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Paddle Your Own Kayak: An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Kayaking
Paddle Your Own Kayak An Illustrated Guide to the Art of Kayaking Author:Gary McGuffin, Joanie McGuffin Outstanding reviews for the authors'Paddle Your Own Canoe: "This is the best book on how to canoe." - Canoe and Kayak"Absolutely the best canoe paddling book on the planet! Clear writing, world-class photography... This book rocks!" - Canoeing icon Cliff JacobsonPaddle Your Own Canoe s... more »et a new standard for how-to-canoe books. In this much-anticipated follow-up, Gary and Joanie McGuffin use the same model for the art of kayaking. The authors discuss the kayak's Inuit history, types of kayaking, recommended kayak sizes and shapes, and proper gear and clothing. They also offer expert, step-by-step instructions on all of the sport's essential techniques. Illustrated with more than 600 color photographs and illustrations, Paddle Your Own Kayak is designed for both seasoned and novice kayaker, offering guidance on:
Balancing the body
Strokes and maneuvers
Paddling fundamentals
Recoveries and rescues
Carrying and launching
Weather and water conditions techniques
Staying centered
Navigation methods.
A special section on kayak camping provides good advice on what to look for in a destination, how to select a site, packing your kayak, setting up tents and shelters, meal preparation, water filtration, first aid and much more. (20098082)« less