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The saying goes, "The second best thing about surfing is talking about it afterward."Gerry Lopez, one of the most revered surfers of all time brings readers into the intimately personal sport with Surf Is Where You Find It, a collection of stories that recount harrowing waves, epic wipeouts, and heroes encountered over a lifetime on the water. From growing up in Hawaii in the '50s and '60s, to finding the tube in the early days at Pipeline, to pioneering legendary spots like Uluwatu and G-Land in Indonesia, Lopez has traveled for surf the world over. But for him, the people stood out the most. Originally published in 2008, Surf Is Where You Find It preserves memories of surf eras gone by, and commemorates those who helped shape the surfing world today. Now, ten years and more than 50,000 copies later, Patagonia is once again re-launching the surfing classic in a fully redesigned edition with new photos. Timed to correspond with the release of a new documentary, The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez about Gerry produced by equally legendary surfer and skateboarder Stacy Peralta, these 38 stories and hundreds of photos offer more of Gerry than ever before. In these pages, Gerry pays homage to those who shaped surfing today -- surfing any time, anywhere, and in any way. Includes forewords by Rob Machado and The Surfer's Journal founder Steve Pezman.
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Explore 100 breathtaking scuba diving sites around the world--from the cenotes of Mexico to the best wreck in Micronesia--through stunning National Geographic photography, expert tips, and cutting-edge travel advice.Filled with more than 350 images from National Geographic, 100 Dives of a Lifetime provides the ultimate bucket list for ardent scuba divers and aspirational travelers alike. From diving with manta rays at night in Kona, Hawaii, and swimming with hammerheads of Cocos Island in Costa Rica to exploring caves in Belize's Lighthouse Atoll and diving beneath the ice floes of Antarctica, this exquisite inspirational book is filled with beautiful imagery, marine life guides, trusted travel tips, and expert diving advice from world-famous National Geographic divers and explorers like Brian Skerry, Jessica Cramp, and David Doubilet. Organized by diving experience and certification level--from beginner open water and wreck dives to expert cold water and cave dives--each location offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the magic of our world's oceans--from your armchair or with your scuba gear in tow.
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Fjärde upplagan! Att kunna simma är livsviktigt! Att vara simlärare är en viktig, rolig och givande uppgift. Simlärarboken vänder sig till dig som är intresserad av hur du steg för steg, på ett pedagogiskt sätt, lär barn och vuxna att simma. Genom vattenvana, lek och rörelseglädje beskrivs hur deltagarna blir simkunniga med hjälp av de fyra simsätten. I boken finns också praktiska övningar och metoder för att planera simundervisningen utifrån varje deltagares behov och förutsättningar. Du lär dig även allt du behöver veta om livräddning, säkerhet och ansvar. Simkunnighet är en livsviktig färskvara som måste underhållas hela livet och är också grunden till all simidrott. Simlärarboken används därför på många av Svensk Simidrotts utbildningar. I denna fjärde upplaga har en större uppdatering gjorts. Målgruppen har utökats och omfattar alla ledare som jobbar med simundervisning, oavsett ålder på de aktiva. Kompletteringar och justeringar av kapitelstrukturen har gjorts med förhoppningen att underlätta läsningen ytterligare.
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A packed volume that documents 28 extraordinary and previously uncharted surf locations worldwide, featuring photography and unique travel narratives from the expeditions of John Seaton Callahan and the surfEXPLORE® Group. Readers embark on a global journey of discovery with surfEXPLORE: Discovering New Surfing Locations Worldwide, an unparalleled exploration of 28 extraordinary and untapped surfing destinations. Join internationally recognized surf travel expert John Seaton Callahan and the surfEXPLORE® Group as they unveil breathtaking waves, vibrant cultures, and the stories behind finding and surfing uncharted waters across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. This book is a celebration, replete with stunning images, of adventure and an inspiration for surfers and travelers to push their boundaries. Key Features: • Acclaimed team: Insightful text from a globally recognized surf travel expert with 25+ years of experience and a team of acclaimed explorers renowned for their expertise in discovering new surf locations• Striking images: Over 500 vivid images from remote and iconic surfing locations worldwide• Uncharted journeys: Detailed accounts of discovering and riding waves for the first time in uncharted waters• Cultural representation: Travel anecdotes from surfing adventures across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas• Inspirational: A source of inspiration for surfers, adventure travelers, and explorers A comprehensive guide to the most-extraordinary waves and untapped surf locations across the globe, offering insights, inspiration, and breathtaking photography for the surf and travel community.
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A fully illustrated coffee table book featuring 100 breathtaking diving spots for those seeking their next oceanic adventure.Great Diving Spots is the ultimate guide to the globe's most spectacular dive locations. Showcasing 100 breathtaking sites, this captivating book is designed to awaken your wanderlust. From vibrant coral reefs bursting with life to the mysterious allure of shipwrecks, every destination offers a unique glimpse into the mesmerising underwater world. Meticulously researched and visually stunning, each chapter will take you to legendary hotspots and hidden gems. Whether you're an experienced diver or a curious traveller, this book invites you to experience the beauty and emotions that only the ocean and its depths can inspire. Explore the delicate balance of nature and humanity's relationship with the sea, and prepare to be enchanted by the stories each dive site has to tell.
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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and William Hill Sports Book of the Year: Barbarian Days is a deeply rendered self-portrait of a lifelong surfer looking for transcendence 'that recalls early James Salter' (Geoff Dyer, Observer)Surfing only looks like a sport. To devotees, it is something else entirely: a beautiful addiction, a mental and physical study, a passionate way of life.New Yorker writer William Finnegan first started surfing as a young boy in California and Hawaii. Barbarian Days is his immersive memoir of a life spent travelling the world chasing waves through the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, Africa and beyond. Finnegan describes the edgy yet enduring brotherhood forged among the swell of the surf; and recalling his own apprenticeship to the world's most famous and challenging waves, he considers the intense relationship formed between man, board and water.Barbarian Days is an old-school adventure story, a social history, an extraordinary exploration of one man's gradual mastering of an exacting and little-understood art. It is a memoir of dangerous obsession and enchantment. 'Reading this guy on the subject of waves and water is like reading Hemingway on bullfighting; William Burroughs on controlled substances; Updike on adultery. . . . a coming-of-age story, seen through the gloss resin coat of a surfboard' Sports IllustratedWinner of the Pulitzer Prize for Biography announced on 18/4/2016.Winner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year announced on 24/11/2016
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Följ med på en inspirerande tidsresa genom svensk badkultur och brunnsdrickande. Med fantastiska bilder från nu och då och genom omfattande research växer bilden av den svenska bad- och simkulturens historia fram i författaren Sofie Berlins händer. Här får vi fascineras av människans beteende, påhittighet och ibland också galenskap kopplat till vatten och hälsa. Vilka historiska seder kan vi väcka till liv i dag - och vad kan vi lära av våra förfäders misstag? Författaren går, med Linköpings badinrättningar som röd tråd, på djupet i ämnet men skriver också underhållande och lättsamt om en kultur som går mycket långt tillbaka i tiden i vårt land.
Sofie Berlin har arbetat med journalistik och kommunikation i många år, bland annat på SVT och Östgöta Correspondenten. Hon har arbetat med produktion av välkända TV-program, samt varit verksam som stillbildsfotograf. Bara bad är Sofie Berlins debutbok.
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I och omkring Göteborg finns en fantastisk kust, vackra stränder och fina sjöar med många badplatser. I den här guiden får du en översikt av många av de badplatser som Göteborg med omnejd har att erbjuda. Varje badplats beskrivs i detalj med information om typ av bad, hur man tar sig dit, faciliteter, parkering, tillgänglighet och annan praktisk information. Boken tipsar också om var det är barnvänligt, var klipporna, solnedgången eller sandstranden är finast, eller var du kan köpa något att äta och mycket mer. Oavsett hur du gillar att bada – ett snabbt kvällsdopp efter jobbet, picknick i solnedgången, en tidig förmiddag med barnen, en lat dag på klipporna, en tur ut till någon av öarna i skärgården eller vinterns kallbad – så kan den här guiden hjälpa dig att hitta det du letar efter. Här finns något för alla. Låt oss guida dig till ditt nya favoritställe!
Dive Atlas of the World, Revised and Expanded Edition
An Illustrated Reference to the Best Sites
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
469 kr
The Dive Atlas of the World, Revised and Expanded Edition offers an inspirational tour of top dive sites around the world, based on first-hand experience, photographed by experts. Lending his vast diving knowledge to this edition is industry expert Technical Editor, Nick Lucey. Filled with stunning photography, the Updated Edition offers a global tour of top dive sites. From well-known classics to sites that have only recently been discovered, this global selection offers the discerning diver a feast of locations to choose from, including an expanded selection of Caribbean dive sites. Whether you favor muck diving and macro photography, wrecks, walls, reefs, caves, blue holes, or the adrenaline rush of high-speed drift dive in a strong current, you will find well-written, clearly mapped accounts of the top places where you can enjoy these dives.
287 kr
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The story behind the hit surfing movie Chasing Mavericks! Surfing legend Frosty Hesson shares the story of his remarkably life and his extraordinary friendship with wunderkind Jay Moriarty.When Richard “Frosty” Hesson was first approached by a young Jay Moriarty in 1990, the skinny kid with a sparkle in his eye only wanted one thing from the icon: his help in becoming a better surfer. Hesson, one of the first to conquer the huge waves off northern California known as Mavericks, recognized that the kid “had a vision.” Jay quickly demonstrated a resolve that reminded Frosty of his younger self, pursuing his goal with a seriousness far beyond his years. His attitude and work ethic earned Frosty’s respect and, eventually, his friendship.Making Mavericks is the inspiring story of their father-son bond and of the challenges that made each of them who they were—surf legends, and the subject of the instant classic surf film Chasing Mavericks.In Making Mavericks, Frosty talks about his turbulent youth spent under difficult circumstances, with parents who tried to find a positive way to handle a child with a passion for water and a disregard for his own safety. Throughout his life he developed principles to live by, principles that would become the core tenets of his teaching philosophy. Most significantly, Frosty talks about how one of his best students, Jay Moriarty, used his philosophy to become a surfing phenomenon, and whose life inspired the phrase, “Live like Jay.”Affecting and poignant, Making Mavericks is a celebration of Hesson’s determination to live with joy and purpose, and his desire to help others do the same.
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‘Incredible individual, incredible book, incredible story.’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH ‘A hero who is as humble as he is resilient… testament to a “never give up” spirit!’ BEAR GRYLLS ‘From reading this book, the message that comes shining through is this: you can achieve anything.’ ANT MIDDLETON 'Inspiring, especially if you're suffering with adversity, injury or setbacks.' CHRIS WILLIAMSON Bestselling author and award-winning adventurer Ross Edgley has been studying the art of resilience for years, applying all he has learned to become the first person in history to swim around Great Britain, breaking multiple world records. Now Ross focuses on mental strength, stoicism and the training needed to create an unbreakable body.Ross Edgley famously ran a marathon pulling a 1.4-tonne car and climbed a rope the height of Everest (8,848m), after living with Yamabushi warrior monks in Japan and partaking in Shamanic pain rituals with fire ants in the Amazon jungle. On his epic 1,780-mile journey around Great Britain, which lasted 157 days, Ross swam through giant jellyfish, arctic storms, ‘haunted’ whirlpools and polluted shipping lanes, going so hard, and so fast, his tongue fell apart.Ross’s previous book, The World’s Fittest Book, was a Sunday Times bestseller and explored the science of physical fitness. Now, in The Art of Resilience, Ross uses his swim experience and other amazing endurance feats, where he managed to overcome seemingly insurmountable pain, hardship and adversity, to study the performance of extreme athletes, military and fitness specialists and psychologists to uncover the secrets of mental fitness and explore the concept of resilience, persistence, valour and a disciplined mindset in overcoming adversity. This ground-breaking book represents a paradigm shift in what we thought the human body and mind were capable of and will give you a blueprint to become a tougher, more resilient and ultimately better human – whatever the challenge you face.
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Surfing, swimming, fishing, we can't help but spend time in, or near, water. And now, growing scientific evidence for blue health supports what many of us already feel: being around water is good for us. Nick Hounsfield, the visionary founder of inland surfing lake, The Wave, knows this better than most. Shortly after it opened, he suffered a stroke, at the age of 46. Much of his recovery was in the water. In Do Blue, Nick tells his inspiring story, alongside Abby Richardson who overcame a fear of waves to find calm in cold water dips. Together they share practical ways to reconnect to blue, wherever you live, and meet the communities and individuals championing wellbeing through water. From the flow state of surfing, to the mindfulness of fishing and the exhilaration of cold water immersion, Do Blue reveals a multitude of ways to unlock the power of blue. Ready to dive in?
349 kr
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The Monocle team dips its toe into the world of swimming, revealing 100 beautiful and inspiring places to take the plunge. Swimming is excellent exercise of course, but it’s so much more than that: it can be a transcendental experience, offering us space to reflect and to escape. It’s an antidote to screens and all-encompassing technology. Perhaps it’s the shedding of inhibitions that come with a dip, or could it be that getting somewhere under our own steam is an act that’s health-giving, refreshing and life-affirming? Whatever it means to you, swimming – alone or with others, badly or brilliantly – is about being in the moment. This new book celebrates bathing in glorious full-colour photography, revealing the editors’ chosen spots from inner-city architectural wonders to lakes, beach clubs and bagni. So whether you’re looking to do laps in Italy, tread water in Australia, sink into the icy depths in Iceland – or perhaps just sit on the side and let others do the hard work – this guide includes a setting for everyone. Dive right in.
Kiteboarding Manual 2nd edition
The Essential Guide for Beginners and Improvers
Häftad, Engelska, 2023
289 kr
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Your complete practical guide to this fast-paced and addictive sport. Kiteboarding has gone from strength to strength over the last few years, and interest is only set to increase with its inclusion in the 2024 Paris Olympics. In this book, Andy Gratwick (Head of Training for British Kitesports) gets you started with the kite and takes you through to flying it on the water, jumping, tricks and racing, as well as covering weather, wind and tide theory, and helping you select the right kit. Sections cover:- The origins of kiteboarding and massive rise in popularity in recent years- How a kite flies and basic weather principles as well as background on tides and currents, waves, and wind vs tide- Getting started on land – LEI rigging, assembly, launching and flying, body-dragging- How to master your board skills – turns, stopping, rules of the road- Going upwind, riding toeside, turning and transition- Moving fast and riding waves; learning to tack and gybe- Details on all kiteboarding disciplines from speed kiting to kiting on land- How to improve your performance and enjoy incredible airtime!For this second edition there's a new chapter devoted to all things foiling, as well as new text on latest kit, more effective techniques, tips on higher jumps, and new photography throughout. Packed with step-by-step photo sequences explaining the basic moves all the way through to more advanced tricks, and including information on competitions and becoming an instructor, this is a book no kiter will want to be without.
345 kr
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Exploring the Britannic
The life, last voyage and wreck of Titanic's tragic twin
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
318 kr
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Launched in 1914, two years after the ill-fated voyage of her sister ship, RMS Titanic, the Britannic was intended to be superior to her tragic twin in every way. But war intervened and in 1915 she was requisitioned as a hospital ship. Just one year later, while on her way to collect troops wounded in the Balkans campaign, she fell victim to a mine laid by a German U-boat and tragically sank in the middle of the Aegean Sea.There her wreck lay, at a depth of 400 feet, until it was discovered 59 years later by legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau. In 1996 the wreck was bought by the author of this book, Simon Mills.Exploring the Britannic tells the complete story of this enigmatic ship: her construction, launch and life, her fateful last voyage, and the historical findings resulting from the exploration of the well-preserved wreck over a period of 40 years. With remarkable sonar scans and many never before seen photographs of the wreck, plus fold-out sections of the original Harland & Wolff ship plans, not previously published in their entirety, Exploring the Britannic finally details how the mysteries surrounding the 100-year-old enigma were laid to rest, and what the future might also hold for her.
Wild Swimming Alps
130 lakes, rivers and waterfalls in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Slovenia
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
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"Discover untouched lakes, rivers and waterfalls in the Alps and foothills of Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Slovenia. Over 150 secret bathing and swimming spots with detailed descriptions and tips on safety and access. Including family-friendly locations as well as challenges for the true adventurer.> Bathe and picnic by secret forest lakes> Hike to pristine mountain waterfalls> Swim over rare underwater meadows in transient summer lakes> Plunge into the icy waters of an underground glacial lake at 3200m> Adventure through mysterious flooded caves and tunnels"
Lonely Planet Epic Surf Breaks of the World
200 Amazing Places to Ride the Waves | Travel Planning Tips & Maps | Fascinating Stories from Surfers | Adventures for Beginners & Pros
Inbunden, Engelska, 2020
307 kr
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Explore the world’s most thrilling waves with Epic Surf Breaks of the World. From Namibia’s wind-swept Skeleton Bay to Java’s G-Land, discover the best place to ‘hang ten’, whatever your surfing ability. Accompanied by a series of stunning photographs, maps and beautiful illustrations as well as first-person stories from surf writers all across the globe, including Pulitzer Prize winner William Finnegan, this is the quintessential guide for surfers looking for their next epic break.With 200 destinations, from Australia’s Bells Beach to the coral-flecked islands of the Maldives, you’re sure to find your perfect break in this 328-page, hardcover book. Plus, we take you to some of the most adrenaline-pumping breaks in the world, including Tahiti’s Teahupoo and Mexico’s Puerto Escondido, as well as easier options for beginners, such as Taghazout in Morocco, meaning all abilities are catered for. We cover the planet’s newest hotspots, such as Bundoran in Ireland, where world-class waves now lure surfers from all across the globe. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.
Wild Swimming France
1000 most beautiful rivers, lakes, waterfalls, hot springs & natural pools of France
Häftad, Engelska, 2021
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The best-selling Wild Swimming series returns to France for an expanded guide to best places to cool off this summer, including new coverage of Central and Northern France.Over 750 locations, including 300 new locations in Normandy, Ile, Champagne, Burgundy, Centre, Limousin, Auvergne and Aquitaine.Dive into the grand cascades of Auvergne, Jura and the AlpsDip in the emerald-green plunge pools and gorges of ProvenceSwim beneath the great chateaux of the Loire and Dordogne.Discover the unspoilt crater lakes of the Massif Central Soak in secluded hot springs in the woodlands of the Pyrenees.Bathe, picnic and canoe at willow dappled river beaches in Burgundy, Champagne & LimousinCombining dazzling photos, engaging writing and all the practical information you'll need, from maps, directions, grid references and walk-in times to recommendations for canoe trips, bike rides, riverside campsites and lakeshore restaurants.
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Vatten är en förutsättning för existens, en nödvändighet, ett beroende, och lyx. En läkande och helande kraft.
De nordiska länderna har starka badkulturer. Det kalla klimatet och ländernas geografiska utformning har gjort att vissa former av badande etablerade sig redan under förhistorisk tid. Bastubad, kallbad, källbad och motionsbad är en del av Nordens kulturhistoria som har överlevt i tusentals år. I vetenskap, konst, litteratur och religion möter vi berättelser om vattnets betydelse för människan och naturen – som en god och förödande kraft, som nytta och en symbol och metafor för rening. Vi badar av hygieniska, medicinska, religiösa och stärkande skäl men också för att umgås och slappna av.
Den här boken handlar om badandet i Norden; om attityder och förhållningssätt till badandet, våra gemensamma men också egna badtraditioner i Sverige, Finland, Norge, Danmark och Island. Vad är det som är specifikt med nordiska bad och var finns dagens intressantaste och mest spektakulära bad? Ulrica Nordström besöker bland annat svenska kallbad, finska bastubad mitt i Helsingfors och naturligt uppvärmda isländska källor.
"En spännande, intressant och välgjord bok som kan rekommenderas till alla badare och andra med badintresse." BTJ
"Den här uppfriskande och inspirerande boken berättar om de numera så starka och originella nordiska badkulturerna. (...) Kulturhistoria på roligt vis." Fokus
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The remains of the world’s most famous passenger liner, RMS Titanic, were discovered off the coast of Newfoundland in 1985, seventy-three years after it sank. Since then there have been numerous deep-water expeditions to the wreck site, yet little has ever been revealed about the details of these operations.Now, in this fully updated book, Eugene Nesmeyanov recounts all the major Titanic expeditions from 1985 to 2021, taking us on a journey alongside the scientists, cinematographers and other specialists who have visited the legendary wreck 2½ miles below the surface of the North Atlantic. A thorough analysis of the sophisticated technical equipment used is presented, along with historical, biological and other scientific findings, and rare material from official archives and private collections.
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Telling the unforgettable story of America's greatest Freediver, One Breath is a gripping and unforgettable read for anyone captivated by Netflix's The Deepest Breath.Competitive freediving-a sport built on diving as deep as possible on a single breath-tests the limits of human ability in the most hostile environment on earth. The unique and eclectic breed of individuals who freedive at the highest level regularly dive hundreds of feet below the ocean's surface, reaching such depths that their organs compress, light disappears, and one mistake could kill them.Even among freedivers, few have ever gone as deep as Nicholas Mevoli. A handsome young American with an unmatched talent for the sport, Nick was among freediving's brightest stars. He was also an extraordinary individual, one who rebelled against the vapid and commoditized society around him by relentlessly questing for something more meaningful and authentic, whatever the risks. So when Nick Mevoli arrived at Vertical Blue in 2013, the world's premier freediving competition, he was widely expected to challenge records and continue his meteoric rise to stardom. Instead, before the end of that fateful competition Nick Mevoli had died, a victim of the sport that had made him a star, and the very future of free diving was called into question. With unparalleled access and masterfully crafted prose, One Breath tells his unforgettable story, and of the sport which shaped and ultimately destroyed him.
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Transform your understanding of the underwater world with The Shipwreck Decoder. This essential illustrated guide helps you understand the silent stories told by submerged vessels. This insightful handbook delves into the features of shipwrecks, placing them in their rich historical context. It teaches you how to interpret your observations. Spanning different eras of maritime technology, it covers details from hull construction and propulsion systems to armaments and navigation instruments. As a result, it will help maritime enthusiasts - including divers - to truly 'read' these underwater time capsules.For Divers: This book enhances the experience and understanding of shipwreck divers. You'll learn how to orient yourself on a wreck using engine components or understand construction methods. These practical details are directly valuable for divers. It helps you explore more confidently and make better sense of every dive.For Maritime Enthusiasts: The book deeply explores marine engineering, historical timelines of technology, and the evolution of ship design and equipment. It covers ancient vessels to Cold War era ships. Therefore, it provides rich content for anyone passionate about the subject, archaeology, and naval architecture. The knowledge you gain will significantly enhance your appreciation of the topic. This includes, for example, dives, maps, charts, logs, museum displays, and even documentaries.Featuring 400+ original illustrations.A practical guide and reference book.A primer and briefing aid for understanding what to look for and how to interpret findings.NOTE ON THE 2026 REPRINT: The revised 2026 reprint incorporates technical corrections to the original 2025 text. Owners of the original printing can download a free Errata/Updates list at https://www.divedup.com/updates/shipwreck-decoder
It's Only Drowning
A True Story of Learning to Surf and the Search for Common Ground
Inbunden, Engelska, 2025
242 kr
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* A GOODREADS MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF SUMMER 2025 * A TOWN & COUNTRY BEST BOOK OF SUMMER 2025 * A former Obama speechwriter moves to the Jersey Shore and learns to surf with the help of his brother-in-law: a tattooed, truck-driving Joe Rogan superfan. David, the Yale-educated writer with a fear of sharks, and Matt, the daredevil electrician with a shed full of surfboards, had never been close. But as America’s crises piled up and David spiraled into existential dread, he noticed that his brother-in-law was thriving. He began to suspect Matt’s favorite hobby had something to do with it. David started taking surf lessons. For months, he wiped out on waves the height of daffodils. Yet, after realizing that surfing could change him both in and out of the water, he set an audacious goal: riding a big wave in Hawaii. He searched for an expert he could trust to guide and protect him—and when he couldn’t find one, he asked Matt. Together, they set out on a journey that spanned coasts, and even continents, before taking them to Oahu’s famously dangerous North Shore. It’s Only Drowning is a laugh-out-loud love letter to surfing—and so much more. It’s an ode to embarking on adventures at any age. It’s a blueprint for becoming braver at a time when it takes courage just to read the news. Most of all, it’s the story of an unlikely friendship, one that crosses the fault lines of education, ideology, and culture tearing so many of us apart.
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Discover the unmatched beauty of wild swimming by night. Combining motivational writing with evocative storytelling, international big wave surfer and night swimmer Al Mennie gives readers the tools to discover their own methods of navigating through darkness to find clarity and focus.Weaving together swim stories with the practicalities of how and when he swims at night, along with the benefits that connecting with nature has on the mind, this book is perfect for wild swimmers who want to experience their favourite waterhole after sundown. Discover what drew Al into the waters of the North Atlantic, how he found community after initially seeking isolation, his pre-swim rituals, and everything he has learnt along the way, including how he "found his moon" – something that shines brightly in his life.The book will feature:Tides, currents, weather and seasonsHow the senses adaptNavigating by landscape, moon and starsPreparation, what to wear, pre-swim rituals Route planning, back-up plans and support teamsThe importance of community With illustrations of landscapes, moon phases, constellations and tidal patterns, and templates for planning routes and logging swims, this book will help readers find a new perspective on life, opening their mind to a deeper connection with themselves and with their local environment.
154 kr
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This book will help you to succeed on the water whether your aim is Club, National, International (or even Olympic) level. With detailed analysis, challenging exercises and useful top tips throughout, everything is covered: from targets, goal setting and a winning mental attitude to boat handling, strategy and tactics (plus lots more). Handy diagrams on almost every page help to clarify complex concepts and scenarios, and brilliant action photographs bring the text to life. Each chapter is closed with not-to-be missed advice from Olympic medallists – making this a must-have book for all sailors who aspire to great success. This is a re-written and more focused version of the author’s popular title Be Your Own Sailing Coach, and its publication marks the re-launch of the iconic Sail to Win series, loved by sailors for over 30 years.
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'Roger Deakin is the perfect companion for an invigorating armchair swim. Engaging, thoughtful and candid' TelegraphWaterlog celebrates the magic of water and the beauty and eccentricity of Britain.In 1996 Roger Deakin, the late, great nature writer, set out to swim through the British Isles. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a fascinating perspective on modern Britain.Detained by water bailiffs in Winchester, intercepted in the Fowey estuary by coastguards, mistaken for a suicide on Camber sands, confronting the Corryvreckan whirlpool in the Hebrides, he discovers just how much of an outsider the native swimmer is to his landlocked, fully-dressed fellow citizens.This is a personal journey, a bold assertion of the native swimmer's right to roam, and an unforgettable celebration of the magic of water.