Sea Kayak Rescue, 2nd: The Definitive Guide to Modern Reentry and Recovery Techniques (How to Paddle Series) (Paperback)

by Roger Schumann (Author), Jan Shriner (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"From braces to bow rescues, Schumann and Shriner detail everything you need to know about rescuing yourself when things go awry on the water. This book belongs in your rescue pack every bit as much as a PFD, first-aid kit, and paddlefloat."

--Paddler Magazine

 

"This book brings something new to the arena of sea kayak rescue techniques--the perspective that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of rescue."

--Sea Kayak Association

Product Description

In sea kayaking, rescue refers primarily to the righting of a swamped or capsized boat and the paddler's re-entry. This can be accomplished by the paddler alone ("self-rescue"), or with the assistance of other kayakers ("assisted rescue"). This book is a comprehensive course in all the techniques of sea kayak rescue for beginning, intermediate, and advanced paddlers, with additional information on towing disabled boats and rescuing swimmers.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Falcon; 2nd edition (April 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076274328X
• ISBN-13: 978-0762743285
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #86,866 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Every sea kayaker should own this book, July 2, 2008

By	Claudia Johnson (San Francisco) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Although nothing beats taking a course and constantly practicing your re-entry techniques, this book is still a valuable addition to anyone's kayaking library. It covers all the techniques in all conditions with great photographs and diagrams.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Help When You Need It!, February 28, 2008

By	Mesmer (Florida) - See all my reviews

Great book with very specific directions. To the point and succinct. Every kayaker should read and practice all the rescue methods possible. One never knows when one might be needed. This books illustrates tried and true methods that really work and makes their implementation clear to the kayak newbie. I found it very helpful and would recommend it to anyone new to kayaking or new to rescue instruction.