Sea Kayaking : Basic Skills, Paddling Techniques, and Expeditiion Planning

by Henderson, Dan

• ISBN13: 9781594853401
• ISBN10: 1594853401
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-06-01
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Summary

Sea kayaking is a terrific, low-entry way of enjoying the water--with even the most basic skills and moderately-priced gear you can get out and paddle around for a few hours or up to a full day. And if you're more ambitious, the ocean's the limit-from finely honing your strokes to learning how to navigate on multi-day wilderness solo treks, the sport offers a variety of experiences.In this comprehensive instructional guidebook, Sea Kayaking: Building Skills, Improving Technique kayaking professional Dan Henderson describes everything from choosing the right gear to perfecting your forward paddle stroke. Beginning and intermediate paddlers can discover how to build up foundational skills, while more experienced paddlers will gain tips on technique, drawing from the author's exercise-science background and coaching experience with elite paddlers across the country. Whether you're looking to just get out and have a fun time on the water, or you're looking to finally master paddling skills that you've been working on for years-you'll find much help in this book.