World Whitewater: A Global Guide for River Runners - Softcover

Jim Cassady; Dan Dunlap

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9780070119628: World Whitewater: A Global Guide for River Runners

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070119627 ISBN 13: 9780070119628

Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 1999

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Whether you're up for the most challenging runs in the remotest places on earth, or are just looking for a lovely flatwater float, you will find them all here. World Whiteware is the only complete international guide to the legendary rivers of the world. It gives you all the information you need to plan your expedition. Wherever you picture yourself, World Whitewater can get you there.

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From the Back Cover:

Take your pick of the world's whitewater rivers--over 200, on six continents!

Prepare to revel over the best whitewater on the planet, from stunningly scenic Class I floats to the most hair-raising Class VI runs. For the first time ever in one volume, expert river guides Cassady and Dunlap have collected an encyclopedia of inside information about rivers around the world.

Here you can discover fabled rivers, from the Zanskar and Zambezi to America's own Snake, in places as far-flung as the Himalayas and as near as the Appalachians. Along the way, be inspired and entertained by the tales of other river rats as you plan your own adventure.

Plan the whitewater trip of your dreams:

Difficulty ratings for key rivers
Maps of the most important rivers in each area
River lengths, best seasons, and river descriptions
How to contact outfitters and guides
Know the best put-in and take-out spots before you go

Whether you're into kayaks, canoes, or rafting--whether you're still pretty green or a seasoned river runner--this guide will get you stoked for your next dream expedition.

About the Author:

Jim Cassady has boated on more than 200 rivers around the world, including several first descents. He is the coauthor of California Whitewater and Western Whitewater.

Dan Dunlap is a veteran river runner and traveler who has run over 200 different rivers in 13 countries on six continents.

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