Water sports and recreations

Like the instant classic The Last American Man, Fearless is the story of a remarkable individual who accepts no personal limitsincluding fear.

The best and newest big-wave surfing stories from the sports insidersMore than a decade ago, John Long published his now classic The Big Drop, an unprecedented look at the larger-than-life frontier of big wave surfing.

Surfing has evolved from a relatively obscure pastime to one of the fastest growing sports in the world.

Gibs Odyssey is the true story of an extraordinary man, Gib Peters, and his solo journey along the Intracoastal Waterway from Key West to New York and back while suffering the ravages of Lou Gehrigs disease.

Paddling Connecticut and Rhode Islandgives a good variety of paddles from those slow lazy trips to more challenging outings.

Pete Goss became a national and international hero when he rescued French yachtsman Raphael Dinelli as his boat sank beneath him in the round-the-world single-handed sailing race, the Vendee Globe, on Christmas Day 1996.

Inspiration, something much needed in these times, abounds as Sir Steve relates the entertaining tales of his fellow sportsmen and women that spurred on his success.

The perfect summer read from the internationally bestselling author.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE CWA NEW BLOOD DAGGER ***Don't miss the utterly gripping new thriller from Egan Hughes - LEAVE THE LIGHTS ON is out now*** 'This one really pulled me in' JANE CORRY 'Tense, thrilling and full of twists and turns' ANGELA MARSONS 'A summer must-read' WOMAN'S WEEKLY 'A masterclass in storytelling' THE COURIER 'Addictive, I was gripped from the opening chapter' JO SPAIN 'Plunges the reader in and leaves them gasping for air' RACHEL EDWARDS 'Utterly addictive' CRIME MONTHLY 'Gripping' HELLO __________________You love him.

In the United States, more than half of adults either cannot swim or do not possess all the basic swimming skills.

Golden Daze tells the story of Australian surfing one year at a time through the lives of our greatest surfers.

A beautifully designed, full-colour collection of the best Australian surfing photographers and their award-winning work.

The story of a remarkable girl who followed her dream and conquered the world.

Swim, Bike, Run is the ultimate triathlon book, from Olympic heroes the Brownlee brothersThe Olympic Triathlon, Hyde Park, LondonAugust 7th 2012'We jogged to our positions on the pontoon: two brothers, side by side, the world and everyone we ever cared about looking on.

"e;Clay Marzo is an amazing, nearly amphibious surfer with a one-of-a-kind life story.

Surfing today evokes many things: thundering waves, warm beaches, bikinis and lifeguards, and carefree pleasure.

From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge and secrets every sailor needsPeter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed in and won hundreds of races over the last forty years.

From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge and secrets every sailor needsPeter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed in and won hundreds of races over the last forty years.

Everything you wanted to know about the mysterious art of rigging but were afraid to ask.

Seamanship is the art of managing a boat.

Interested in learning to sail but feel like you re navigating in murky waters?

This book is essential to every yacht and most large motorboats, which have diesel engines.

This book covers the practical syllabus a student skipper needs to pass advanced sailing exams.

Positive Pedagogy is an athlete-centred, inquiry-based approach that transforms the way we understand learning and coaching in sport.

Positive Pedagogy is an athlete-centred, inquiry-based approach that transforms the way we understand learning and coaching in sport.

'The water slips over me like cool silk.

'Exhilarating' - Sunday Times'Rapturous' - Sunday Telegraph'A remarkable tale of grace and danger' - Financial TimesWhen paramedic Bruce Pike is called out to deal with another teenage adventure gone wrong, he knows better than anyone what happened and how.

Learn the essentials of seamanship from one of the world's premier boating organizationsDeveloped and refined through 40 years of Coast Guard Auxiliary training courses, Boating Skills and Seamanship is your perfect introduction to recreational boating's fundamentals.

"e;In all, beautifully written and wonderfully inspiring.

Live the cruising life without being wealthy!

There is deep mystery and profound satisfaction in finding your position on earth by reference to the sun, moon, and stars--not to mention profound relief when the GPS receiver stops working in mid-passage.

Boats require constant care.

$500 WORTH OF GOVERNMENT CHART AND COAST PILOT COVERAGE--MARKED WITH WAYPOINTS, BRIDGES, AND THE ROUTE!

Authoritative, practical, and hands-on information on reading and relying on electronic and paper nautical charts The classic How to Read a Nautical Chart explains every aspect of electronic and paper nautical charts: how a chart is assembled, how to gauge the accuracy of chart data, how to read charts created by other governments, how to use information such as scale, projection technique and datum that every chart contains; how not to get fooled or run aground by overzooming.

'A ravishing, alarming account of these underwater palaces of wonder, and the existential threat they face from humanity and our warming climate .

Get the latest boatbuilding tips from this updated classicSince its first publication in 1970, Boatbuilding Manual has become the standard reference in boatbuilding and boat design schools, in the offices of professional builders, and in the basement workshops of home builders.

The operator's manual that should come with every boater's GPS receiver or chart plotter.

Don't Be Baffled by Your Electrical System--Handle Repairs and Improvements with EaseWith clear illustrations and simple explanations, Don Casey shows you exactly how to install wiring .

The definitive guide to a critical, hotly debated topicHow should a sailor cope with storms at sea?

Find Your Way at Sea, No Matter What Inherently interesting and fun to read .

The First Ever Guide for Optimizing Boat SystemsThis guide is invaluable for anyone designing or installing mechanical systems on a new boat, retrofitting an existing boat, or evaluating a boat's operating condition.

There is something beautiful and nostalgic about wooden boats.

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do.

Captain Heinrich Paasch was the first to recognize the complexity and variety in marine vocabulary and technical terminology and the inherent need for a cohesive classification of nautical terms.

Know you'll pass before you take the exam.

Shouldn't your boat's name look as distinctive as your boat?

Your vessel may be equipped with the most advanced technology and the most powerful engines, but the failure to apply the basic principles of bridge resource management can still prevent you from getting where you are going.

WHEN YOU NAVIGATE THE COAST OF MAINE, A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS A Visual Cruising Guide to the Maine Coast takes the guesswork out of navigating Maine's intricate, reef-strewn waters, ensuring that your next voyage through this coastal paradise will be picture-perfect.

Keep your boat's electrical systems running and reliable Boatowner s Illustrated Electrical Handbook is perfect for learning how your boat s electrical system and much of its equipment works, and it will be an invaluable guide when adding equipment as well.