Outdoor category: 2147 books
The Kayak Companion
Expert guidance for enjoying the paddling experience in water of all types from one of America's premier kayakers
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2003
Get paddling! Joe Glickman, a two-time member of the US National Marathon Kayak Team, fills this kayaking primer with expert advice and plenty of encouragement. Beginners will benefit from Glickman’s clear descriptions of the basic techniques of sea, touring, and recreational kayaking, while experienced...
by Christopher Cunningham
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: August 2, 2013
29 STORIES THAT ILLUSTRATE WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN SAFETY IS LEFT ON SHORE
Sea Kayaker's Deep Trouble was a bestselling warning to kayakers: Do not let ignorance or arrogance get you hurt or even killed. Thousands heeded Deep Trouble's tales of tragedy; but even with the benefits of evolving technology...
by John Long, Peter Croft
Language: English
Release Date: February 18, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: February 18, 2014
Traditional, or simply, trad climbing, is a do-it-yourself adventure requiring the climbing team to negotiate the climb and to carry, hand-place and remove most if not all components of the roped safety system. In The Trad Climber’s Bible, two of the most revered and respected trad climbers in the...
by Malcolm Law
Language: English
Release Date: February 27, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: February 27, 2013
Malcolm Law is an ordinary man who took on an extraordinary goal. Many said it was impossible - even Mal himself doubted whether he would succeed. But he had a secret weapon: he carried a photo of his late brother, Alan. In November 2009, Mal set out to run New Zealand's seven mainland 'Great Walks'...
The Art of Stand Up Paddling
A Complete Guide to SUP on Lakes, Rivers, and Oceans
Language: English
Release Date: November 15, 2015
Stand up paddling (SUP) is experiencing fast growth in the United States and around the world. It can be enjoyed on inland lakes and rivers, as well as on the ocean and in the surf—but most important, it’s fun and a great way to stay fit.
The Art of Stand Up Paddling will include everything...
Parkour and the Art du déplacement
Strength, Dignity, Community
Language: English
Release Date: October 8, 2013
Parkour, the art of displacement, or freerunning—whatever the name, this new discipline born in the Paris suburbs is rapidly being adopted by people throughout the world. Not satisfied to suffer through urban life, these athletic artists or artistic athletes want to thrive in it, all the while earning...
Allen & Mike's Avalanche Book
A Guide to Staying Safe in Avalanche Terrain
Language: English
Release Date: December 4, 2012
With more and more people heading into the winter backcountry on skis, snowshoes, and snowmobiles, avalanche safety is of paramount importance. Allen & Mike's Really Cool Avalanche Safety Book distills the sometimes overly technical information of snow science into a user-friendly format with helpful...
No Such Thing as Failure
My Life in Adventure, Exploration, and Survival
Language: English
Release Date: April 28, 2015
If there's an adventure to be had, it's likely that David Hempleman-Adams has been there first.
Ranking alongside Ranulph Fiennes and Chris Bonnington in the pantheon of British explorers, David Hempleman-Adams is the first person in history to achieve what is termed the Adventurers' Grand...
The Mountain Bike Skills Manual
Fitness and Skills for Every Rider
Language: English
Release Date: June 30, 2013
More riders than ever are heading to the country on their mountain bikes. It's a sport that has exploded over the last twenty years, as people of all ages and walks of life are drawn to the thrill of the ride.
Written by rider, racer and trainer Clive Forth, The Mountain Bike Skills Manual...
Self Defense: The Complete Self Defense Guide Against Unexpected Fights and Sudden Attacks
Core Esential Skills, #1
Language: English
Release Date: September 26, 2017
Would you like to be armed with the right self-defense skills so that you know exactly what to do if your life was hanging by a thread?
It's impossible to know what outcome to expect when facing any life threatening situation.
Knowing how to react against unexpected attacks is a skill...
by Wayne J. Lutz
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2013
Updated 12-15-2013. River and lake paddling in a sea kayak not your typical jaunts in the Pacific Northwest. Heres proof that enchanting journeys are born in dreams of personal exploration. A Canadian paddler heads south to probe the rivers of Washington, searching for “slow pusher” rivers to propel...
by Ace McCloud
Language: English
Release Date: March 10, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: March 10, 2017
Are you embarrassed by your basketball skills? Tired of missing those crucial shots? Wish you could steal the ball more often?
Whether you want to (1) shoot more accurately, (2) play better defense, or (3) discover how to be a more powerful player, this book will get you there.
Are you...
by Tobin Frost
Language: English
Release Date: November 13, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: November 13, 2012
The Appalachian Trail is 2,181 mile- (3,510 km) long trail that stretches from Georgia to Maine in the eastern United States. Although 2,000,000-to-3,000,000 people hike portions of the trail each year, only 1,500-to-2,000 attempt to hike the entire length and 200-to-300 of those people succeed....
Training for Climbing
The Definitive Guide to Improving Your Performance
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2016
Increase your strength, power, skill, and focus to maximize your climbing performance.
Praise for Training for Climbing
“Training for Climbing is a great resource. Whether you’re just starting out or already ticking 5.13, you’ll find valuable information here to help you climb harder. This is...