The Kayaking Sourcebook: A Complete Resource for Great Kayaking on Rivers, Lakes, and the Open Sea (Paperback)

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Product Description

Reviews the latest kayaks and paddling gear on the market, from casual touring boats to whitewater, sea, surf, and sit-on-top models. Includes product information charts and great tips on selecting and outfitting boats.

From the Back Cover

Whether you are a newcomer to this paddling sport or an experienced enthusiast, grab this handy reference to learn about the latest types of kayaks on the market - from casual touring boats to whitewater, sea, surf, and sit-on-top models. This book will show you how to select a kayak that's right for you, tap in to kayaking networks, and plan exciting expeditions, as well as check out all the accessories you'll ever need - from paddles and spray skirts to global positioning devices and rescue kits. Cecil Kuhne, a seasoned paddler and author of kayaking and canoeing books, highlights what's what in today's kayaking market and discusses all kinds of whitewater, sea, and surf kayaks, including Greenland and rodeo boats. Product information grids and photographs help you compare the features of different models.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (September 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762701897
• ISBN-13: 978-0762701896
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,899,270 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars No pictures for parts and types of equipment, August 9, 2005

By	Emin D. Ozkan - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Unfortunately, this book is a rare example of bad informative books I have recently bought. There is no picture when this book explains something. For example the book explains several parts of kayaks, but one cannot understand anything because there isn't any single picture that will point out parts of a kayak boat. This is the beginning, of course. Whenever the book starts to talk about a specific type of pedal, or another piece of gear, you are sure confused, because there is no picture.
There is only one good about this book, which gives the names of good kayak books! So instead of buying this book, I advise everyone to buy other books concentrating on the subject matter with good explanations instead of a book of book names.