Discovery Miles 5 760 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

'Superbly illustrated and well explained advice regarding all things paddleboarding. A hugely worthwhile read with all the tips and hints you need to get on your board to enjoy it whilst feeling safe.' Glasgow Paddleboarders Co Stand-up paddleboarding is the fastest growing watersport in the world - with only a little knowledge and practice, pretty much anyone can get up and get moving, and then there’s no limit to where SUP can take you. This complete guide gives you everything you need to know to get started, and much more besides. All the basics are here, from fundamental equipment (a guide to boards, including bargain-priced inflatables, as well as paddles, clothing and simple safety gear) to essential techniques (getting on, getting moving and, just as importantly, landing and getting off). Along with challenges and games to play with your new paddleboarding buddies, the book explores places to go and things to see, from rivers and canals to coastlines and travel further afield. The book also explains all the important stuff you might need to understand about weather, tides, waves and currents. However, The Paddleboard Bible then goes much further. It will take you on paddleboard adventures, from night paddles (showing you the world from the water in a way you’ve probably never seen it before) to wildlife-spotting safaris and unique photography opportunities; it even reveals the benefits of fishing from a paddleboard. And it’s not all gentle stuff – for adrenaline junkies there is SUP surfing, riding white water rapids and for the more competitive types, SUP racing. SUP is also great for fitness (you haven't done yoga until you've done SUP yoga) and there’s a booming social side too. It’s a fantastic way to meet new people, join groups, go to events and go on unique tours. However you want to get into stand-up paddleboarding, whether you’re curious about trying it one afternoon, want to dive into it as a new hobby or really get involved in the scene and the lifestyle, then The Paddleboard Bible is the one-stop book that covers everything you need to know about the most accessible and inexpensive paddlesport.

Scottish Sea Kayaking - Sixty-Two Great Sea Kayak Voyages (Paperback, 2nd edition): Doug Cooper Scottish Sea Kayaking - Sixty-Two Great Sea Kayak Voyages (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Doug Cooper
R741 Discovery Miles 7 410 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

A selected guide to the finest coastal paddling trips around Scotland. This completely revised and updated 2nd edition is packed with great photography and detailed route maps, alongside descriptions and anecdotes revealing Scotland's rich tapestry of maritime scenery, wildlife, history, geology and culture. Although primarily written for kayakers, the detailed tidal information contained within the book would also serve as a valuable inshore pilot for other water users such as anglers, windsurfers, sailors and SUP enthusiasts. New in this edition: * 12 additional routes (62 in total) * Selected routes in the Orkneys and Shetlands * New photos throughout * Improved maps * Sat nav coordinates for access points

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