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Häftad, Engelska, 2006
222 kr
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White Water Safety & Rescue by Franco Ferrero is the definitive guide for canoeists, kayakers, and rafters who want to paddle white water safely and with confidence. This completely revised new edition has been updated throughout and is now presented in full colour, packed with new photographs and illustrations.Originally developed from the author’s Plas y Brenin course notes, this essential manual has grown into an internationally respected reference for white water paddlers. It combines expert instruction, clear explanations, and practical guidance that apply to all levels — from club paddlers to professional guides.What’s New in the 2nd Edition?Full colour layout with new photographs and illustrationsCompletely revised and updated textUnified safety and rescue principles using the CLAP mnemonicRescue section reorganised to match the ‘low to high risk’ TRTTG modelEntirely rewritten rafting sections by Geraint RowlandsExpanded ‘Planning a Descent’ chapter, including guidance for international expeditionsInclusion of one-handed signals from Paul O’Sullivan’s BCU Canoe and Kayak HandbookKey Features:Essential techniques for safety, rescue and incident managementClear step-by-step instruction supported by full-colour visualsApplies to canoeists, kayakers and rafters at all levelsWritten by a BCU Level 5 Coach and Rescue 3 InstructorWhether you are guiding on challenging rivers or just starting to explore white water, this book offers the principles, methods and confidence to manage risk and respond effectively when things don’t go to plan.
Häftad, Engelska, 2007
190 kr
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Master the art of sea kayak navigation with this concise, practical guide—written specifically for sea kayakers.Sea Kayak Navigation (2nd Edition) is a clear and compact manual designed to give paddlers the essential navigation skills needed for safe and confident journeys on the sea. Building on the success of the first edition, this updated version refines and expands on the techniques most relevant to modern sea kayakers.Based on valuable feedback from readers and years of experience on the water, this edition includes new and expanded sections while keeping the content as simple, direct, and accessible as possible. Every term is explained in context—no glossary required—and a comprehensive index helps you find information quickly.Each chapter includes practical exercises to reinforce what you’ve learned, ensuring your navigation skills are not just understood but remembered. Step-by-step guidance helps you plan real trips, calculate routes, and make safe, confident decisions on the water.You’ll learn how to:• Plan and execute sea kayaking trips using proven navigation methods• Interpret charts, and tidal information effectively• Avoid common navigation errors and stay safe in changing conditions• Build skills gradually—from simple routes to more challenging expeditionsWhether you’re a beginner paddler or an experienced kayaker looking to refine your navigation techniques, this book will become your go-to reference.Enjoy the book—and enjoy your paddling.