By D. Hutchinson
2 Ed.

An introductory handbook packed with advice from experts. Techniques, equipment, strokes, turns, capsize and recovery, tides.

Pb. 84pp 6"x9"

By J. M. Wyatt
3rd Ed.
2005

Comprehensive introduction to sea kayaking with an emphasis on enjoyment without compromising safety.

Pb. 64pp 6""x9""

By D. Davis

Comprehensive, clearly illustrated manual on building an inexpensive, lightweight plywood canoe. Covers design, building and fitting out the basic hull, customising the hull, repair and maintenance, transportation advice, storage and even river access.

246x189mm 192pp Hardba

by Jonathan Hanson

Written by the 1997 National Outdoor Book Award winner, a veteran kayaking instructor and guide.

If you're a sea kayaker who dreams of heading over the far horizon, this guide is a must. It is the comprehensive manual for planning the ideal sea kayaking expedition, covering everything from provisioning, gear, navigation, and bivouacking, to kayak sailing. This is a complete update of a top-selling guide.

240pp, paperback

By D. Hutchinson
2006
5th Ed.
A comprehensive guide for the beginner and an invaluable reference book for the experienced. It describes equipment, basic and advanced techniques (including those for rolling and for rescues), weather and navigation.

Pb. 208pp 230x190mm

RRP £16.99 OUR PRICE £13.99

By S. Johnson
2002
a comprehensive guide to the full sea kayaking spectrum, bringing a fresh approach and a dynamic voice to the subject. Covers selecting the right kayak and gear to preparing and making an extended tour, mastering the strokes, rolls, and exit techniques; navigating; and more.

Pb. 307pp

By G. Backlund
2004

Advice and secrets from decades of experience to get the novice off to the right start.

Pb. 160pp 5""x8"" photos and line drawings.

By D. Seidman
2001
A complete introduction for novice and mid-level kayakers, this highly visual handbook provides kayakers with the whole scoop on everything from gear, transportation, and paddling technique to the finer points of Eskimo rolling, rescue protocol, group and solo paddling.

Includes sections on seamanship, navigation and health issues.

Pb. 160pp

By D. Hutchinson
2007

Packed with handling and rescue techniques vital for solo paddlers and expedition leaders alike. First aid and wilderness medicine, tandem kayaks, sailing rigs.

Pb. 176pp 7"x9" 115 colour photos.

By D. Burch
4th Ed.
2008

Covers traditional skills and the latest technology to allow navigation in any waters.

Pb. 288pp 7"x9" photos, maps, charts. 85 illustrations.

Fine woodstrip kayak construction

by Ted Moores

Takes the reader through the step-by-step process of building the popular 17ft Endeavour kayak and includes the lines and offsets for three other designed kayak and a 20ft 6in tandem kayak.

180pp drawings, photographs (paperback

By J. Bigelow
2008
An inspiring and practical guide to achieving and maintaining physical fitness and muscle tone through kayaking. Includes and 8 week exercise program adaptable to any level.

Pb. 160pp 9""x8""

By D. Stuhaug
3rd Ed.
2006

Introduction to kayak touring. All the information needed for beginners with tips for the more experienced. Safety, basic techniques, equipment.

Pb. 6"x9" 246pp

By B. Mattos
2004
A modern, illustrated guide to the progressive sport of kayak surfing, which covers in detail the basic principles of surfing, equipment, surfing etiquette, advanced techniques and the psychology and philosophy of ocean wave-riding. This book is equally suited to the expert paddler and to the beginner considering taking up surfing in a kayak. The text has been written by Bill Mattos, one of the best-known exponents of the sport, who has travelled extensively in a long career as a professional kayaker and writer, and whose unique approach both to performance surfing and to the descriptive process cannot fail to inform and to inspire.

Pb. 160pp 210x160mm colour photos.

By C. Jex, T. Smith
2007

Their relative isolation, stunning scenery and Norse history make Orkney and Shetland a very special place. For the sea kayaker island archipelagos are particularly rewarding ...none more so than these. Illustrated with superb colour photographs and useful maps throughout, this book is a practical guide to help you select and plan trips.

Where to start and finish, distances, times, tidal information etc.

Pb. colour photos and maps throughout. 240x170mm

By G. McGuffin
2008

Over 600 colour illustrations and expert text privide instruction for both the novice and experienced paddler. Covers all necessary techniques, navigation, camping etc.

Hb. 11"x8" 208pp

By K. Whiting
2006

An instruction book for entry level kayakers using both sit-in and sit-on kayaks. Covers all the basics including how to tie the kayak to a vehicle, getting in and out, essential strokes, safety. Full colour illustrations.

Pb. 96pp 6"x9"

By K. Whiting
2007

An exceptional instructional book designed for beginners and intermediate paddlers looking for more advanced rolling techniques. Full colour photos, clear explanations and good advice.

Pb. 88pp 9"x9"

2nd Ed.
By N.Foster

The modern fibreglass sea kayak enables you to go on voyages, explore coastlines and watch wildlife. Expert advice on paddling, navigation and safety at sea.

Pb 240x171mm 96p 120 b/w photos 20 diag

RRP £16.95 OUR PRICE £12.99

By J. Hanson
Colourful narratives and stunning photographs inspire you toward an active vacation in some of the most spectacular destinations on earth. Sea Kayaking trips from Florida, Belize, Malawi, Fiji, Palua, River Thames, Norway, Queensland, Mexico,Cape Town, New Zealand, Greenland, Chile, Scotland and many more places....

Pb 215p Numerous colour photos

By S. Johnson
2001
Shelley Johnson is a contributing editor to Canoe & Kayak, an American Canoe Association - certified kayak instructor, and a registered Maine Guide.

Pb. 144pp

By L. Moyer
2001

Covers the basics every paddler in open water should know including tides and currents, compass and chart work, crossings etc.

Pb. 96pp 6"x9" illustrated

By A. Richardson & N. Robinson
2007
Invaluble and wide ranging book includes everything you need to know in order to become a safe and confident sea paddler. Aimed at everyone from novice to experienced sea kayakers to coaches and instructors.

Pb 176pp 170 b&w photos & draws.

By R. Schumann
2007
2nd Ed.

A fundamental text for novice and expert alike. Covers the full range of kayak rescue techniques from Eskimo rolls to swimmer rescues. Modern re-entry and recovery techniques.

Pb. 126pp 84 photos. 7""x9""

by Ray Killen

Killen's simple, easy-to-learn navigational methods will help you determine your position, ensure your safety, and keep you on track. Emphasising the importance of pre-trip planning, Killen shows you how to plot your course and how to make adjustments to it when unexpected situations arise. You will also get advice on navigating in fog and wind, compensating for currents, avoiding collisions, and taking bearings.

Paperback, 128pp, 2006

A Practical Manual, Essential Knowledge for Finding Your Way at Sea
By F. Ferrero

Full use is made of colour photos, diagrams, maps and charts, further enhancing the reader's experience. Exercises to reinforce and self-assess how much the reader has taken on board are provided at the end of each chapter."Sea Kayak Navigation" is recommended as support material for the new British Canoe Union navigation courses that are currently being introduced.

Pb. 96pp colour photos, maps, diag. 210x160mm

By G. Brown

The author shares his knowledge with you in his own succinct humorous style and very visual approach. Covers kayaking history, physiology, boat and paddle dynamics, seamanship and navigation, safety and rescue, weather forecasting, caves, rockhopping and tidal races, expeditions and overnighting.

By D. Alderson
2007

A concise manual for learning and improving paddling skills. Sensible text and clear illustrations, how to select the right stroke for the right conditions.

Pb. 156pp 6"x9"

By D. Alderson, M. Pardy
2003
An essential handbook showing how to understand weather, waves and currents, use emergency communications, analyse risks and perfrm a wide variety of rescues.

Pb. 192pp 7"x9"

By M. Broze
1997

Twenty true stories of kayak accidents and their lessons from Sea Kayaker Magazine. Brushes with sharks, trapment in caves, hypothermia, drowining....

Pb. 176pp 5"x8"

By J. Robison
2003

Expert advice and lavish illustrations combine to provide instruction for sea kayakers of all levels. Paddling techniques, navigation and safety.

Pb. 224pp 7"x9"

By A. Matthews
2007

A superbly illustrated guide to learning new skills to cope with safe paddling in more challenging conditions. Teaches rough water safety and rescue, dealing with wind and surf, navigating through currents etc.

Pb. 136pp 8"x9"

2nd Ed.
2008

A comprehensive manual on how to kayak safely in a wide range of environments. Covers rescue as well as coping with difficult conditions. Photos accompany a step by step instruction for techniques.

By R. Killen
2006

A practical introduction to navigating a sea going kayak.

Pb. 135pp 7""x9"" photos.

Three Rugged, Beautiful Boats you can Build
By N. Schade

Strip-building - assembling a pile of thin wood strips into a functional hull - has been a popular canoe-building method for many years. Now, boatbuilder Nick Schade, an engineer by training and a self-professed sea kayaking addict, has refined this time-tested method to build the more complex shapes of sea kayaks. The method is simple, forgiving, allows a liberal amount of design flexibility, and requires a minimum number of tools

Pb. 176pp 230x185mm illus. photos.

By S. Hammond
2005

A guide for all abilities.

Pb. 168pp 90 colour photos. 210x200mm

By K. Whiting

An introduction to the sport and instruction on the essential strokes, skills and rescue techniques.

Pb. 128pp colour illus. 6"x9"