DVDs/Books/Maps

DVDs
Performance Sea Kayaking

An entertaining look at the basics of kayak touring. Hot paddling technique, rescues and basic seamanship skills are demonstrated and explained.

Features the Channel Islands, Apostle Islands, big surf, inland lakes and many of the top instructors in the field!

$29.95
The Kayak Roll

This DVD demonstrates and explains a smooth and effortless roll. Crystal clear underwater footage, animation, and explanations make this a video you don't want to miss!  

Designed for every skill level, beginner to teacher. This two part video presents a step by step learning progression enabling you to learn an effortless roll from scratch. The diagnostic section offers solutions to help you tune-up or teach that labored roll.

$29.95
In The Surf - Performance Surf Kayaking

This instructional video is targeted at sea kayakers, whitewater kayakers, and surfers: No matter what their paddling background, we will show how to play the ocean swells in a kayak.

Learn about the specialized boat designs... advantages and limitations. Learn about the dynamic ocean environment... including wave evaluation and selection, and rudder techniques. Maneuvers in the green, and in the whitewater are explained and demonstrated.

$29.95

The Ultimate Guide to Sea Kayaing

A four-part video by World Champion Kayaker, Ken Whiting, and expert sea kayaker, Alex Matthews, which provides both new and experienced paddlers with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and comfortably enjoy sea kayaking.

PART ONE introduces new paddlers to the sport, to the equipment that gets used and to important issues to understand before you hit the water.

PART TWO focuses on the Essential strokes and techniques.

PART THREE looks exclusively at rescue techniques.

PART FOUR deals with more advanced paddling techniques, such as preparing for multi-day trips, and dealing with such things as surf, current and weather.

$29.95
Kayak Fitness

Whether you are new to the sport, a weekend paddler or a professional, Kayak Fitness will improve your fitness, make you stronger and keep you motivated.

The Kayak Fitness on-land work out program is designed to develop the ultimate kayaking body by targeting the main muscle groups used for paddling: back, chest, shoulders, triceps, biceps, forearms, and abs. To provide total body muscle balance, elevate the heart rate and provide an added challenge, each upper body segment incorporates lower body work as well.

Using the latest in DVD technology, Kayak Fitness allows you to create your own workouts and sequences to fit your personal needs and time.

$24.95
Recreational Kayaking - The Essential Skills and Safety
Written, Produced and Hosted By Ken Whiting

Recreational Kayaking provides new and developing paddlers with the skills and knowledge necessary to comfortably and safely enjoy kayaking.
Whether your interest in kayaking stems from the desire to get outside and spend time with your friends and family or to explore the endless waterways that surround you, this DVD is a must-have for every kayaker.

$19.95
This is the Sea

Cackle TV Productions brings you the first ever action sea kayaking film. Witness sea kayaking at its most exciting from locations around the world.
Cackle TV Productions brings you sea kayaking at it's best. With thrilling footage taken in crashing surf and roaring tidal races. Enjoy personal insights from the world's top sea paddlers and come on tour to fantastic locations.        

$29.95
This is the Sea 2

Take a head-long dive into over 90 minutes of inspiring, edge-of-your seat sea kayaking action from award winning filmmaker Justine Curgenven and Cackle TV.
Immerse yourself in stunning photograply featuring some of the world's best paddlers.

$29.95
This is the Sea 3

This is the Sea 3 is the third in a series of award winning adventure sea kayaking films by renowned explorer and documentary maker, Justine Curgenven. This is the Sea 3 includes over 2 hours of sea kayaking expeditions, action and wildlife from Antarctica, the Faroe Islands, New Zealand, Wales & Scotland.

SPECIAL FEATURE: The 40-minute film Epics in Ice: a dramatic tale of three Australians who paddle 500 miles down the Antarctic Peninsula in incredibly challenging conditions. They battle through horrific winds, get trapped by moving ice, and are plagued by injuries. Epics in Ice is a documentary that is equally terrifying and hilarious as the team cope with their many hazards with good humor.

$29.95
The River Runners Edge

This energizing instructional unlocks the secrets of competent river runners: Water reading, strategies, strokes, maneuvers, & basic playboating. All are presented in a manner that demystifies & enlightens. Novice and experienced kayakers alike will profit from this upbeat production designed to set the right foundation

$29.95
The Kayak Fishing Video

Dennis Spike presents: Techniques, gear selection, water safety, outfitting your kayak, accessory installations, catching big game fish.

$24.95
Kayak Fishing DVD

The popular “Kayak Fishing” book is now available in DVD form.
YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

• All the necessary equipment
• The fundamentals of kayak fishing
• The essential strokes
• Bait and lure fishing from a kayak
• Fly fishing from a kayak
• Fighting and landing fish from a kayak
• Freshwater kayak fishing
• Saltwater kayak fishing
• Kayak fishing safety
• And much more...

60 Minutes

$19.95
Brent Reitz - Forward Stroke Clinic

Six-time national wild water & marathon champion Brent Reitz brings the rotational paddling technique of the elite Olympic paddler to the recreational kayaker. While the forward stroke is the most used stroke in kayaking, it is seldom taught. With this DVD you can learn how to do it more efficiently, to avoid injury and have more fun paddling

$29.95

Books

Rolling A Kayak
By Ken Whiting

Rolling a Kayak is Ken Whiting's sixth book on kayaking technique and the most comprehensive, clear and concise guide to learning and perfecting the kayak roll.
Written for both whitewater and sea kayakers, this book provides novice kayakers with foundation skills and step-by-step instructions for the standard kayak rolls, such as the C-to-C, Sweep and Pawlata rolls.
Experienced paddlers can take advantage of Ken's clear explanations of how to execute advanced rolling techniques, including the Back Deck Roll, the Hand Roll, the Dry Head Roll, as well as how to roll in current, waves, holes and ocean surf.
Ken also describes the most common problems that are encountered when learning the various types of rolls, and provides both their solutions as well as tricks for instructors to help students overcome them.

$16.95

Kayak Fishing Book
By Captain Scott Null and Joel McBride

Kayak fishing is one of the fastest growing sports in North America, and The Ultimate Guide to Kayak Fishing is the most comprehensive book on the sport.

Scott Null and Joel McBride draw on their vast experience in both kayaking and fishing to give the new kayak angler a solid foundation of skills and concepts that will allow a safe and comfortable entry into the sport. Scott and Joel also offer a wealth of tips and tricks that will help more experienced anglers get the most out of their time spent on the water.

$19.95

Recreational Kayaking Book
By Alex Matthews and Ken Whiting

Whether your interest in kayaking stems from the desire to get outside and spend time wiht your friends and family or to explore the endless waterways that surround you, this easy-to-read guide makes paddling fun and safe for both new and developing paddlers.

You'll learn how to choose the right equipment, important issues to understand before you hit the water, the essential strokes and paddling techniques, how to get the most out of your kayak, how to stay safe on the water, and much more.

$14.95

Adventure Kayaking: Inland Waters Of The Western US
Skillman

Here in one volume are some of the best major lake kayaking opportunities in the far west: CA, AZ, OR, NV. UT & WA. Included are Mono, Ross & Trinity Lakes, Lake Powell, and 9 more! Routes vary from a few hours to 2 days long, and include camping areason islands & shores

$14.95

Adventure Kayaking: Trips From Big Sur To San Diego

Over 40 individual trips along CA coast from Big Sur to San Diego & including the Channel Islands. For all ages & levels of skill. Contains detailed info on how to find your put-in, safety factors, trip length, nearby camping

$17.95
Adventure Kayaking - Russian River to Monterey
California Coastal Access Guide
Kayak Diving
Sit-on-top Kayaking – Beginner’s guide
Sea Kayaking Illustrated
California Recreational Lakes and Rivers

Magazines
    

Maps - Waterproof Fishing Maps
LA Inshore North-Oxnard to Marina del Rey
Saltwater Chart

This area features more than a mile of sandy beaches for swimming, surfing, windsurfing, fishing and more. Plus, you can explore the tidepools, coastal caves and reefs. Because of this area's relative isolation from the city, the ocean adjoining this scenic expanse of coastline offers numerous fishing opportunities.
Featured Species: Barracuda, Bonito, Calico Bass, Halibut, Rockfish, Sand Bass, Sculpin, White Sea Bass and Yellowtail
Map Features:
Tips and Techniques for Featured Species
GPS Information
2 Access Locations Indicated
22 Proven Fishing Areas Marked
Area Marina Information
Artificial Reefs Indicated with GPS (if applicable)
Covers coast between Oxnard and Marina del Rey

$18.95
LA Inshore Central-Malibu to Long Beach Inshore
Saltwater Chart

There are 88 cities within Los Angeles County, including the islands of San Clemete and Santa Catalina. The coastline is 76 miles long and it has the highest population of any county in the nation. The inshore waters of the nearby Pacific Ocean offer many recreational opportunities.
Featured Species: Barracuda, Bonito, Calico Bass, Halibut, Rockfish, Sand Bass, Sculpin, White Sea Bass and Yellowtail
Map Features:
Tips and Techniques for Featured Species
GPS Information
1 Access Location Indicated
28 Proven Fishing Areas Marked
Area Marina Information
Artificial Reefs Indicated with GPS (if applicable)
Covers coast between Malibu and Long Beach Inshore

$18.95
LA Inshore South-Palos Verdes to Orange County
Saltwater Chart

Los Angeles County's sunny climate and magnificent Pacific coastline brings a tremendous blend of both water and land-based recreation.
Featured Species: Barracuda, Bonito, Calico Bass, Halibut, Rockfish, Sand Bass, Sculpin, White Sea Bass and Yellowtail
Map Features:
Tips and Techniques for Featured Species
GPS Information
5 Access Locations Indicated
30 Proven Fishing Areas Marked
Area Marina Information
Artificial Reefs Indicated with GPS (if applicable)
Covers coast between Palos Verdes and Orange County

$18.95
San Diego Inshore – San Clemente to Imperial Beach
Saltwater Chart

San Diego's Mediterranean-like climate is second to none. Inshore anglers will find calico bass, sand bass, white sea bass and numerous rockfish species year-round. In summer, hard fighting yellowtail, barracuda, California halibut and bonito add to the excitement of any fishing trip.
Featured Species: Barracuda, Bonito, Calico Bass, Halibut, Rockfish, Sand Bass, White Sea Bass and Yellowtail
Map Features:
Tips and Techniques for Featured Species
GPS Information
10 Access Locations Indicated
27 Proven Fishing Areas Marked
Area Marina Information
Artificial Reefs Indicated with GPS (if applicable)
Covers coast between San Clemente and Imperial Beach

$18.95