- Paperback: 194 pages
- Publisher: TAB Books Inc (1 Mar 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0070339015
- ISBN-13: 978-0070339019
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 18.5 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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- #97 in Books > Sports, Hobbies & Games > Water Sports > Boating > Rafting
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If you are a canoeist, kayaker, or river rafter, this eclectic mix of essentail and esoteric facts will keep you engrossed for days. Longtime paddler Zip Kellog left no stone unturned in his search for paddling-related information. Included are resources for every aspect of paddling: Boats and gears; Maps and guides; clubs, events, symposia, publications, and Web sites; Conservation handbooks and manuals; A survey of paddling literature, art, music; And perhaps the most comprehensive paddling bibliography ever assembled, with excerpts from Thoreau, Theroux, Mason, Barrow, and many others. Sprinkled throughout are technical tips and bits of wisdom, as well as alternative views from leading figures in the sport.
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The Whole Paddler's Catalog is the sourcebook for owners of human-powered watercraft of any type. Always with an eye to the alternative, longtime paddler Zip Kellogg presents an exhaustive compENDium of paddling information. This eclectic mixture of both the essential and the esoteric includes: A plethora of resources for paddlers, including clubs, events, symposia, publications, and web sites. Handbooks and inspiration for paddlers concerned about water conservation and mangement. Perhaps the most comprehensive paddling bibliography ever assembled, with excerpts that span the history of paddlesports. The best of paddling videos, literature, music, and art, including rarities and little-known gems; Technical tips and bits of wisdom contributed by seasoned paddlers; Sources for hard-to-find paraphernalia: gear, boats, maps, guides, and more. Provocative commentary by some of paddling's most articulate and best-known practioners: Pope Barrow; Jeff Bennett; Tonya Bennett; John Connelly; John Dowd; Annie Getchell; Jonathan Hanson; Roseann Hanson; Verne Huser; Alan Kesselheim; Robert Kimber; Chris Kulczycki; Dorcas Miller; roderick Frazier Nash; Harry Rock; Thomas Sebring; Ken Wright.
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Hey, this book has everything about paddling, from birds along the river, to river-inspired music! And splendid illustrations by an inspired artist, too. I bought copies for all my paddling friends. It will keep their dreams alive till the ice goes out.
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27 Aug 2004
Format:Paperback
The Whole Paddler's Catalog is a book for people of all ages. No matter if you are just starting out in the activity known as swift water sports or if you are an aged veteran. With content such as, equipment needs and how to be safe, this book is one i would recommend to everyone interested in getting into the swift water sports.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
This book adds a lot to your trip on the water.
14 Dec 1998
Format:Paperback
Hey, this book has everything about paddling, from birds along the river, to river-inspired music! And splendid illustrations by an inspired artist, too. I bought copies for all my paddling friends. It will keep their dreams alive till the ice goes out.
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