Sea Kayaking. The essential guide to equiment and techniques

Sea Kayaking. The essential guide to equiment and techniques
Autor:LOOTS, Johan
Páginas:96 págs. págs.
Fecha:2000
Precio:33,21 €

Introduction: A brief history of the sea kayak and an introduction to the modern sport of sea kayaking. Choosing your kayak: Selecting the righ kayak for you; construction materials; design factors and types of kayak; looking after your craft. Equipping Yourself: Everything you need to get started: paddles, PFDS, sprayskirts, clothing; essential equipment for navigation and safety. Getting on the water: Carrying and transportating the kayak, launches and landings, paddling techniques, recovery and rescues. Seamanship and Navigation. Planning a Trip. World Kayaking Destinations. Appendix.