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Whitewater Rafting: Essential Equipment and Techniques (Paperback) by Graeme Addison (Author) |
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Book Description
The wild fun of whitewater
rafting has gained enormous popularity in recent
years. This basic guide is a smart investment for
anyone considering a trip. Clear, concise text and
easy-to-read
illustrations
show how to read the water and maneuver the craft.
Chapters on safety cover the basic equipment, such as PFDs, throwbags, and ropes, as well as risk management, capsize drills, and rope handling. An extensive listing of contacts and select destinations is also included. The wealth of action photos is both entertaining and instructive.
From the PublisherAn extensive guide featuring full-color photography on boats and gear, safety and rescue, and key technical moves.
Product Details
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Paperback: 96 pages
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Publisher: Stackpole Books; 1 edition (February 2001)
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Language: English
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ISBN-10: 0811729982
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ISBN-13: 978-0811729987
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Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.6 x 0.4 inches
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Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
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Average Customer Review:
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Amazon.com Sales Rank: #626,086 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
CONTENTS
1. Spirit of the River
Go back to the roots of whitewater exploration: a fascinating glimpse into the history of rafting, the origins of rafts, rafting options, and types of whitewater trips.
2. Do it Right
Rafting can be risky, so do it right! Choose your river, your companions and your equipment well, and be rigorous about safety.
3. The River
Learning how to read the river is essential. This chapter includes how rivers work, types of rapids and waves, features and hazards, grading and safety codes.
4. Boat Control
Choose the right boat. Learn about rafts, capsize drills, river signals, boating strokes, and safety talks.
5. Safety and Rescue
How to prevent accidents on the river. This practical chapter includes invaluable step-by-step guides to different rescue techniques, equipment and communications.
6. Rafting Today
The top whitewater routs and worldwide and how to get to them, river access, legal and insurance issues. World Map & river descriptions.
7. Waterwise
Be wise, be prepared! Personal security, safe meals, treating common medical conditions, and good contact sources.
Index
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