Skip to content

Sea Kayaking Illustrated : A Visual Guide to Better Paddling
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Sea Kayaking Illustrated : A Visual Guide to Better Paddling Paperback - 2003 - 1st Edition

by Robison, John

  • Used
  • Paperback
Drop Ship Order

Description

International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2003-04-17. 1. paperback. Used:Good.
Used:Good
NZ$21.56
FREE Shipping to USA Standard delivery: 5 to 10 days
More Shipping Options
Ships from Ergodebooks (Texas, United States)

Details

  • Title Sea Kayaking Illustrated : A Visual Guide to Better Paddling
  • Author Robison, John
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Condition Used:Good
  • Pages 240
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, Blacklick, Ohio, U.S.A.
  • Date 2003-04-17
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated, Index, Maps
  • Bookseller's Inventory # DADAX0071392343
  • ISBN 9780071392341 / 0071392343
  • Weight 0.9 lbs (0.41 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.61 x 7.96 x 0.58 in (21.87 x 20.22 x 1.47 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Sea kayaking
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2002037100
  • Dewey Decimal Code 797.122

About Ergodebooks Texas, United States

Biblio member since 2005
Seller rating: This seller has earned a 3 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

Our goal is to provide best customer service and good condition books for the lowest possible price. We are always honest about condition of book. We list book only by ISBN # and hence exact book is guaranteed.

Terms of Sale:

We have 30 day return policy.

Browse books from Ergodebooks

From the publisher

For some learners a picture is worth a thousand words--and this lavishly illustrated volume proves the rule. The expert advice and lively illustrations combine to offer serious how-to instruction in an entertaining fashion to sea kayakers of all levels.

Developed by an ACA-certified instructor over years of paddling and education, this complete program provides a visual tour of all that sea kayaking can offer, including ingenious tips on advanced paddling techniques, navigation and safety, and more.

First line

A kayak is any small craft that you power with a double-bladed paddle with your legs stretched out in front of you.

From the rear cover

Have serious fun as you master every essential kayaking skill

Are you a visual learner? Short on time? Do you like a little entertainment with your instruction? Then Sea Kayaking Illustrated is for you. It combines concise, easy-to-understand instruction with lively, information-packed, often hilarious illustrations to show you how to improve your kayaking skills.

Developed by a certified instructor, this complete program in sea kayaking takes you on a visual tour of everything this accessible sport has to offer.

  • Paddling in wind and waves--in other words, sea kayaking!
  • Gear--every kayaker's favorite topic
  • Rescue techniques--if you haven't flipped yet, just wait
  • Carrying kayaks--learn the intricacies of ropes, straps, and racks
  • Surf's up--tips for wave dodgers and seasoned shredders
  • River touring--no salt water needed!
  • Kayak camping--how to Leave No Trace in style
  • Coping with critters--from sea lions to sharks
  • And much more--yes, there really is much more

"While chock-full of dead-on sea kayaking instruction, it's the fun and easy-to-digest format that sets this book apart. Reading it is a pleasure."--Frederick Reimers, Paddler

"Just the thing if you want a solid and comprehensive look at sea kayaking in all its forms."--John Lull, author, Sea Kayaking Safety and Rescues, instructor-trainer, ACA

Categories

About the author

John Robison has been certified by the American Canoe Association in coastal kayak, whitewater kayak, and whitewater canoe instruction and has paddled extensively around the world.