Expedition Kayaking, 4th (Sea Kayaking How- To) [Paperback]

Derek Hutchinson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1999 | Series: Sea Kayaking How- To

This guide, written by international expert Derek Hutchinson, is a thorough guide to coastal and open-ocean expeditions by sea kayak. It covers long-distance paddling techniques, seamanship, and kayak styles and equipment--from the basics to specialized gear for expeditions into all types of conditions. It also features first aid and wilderness medical practices, tandem kayaks and sailing rigs, the latest techniques for solo and group rescues, and maneuvers for handling wind, surf, and currents.

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The adventure and excitement of ocean kayaking awaits! Explore the sea and its coastal boundaries with Derek Hutchinson's Expedition Kayaking. This guide provides everything you need to know about paddling, seamanship, rescue techniques, and more. This is vital information for individual kayakers and expedition leaders alike. Expedition Kayaking takes you on a comprehensive tour of the art of ocean kayaking. You'll learn about the full range of kayak styles and equipment, from the basics to specialized gear for expeditions into all types of conditions. This book features details on up-to-date first aid and wilderness medicine practices, tandem kayaks and sailing rigs, the latest techniques for solo and group rescues, and maneuvers for handling wind, surf, and currents. This lavishly illustrated, full-color guide will help you learn efficient and effective sea kayaking maneuvers. You'll learn to guide your craft with precision and navigate through coastal winds, currents and tides. Written with the wit and wisdom of a 30-year kayaking veteran, this book will inspire you with confidence. You'll acquire all the skills you need for safe and enjoyable coastal jaunts and extended voyages. (7 1/2 X 9, 181 pages, index, color photos and illustrations)

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 4th edition (June 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762704721
• ISBN-13: 978-0762704729
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,153,601 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Author Great Book, May 27, 2001

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"johns913" (Laingsburg, MI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Expedition Kayaking, 4th (Sea Kayaking How- To) (Paperback)

Expedition Kayaking is an excellent and well written book. The author's writing style will keep the pages turning and a smile on your face. The primary focus of this book is on keeping you safe as you face a multitude of real life kayking conditions. The author uses many examples from his own adventures, and there are a fair number of pictures of him in his P&H Orion kayak. The illustrations that accompany the text are excellent and really go a long way toward helping you to understand the authors message. If you are new to kayaking or new to expedition kayking, you will not want to miss this book. It is a must have book!