Belfast, Maine 04915
207-338-6424
info@touringkayaks.com
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 We Recommend: A Few Great Titles from Heliconia Press |
 by Alex Matthews |
Whether your interest is in paddling in more
challenging conditions, or in learning new skills and concepts that will boost
your confidence for sheltered paddling, Sea Kayaking: Rough Waters will
take you there. With stunning photography, fun illustrations, and a gold mine
of knowledge passed on by expert sea kayaker, Alex Matthews. YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT: Choosing and caring for equipment; optimizing your strokes and paddling techniques; rough water safety and rescue; navigating through tidal currents; paddling in surf zones; dealing with wind; and much more… ALEX MATTHEWS is also the co-author of Touring and Sea Kayaking: An Essential Guide, and the award-winning Ultimate Guide to Sea Kayaking DVD. As a contributing editor, his articles have appeared in many prominent paddlesports publications, and he has worked in both kayak design and marketing for leading paddlesport companies. Details – 136 pages, 9” x 8” , Softcover, Full Color. Price – $19.95 US See Inside: Read a Sample Segment |
 By Ken Whiting |
Rolling a Kayak is Ken Whiting’s sixth book
on kayaking technique and the most comprehensive, clear and concise guide to
learning and perfecting the kayak roll. Written for both whitewater and sea kayakers, this book provides novice kayakers with foundation skills and step-by-step instructions for the standard kayak rolls, such as the C-to-C, Sweep and Pawlata rolls. Experienced paddlers can take advantage of Ken’s clear explanations of how to execute advanced rolling techniques, including the Back Deck Roll, the Hand Roll, the Dry Head Roll, as well as how to roll in current, waves, holes and ocean surf. Ken also describes the most common problems that are encountered when learning the various types of rolls, and provides both their solutions as well as tricks for instructors to help students overcome them. More Details – 88 pages, 9” x 9”, soft cover, Full Colour ISBN 978-1-896980-27-0 Price US $16.95 See Inside: Read a Sample Segment |
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The Ultimate Guide to Sea Kayaking is a four-part video
by World Champion Kayaker, Ken Whiting, and expert sea kayaker, Alex Matthews,
which provides both new and experienced paddlers with the knowledge and skills
necessary to safely and comfortably enjoy sea kayaking. U nique to the sea kayaking world, The Ultimate Guide To Sea Kayaking combines top-notch instruction with unmatched cinematography and adventure travel. Award-winning cameraman, Chris Emerick, captures all the action from destination hotspots around Vancouver Island, the Olympic Peninsula, and Canada’s renowned Algonquin Park. PART ONE introduces new paddlers to the sport through equipment tips and basic information you need before you hit the water. PART TWO focuses on the essential strokes and techniques. PART THREE looks exclusively at safety and rescue techniques. PART FOUR deals with more advanced paddling techniques, such as preparing for multi-day trips and dealing with surf, currents and weather. Length - 120 minutes Price - $29.95 US / $39.95 CAN View Trailer |
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This is the Sea 3: A Film by Justine Curgenven
This is the Sea 3 is the third in a series of award winning adventure sea kayaking films by renowned explorer and documentary maker, Justine Curgenven. It includes over 2 hours of sea kayaking expeditions, action and wildlife from Antarctica, the Faroe Islands, New Zealand, Wales & Scotland. > View Youtube.com trailer > More Length – 120 mins ISBN - 1-896980-24-4 Price – $29.95 US Pub Date: April 2007 View Trailer |
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