Stackpole Books Basic Kayaking by Wayne Dickert
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Wayne Dickert, NOC Instruction leader, was the paddling consultant for this brand new full color book that covers just what the title says; Basic Kayaking, All the Skills and Gear You Need to Get Started. Focusing on white water paddling, it is packed with information and features hundreds of full-color photographs and illustrations, providing clear, easy-to-follow instructions on selecting gear, getting your boat on the river, and mastering fundamental moves.
Basic Kayaking has just won the National Outdoor Book Award in the Instructional category. They say, "The photographs, creative design, and clear and understandable text combine to make this book a marvelous introduction to the exciting sport of whitewater kayaking."
Basic Kayaking uses an innovative approach by explaining the different techniques used for both planning and displacement hull kayaks. Now for the first time you can see the difference between these two boat designs and master the proper technique for your boat. It Includes step-by-step instruction on essential techniques, including all major strokes and rolls, a full-color gear guide, and chapters on safety and reading the water. For would-be day-trippers, river-runners, creekboaters, and even those aspiring to the world of extreme rodeo playboating, Basic Kayaking is where the journey begins to accelerate your kayaking progress.
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