The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook - Second Edition

This book is your first step to adventure on the water, with everything you need to know, from buying a kayak to dressing for the water.

Includes:

• New photos throughout showing new boats, equipment, stretching, and repair techniques
• A new section on used boats and how to shop for them
• Expanded sections on: boat materials section to include the newer laminates; buying a new kayak; use of GPS for navigation; family paddling; Planning Your Dream Trip; Taking Care of Your Stuff to include more retrofit and repair information on a wider range of boat and paddle material
• Improvements in materials and more data on hypothermia;
• Changes in safety technique descriptions reflecting the new equipment on the market
• information on stretching, proper posture in a kayak, and easy modifications to kayak seats for more comfortable paddlingTopics include: Getting Ready; Kayaks; Accessories and Clothing; Getting to Know Your Kayak; Controlling Your Kayak; Getting Into and Out of the Water; Real Life Paddling; Finding Your Way: Kayak Navigation; Trip Logistics; Group safety; Kayak Camping; Planning Your Dream Trip; Taking Care of Your Stuff

Author : Shelley Johnson

Paperback : 352 Pages

SKU: P18647