Kayak Surfing (How to Paddle Series) - Softcover

Mattos, Bill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762750839 ISBN 13: 9780762750832

Publisher: Falcon Guides, 2009

Synopsis

The most up-to-date, inspiring, and helpful guide to kayak surfing ever published, Kayak Surfing is a modern and visually dynamic resource by a leading expert in the sport. From basic principles to surfing etiquette, advanced technique, and the psychology and philosophy of ocean wave riding, this book covers it all.

Stunning photographs from pioneering sessions across the globe―from Cornwall in the United Kingdom, to South Africa, to Tahiti―fill the book. Bill Mattos's conversational style and clear explanations, further ensure that Kayak Surfing is, hands-down, the only book on the subject worth having―whether for experienced surfers or those yet to make the leap into the surf.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

One of the most up-to-date, inspiring, and helpful guides to kayak surfing ever published, Kayak Surfing is a modern and visually dynamic resource by a leading expert in the sport. From basic principles to surfing etiquette, advanced technique, and the psychology and philosophy of ocean wave riding, this book covers it all.
Throughout the book are stunning photos of author Bill Mattos and other top kayak surfers in action, many from pioneering surfing ventures across the globe―from Cornwall in the United Kingdom, to South Africa, to Tahiti. Mattos's conversational style and clear explanations further ensure that Kayak Surfing is a must―whether you're an experienced surfer or have yet to make the leap. It will have you pushing the boundaries, pulling off the latest moves, towing into ever more implausible wave faces . . . and traveling to ever more remote reaches of the earth in
search of adventure. This book covers
· What you'll need
· Where to start
· Getting to the wave (before it gets to you)
· Taking off
· Ride direction
· Simple turns
· Controlling speed
· The kayak surfer's Ten Commandments
· Core moves
· Racing ahead
· Carving around
· Tucking under
· Workin' it
· Surviving
· Rip till you die
· Radical moves
· The mystical stuff
· Training & fitness
· Preparation
· Competition
· Gear and clothing

About the Author:

Author of multiple books on kayaking, one of the sport's leading experts, international surfing competitor.

About this edition

• Publisher: Falcon Guides
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0762750839
• ISBN 13: 9780762750832
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 160