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Crossing the Ditch

by James Castrission ...

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak. ... Read more

$11.99 AUD

Two mates, a kayak, and the conquest of the Tasman.'this is the gripping and inspirational account of two ordinary blokes ... double-handedly proving that the Age of Adventure is not over!' PEtER FItZSIMONS With more than two thousand kilometres of treacherous seas and dangerously unpredictable weather and currents, it was little wonder no-one had ever successfully crossed the tasman by kayak.
... Read more
How To Modify Your Kayak To Personalize It To Your Needs

by Richard Johnson ...

Most people who buy a kayak, purchase a "bare boat", that is, a boat that is little more than a shell and an uncomfortable seat.This book gives a number of ways to modify that "bare boat" by adding bulkheads and hatches, deck-lines, bungie cords and many orther items that are normally found on the high-end boats to enable the owner to take their boat camping or touring.You don't need to be an ... Read more

$3.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Most people who buy a kayak, purchase a "bare boat", that is, a boat that is little more than a shell and an uncomfortable seat.This book gives a number of ways to modify that "bare boat" by adding bulkheads and hatches, deck-lines, bungie cords and many orther items that are normally found on the high-end boats to enable the owner to take their boat camping or touring.You don't need to be an
... Read more
Paddling Gear You Can Make For The Do-It-Yourself And Poverty-Strricken Paddler

by Richard Johnson ...

Kayaking is NOT a cheap sport. Unlike hiking which you can do by tossing some water bottles and a few sandwiches in your kids school backpack, Kayaking requires the purchase of a boat ($500-$1500), a PFD ($50-$150) and a paddle ($50-$100) at the minimum! So it'll cost you between $600 and $2k just to start the sport.Then by the time you toss in all that extra gear you should have like dry-bags, ... Read more

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Kayaking is NOT a cheap sport. Unlike hiking which you can do by tossing some water bottles and a few sandwiches in your kids school backpack, Kayaking requires the purchase of a boat ($500-$1500), a PFD ($50-$150) and a paddle ($50-$100) at the minimum! So it'll cost you between $600 and $2k just to start the sport.Then by the time you toss in all that extra gear you should have like dry-bags,
... Read more
The Strip-Built Sea Kayak: Three Rugged, Beautiful Boats You Can Build

by Nick Schade ...

Although books on strip building canoes abound, this is among the first to adapt the technique to crafting attractive, functional kayaks. Using high-quality, computer-generated illustrations and photographs to explain key techniques, the book provides complete plans and measurements for three different kayaks: 1) A simple solo craft for beginners, 2) A high-performance solo kayak for intermediate ... Read more

$32.00 AUD

Although books on strip building canoes abound, this is among the first to adapt the technique to crafting attractive, functional kayaks. Using high-quality, computer-generated illustrations and photographs to explain key techniques, the book provides complete plans and measurements for three different kayaks: 1) A simple solo craft for beginners, 2) A high-performance solo kayak for intermediate
... Read more
The Complete Sea Kayakers Handbook, Second Edition

by Shelley Johnson ...

"...Her writing is clear and concise, sprinkled with bits of humor and many tips gleamed from her years working as a kayak instructor, guide and outfitter."--Sea Kayaker MagazineThe first edition of The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook received immediate acclaim with its selection as the Best Outdoor Instructional Book by the National Outdoor Book Award group. Now this book boasts 352 pages with ... Read more

$38.99 AUD

"...Her writing is clear and concise, sprinkled with bits of humor and many tips gleamed from her years working as a kayak instructor, guide and outfitter."--Sea Kayaker MagazineThe first edition of The Complete Sea Kayaker's Handbook received immediate acclaim with its selection as the Best Outdoor Instructional Book by the National Outdoor Book Award group. Now this book boasts 352 pages with
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Paddling North

A Solo Adventure Along the Inside Passage

by Audrey Sutherland ...

In a tale remarkable for its quiet confidence and acute natural observation, the author of Paddling Hawaii begins with her decision, at age 60, to undertake a solo, summer-long voyage along the southeast coast of Alaska in an inflatable kayak. Paddling North is a compilation of Sutherland’s first two (of over 20) such annual trips and her day-by-day travels through the Inside Passage from ... Read more

$13.99 AUD

In a tale remarkable for its quiet confidence and acute natural observation, the author of Paddling Hawaii begins with her decision, at age 60, to undertake a solo, summer-long voyage along the southeast coast of Alaska in an inflatable kayak. Paddling North is a compilation of Sutherland’s first two (of over 20) such annual trips and her day-by-day travels through the Inside Passage from
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Dare to Do

Taking on the planet by bike and boat

by Sarah Outen ...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD ADVENTURE TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAROn 1 April 2011, rower and adventurer Sarah Outen set off in her kayak from Tower Bridge for France. Her aim was simple: to circle the globe entirely under her own steam - cycling, kayaking and rowing across Europe, Asia, the Pacific, North America, the Atlantic and eventually home. A year later, Sarah was plucked from the ... Read more

$11.99 AUD

SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD ADVENTURE TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAROn 1 April 2011, rower and adventurer Sarah Outen set off in her kayak from Tower Bridge for France. Her aim was simple: to circle the globe entirely under her own steam - cycling, kayaking and rowing across Europe, Asia, the Pacific, North America, the Atlantic and eventually home. A year later, Sarah was plucked from the
... Read more
Relentless

A Story of Grit and Endurance from the First Person to Kayak the Tasman Solo

by Scott Donaldson ...

The story of Scott Donaldson's relentless journey to be the first person to cross the Tasman sea solo in a kayakUnpredictable and unforgiving, the Tasman Sea is one of the most hostile stretches of water in the world. An Australian adventurer attempted to kayak across in 2007, disappearing without a trace. In 2018 Kiwi adventurer Scott Donaldson spent two months alone at sea to achieve a world ... Read more

$19.99 AUD

The story of Scott Donaldson's relentless journey to be the first person to cross the Tasman sea solo in a kayakUnpredictable and unforgiving, the Tasman Sea is one of the most hostile stretches of water in the world. An Australian adventurer attempted to kayak across in 2007, disappearing without a trace. In 2018 Kiwi adventurer Scott Donaldson spent two months alone at sea to achieve a world
... Read more
High Infatuation

A Climber's Guide To Love and Gravity

by Steph Davis ...

Throughout her life, Steph Davis has chosen to take risks, to trust her impulses, to make decisions based on what feels right inside--and never look back. Studying to be a concert pianist, she quit music the day she was introduced to rock climbing. Later, she abandoned the respectability of university life and pursuit of a law degree to become a "dirtbag climber," living out of her grandmother's ... Read more

$20.99 AUD

Throughout her life, Steph Davis has chosen to take risks, to trust her impulses, to make decisions based on what feels right inside--and never look back. Studying to be a concert pianist, she quit music the day she was introduced to rock climbing. Later, she abandoned the respectability of university life and pursuit of a law degree to become a "dirtbag climber," living out of her grandmother's
... Read more
Sea Kayaking

A Guide for Sea Canoeists

by Philip Woodhouse ...

In Sea Kayaking, , comprehensive guide for those who travel the open waters in the Southern Hemisphere, Philip Woodhouse, Australian paddler and Royal Australian Air Force veteran, shares his years of experience, technical training, and military teaching skills.What began as a personal reference was soon developed as a training manual, recommended by the Victorian Sea Kayak Club to its membersand ... Read more

$6.99 AUD

In Sea Kayaking, , comprehensive guide for those who travel the open waters in the Southern Hemisphere, Philip Woodhouse, Australian paddler and Royal Australian Air Force veteran, shares his years of experience, technical training, and military teaching skills.What began as a personal reference was soon developed as a training manual, recommended by the Victorian Sea Kayak Club to its membersand
... Read more
Moderate Becoming Good Later

Sea Kayaking the Shipping Forecast - as seen on the BBC Travel Show

by Katie Carr, Toby Carr ...

An exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man's attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast, perfect for fans of The Salt Path and Attention All ShippingForeword by Charlie Connelly, author of Attention All ShippingThe Shipping Forecast has been described as the UK's national lullaby: a source of dependability and calm in our often chaotic world, it has charmed millions of listene ... Read more

$12.99 AUD

An exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man's attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast, perfect for fans of The Salt Path and Attention All ShippingForeword by Charlie Connelly, author of Attention All ShippingThe Shipping Forecast has been described as the UK's national lullaby: a source of dependability and calm in our often chaotic world, it has charmed millions of listene
... Read more
In the Flow

by Jonathan Males ...

The importance of delivering the psychological fundamentals to achieve paddling success.What's the connection between what paddlers think and feel and how they perform? How does mental preparation help performance? What do paddlers and their coaches need to do, to ensure paddlers perform at their best when it counts?Former international paddler and now sport psychologist Jonathan Males combines ... Read more

$11.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

The importance of delivering the psychological fundamentals to achieve paddling success.What's the connection between what paddlers think and feel and how they perform? How does mental preparation help performance? What do paddlers and their coaches need to do, to ensure paddlers perform at their best when it counts?Former international paddler and now sport psychologist Jonathan Males combines
... Read more
Kayak Across the Atlantic

by Pete Bray ...

Kayak Across the Atlantic is an extraordinary first-hand account of the first ever single-handed crossing of the North Atlantic, achieved against all formidable odds. Former SAS Sergeant Pete Bray's solo unsupported voyage in a flimsy twenty-seven-foot kayak is one of the most courageous feats undertaken by man through one of the most inhospitable oceans in the world. For seventy-six days, the ... Read more

$13.99 AUD

Kayak Across the Atlantic is an extraordinary first-hand account of the first ever single-handed crossing of the North Atlantic, achieved against all formidable odds. Former SAS Sergeant Pete Bray's solo unsupported voyage in a flimsy twenty-seven-foot kayak is one of the most courageous feats undertaken by man through one of the most inhospitable oceans in the world. For seventy-six days, the
... Read more
Sea Kayaking

The Classic Manual for Touring, from Day Trips to Major Expeditions

by John Dowd ...

Sea Kayaking covers the basics of equipment and technique, including types of paddles and strokes, as well as such essential skills as how to read the weather and the water, how to navigate with and without GPS and how to travel with a group.Still regarded as “the bible” for both new and experienced kayakers after more than thirty years in print. Drawing on his many years of experience paddling in ... Read more

$24.99 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Sea Kayaking covers the basics of equipment and technique, including types of paddles and strokes, as well as such essential skills as how to read the weather and the water, how to navigate with and without GPS and how to travel with a group.Still regarded as “the bible” for both new and experienced kayakers after more than thirty years in print. Drawing on his many years of experience paddling in
... Read more
No Retreat, No Surrender

by Oscar Chalupsky, Graham Spence ...

Few athletes hold a record comparable to that of Oscar Chalupsky. He made history at the age of fifteen as the first person to win both the Junior and Senior Ironman titles on the same day at the South African National Lifesaving Championships, he was the country’s spokesman at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, and he is a multiple-times global surfski champion, having won the internationally famous ... Read more

$22.21 AUD

Few athletes hold a record comparable to that of Oscar Chalupsky. He made history at the age of fifteen as the first person to win both the Junior and Senior Ironman titles on the same day at the South African National Lifesaving Championships, he was the country’s spokesman at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, and he is a multiple-times global surfski champion, having won the internationally famous
... Read more
Paddling the Pacific Northwest

by Wayne J. Lutz ...

Updated 12-15-2013. River and lake paddling in a sea kayak not your typical jaunts in the Pacific Northwest. Heres proof that enchanting journeys are born in dreams of personal exploration. A Canadian paddler heads south to probe the rivers of Washington, searching for “slow pusher” rivers to propel his kayak lazily downstream mile after mile. In the process, overnight voyages and day trips become ... Read more

$6.70 AUD

Updated 12-15-2013. River and lake paddling in a sea kayak not your typical jaunts in the Pacific Northwest. Heres proof that enchanting journeys are born in dreams of personal exploration. A Canadian paddler heads south to probe the rivers of Washington, searching for “slow pusher” rivers to propel his kayak lazily downstream mile after mile. In the process, overnight voyages and day trips become
... Read more
Mediterranean

by Huw Kingston ...

British-Australian adventurer and environmentalist Huw Kingston’s account of his remarkable year-long circumnavigation of the Mediterranean Sea. ... Read more

$17.59 AUD

British-Australian adventurer and environmentalist Huw Kingston’s account of his remarkable year-long circumnavigation of the Mediterranean Sea.
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Keep Australia On Your Left

A True Story of an Attempt to Circumnavigate Australia by Kayak

by Eric Stiller ...

Keep Australia on Your Left is a story of friendship forged--and sustained--under demanding circumstances. It is also the personal portrait of Eric Stiller's journey around a continent...and into himself."You mad bastards. You mad bloody bastards."The challenge? Paddle a kayak around Australia.As Eric Stiller and Tony Brown would discover, the attempt would be a fascinating, frustrating, maddening ... Read more

$20.01 AUD

Keep Australia on Your Left is a story of friendship forged--and sustained--under demanding circumstances. It is also the personal portrait of Eric Stiller's journey around a continent...and into himself."You mad bastards. You mad bloody bastards."The challenge? Paddle a kayak around Australia.As Eric Stiller and Tony Brown would discover, the attempt would be a fascinating, frustrating, maddening
... Read more
Greatest Canoeing Athletes To Ever Compete: Top 100

by alex trostanetskiy ...

Are you looking for a journey that will take you through Greatest Canoeing Athletes To Ever Compete: Top 100, along with funny comments and a word puzzle? Then this book is for you. Whether you are looking at this book for curiosity, choices, options, or just for fun; this book fits any criteria. Creating Greatest Canoeing Athletes To Ever Compete: Top 100 did not happen quickly. It is thorough ... Read more

$3.83 AUD

Are you looking for a journey that will take you through Greatest Canoeing Athletes To Ever Compete: Top 100, along with funny comments and a word puzzle? Then this book is for you. Whether you are looking at this book for curiosity, choices, options, or just for fun; this book fits any criteria. Creating Greatest Canoeing Athletes To Ever Compete: Top 100 did not happen quickly. It is thorough
... Read more
Spirited Waters

Soloing South Through the Inside Passage

by Jennifer Hahn ...

* Mixes adventure travel with natural history in this solo kayaking adventure* Includes the author's hand-drawn illustrationsIn this insightful account of her solo voyage in a sixteen-foot kayak, Jennifer Hahn vividly relates the ecstatic moments and terrifying predicaments of paddling against the wind through Alaska's Inside Passage. Hahn's adventures include dramatic encounters with animals and ... Read more

$20.99 AUD

* Mixes adventure travel with natural history in this solo kayaking adventure* Includes the author's hand-drawn illustrationsIn this insightful account of her solo voyage in a sixteen-foot kayak, Jennifer Hahn vividly relates the ecstatic moments and terrifying predicaments of paddling against the wind through Alaska's Inside Passage. Hahn's adventures include dramatic encounters with animals and
... Read more
Kayak: The New Frontier

The Animated Manual of Intermediate and Advanced Whitewater Technique

by William Nealy ...

Series series The William Nealy Collection
Laugh and learn kayaking skills, from basic to advanced, through detailed text and more than 400 humorous illustrations!If you want to learn how to paddle—and laugh out loud while doing so—William Nealy’s classic illustrated kayaking-skills manual remains dead-on hilarious. Kayak demonstrates important paddling techniques through humorous illustrations, along with detailed explanations from the ... Read more

$19.35 AUD

Laugh and learn kayaking skills, from basic to advanced, through detailed text and more than 400 humorous illustrations!If you want to learn how to paddle—and laugh out loud while doing so—William Nealy’s classic illustrated kayaking-skills manual remains dead-on hilarious. Kayak demonstrates important paddling techniques through humorous illustrations, along with detailed explanations from the
... Read more
Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860-69

by Whymper ...

In Scrambles Amongst the Alps, English author, illustrator, and mountaineer Edward Whymper recounts his mountaineering adventures in the Alps, culminating in the historic first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865. This expedition, and its tragic ending, marked the beginning of the silver age of alpinism, and Whymper's book has since become a classic in early mountaineering literature.First published ... Read more

$3.99 AUD

In Scrambles Amongst the Alps, English author, illustrator, and mountaineer Edward Whymper recounts his mountaineering adventures in the Alps, culminating in the historic first ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865. This expedition, and its tragic ending, marked the beginning of the silver age of alpinism, and Whymper's book has since become a classic in early mountaineering literature.First published
... Read more
100 of the Top Canoeing Champions of All Time

by alex trostanetskiy ...

Are you looking for a journey that will take you through 100 of the Top Canoeing Champions of All Time, along with funny comments and a word puzzle? Then this book is for you. Whether you are looking at this book for curiosity, choices, options, or just for fun; this book fits any criteria. Creating 100 of the Top Canoeing Champions of All Time did not happen quickly. It is thorough look at ... Read more

$3.83 AUD

Are you looking for a journey that will take you through 100 of the Top Canoeing Champions of All Time, along with funny comments and a word puzzle? Then this book is for you. Whether you are looking at this book for curiosity, choices, options, or just for fun; this book fits any criteria. Creating 100 of the Top Canoeing Champions of All Time did not happen quickly. It is thorough look at
... Read more
City Paddler - How I started Paddling and You can Too!

by Michael Taylor ...

This is a story of how a middle aged person from the inner city of Chicago starting paddling. It starts with his interest in the outdoors and what sparked his interest in the sport of canoeing and kayaking. Not only does it details some of the urban water paddling available, it also talks about the paddling and environmental community. Paddling is available in almost every urban area. ... Read more

$7.67 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

This is a story of how a middle aged person from the inner city of Chicago starting paddling. It starts with his interest in the outdoors and what sparked his interest in the sport of canoeing and kayaking. Not only does it details some of the urban water paddling available, it also talks about the paddling and environmental community. Paddling is available in almost every urban area.
... Read more

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