{"product_id":"9781906095345-rough-water-handling","title":"Sea Kayak: Rough Water Handling","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Manual for Intermediate and Advanced Paddlers\u003cbr\u003eA guide that can help you to master the skills needed to manoeuvre a sea kayak efficiently in rough water and advanced conditions. For intermediate and advanced paddlers, it draws on the author's personal and coaching experience to help the reader master sea kayak handling skills and techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaster the art of sea kayaking in challenging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSea Kayak Rough Water Handling\u003c\/em\u003e by Doug Cooper is an in-depth, practical guide designed for intermediate and advanced paddlers who want to develop confidence and control in rough water environments. Building on the foundation skills covered in his earlier book, \u003cem\u003eSea Kayak Handling\u003c\/em\u003e, Doug takes readers into more dynamic, exciting, and demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing from decades of coaching and expedition experience, Doug provides clear, structured instruction supported by accurate sequential photographs and simple, concise explanations. Each chapter explores the technical, tactical, physiological, and psychological aspects of advanced sea kayaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you’ll learn how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddle efficiently in high windsand challenging weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate moving waterand handle strong currents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop surf and rockhopping techniquessafely and confidently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster tide racesand open water crossings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect your rolling and recovery skills in real conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRough Water Handling\u003c\/em\u003e is recommended support material for the 4 and 5 Star (Sea) Awards, making it an invaluable companion for paddlers progressing toward leadership and advanced performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining Doug’s extensive knowledge, engaging teaching style, and world-class photography, this book transforms complex manoeuvres into achievable, confidence-building techniques for all serious sea kayakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31847276773473,"sku":"9781906095345","price":16.58,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_26569086.jpg?v=1760450175","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781906095345-rough-water-handling","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}