FYI, Andy Knapp's new book, _The Optimum Kayak_, is now on the shelves. It is not another how-to-paddle book, of which there is already a plethora, but a guide to choosing, maintaining, repairing, and customizing whitewater and sea kayaks and their accessories. I haven't had my copy long enough to more than skim it, but it looks like it is chock-full of useful information. (One thing I would add, Andy, is the advisability of applying 303 to VCP-type hatch covers.) Also, Andy gives Paddlewise a full paragraph in the acknowledgments and lists it in the handy "Resources" chapter, which contains a bibliography and contact information for many manufacturers and other resources. The book is published by Ragged Mountain Press, and the ISBN is 0-07-038298-0. Chuck holst *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
In a message dated 11/8/1999 3:11:06 PM Central Standard Time, CHUCK_at_multitech.com writes: > FYI, Andy Knapp's new book, _The Optimum Kayak_, is now on the shelves.< Thanks, Chuck, for the plug. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my PaddleWise mailing list friends for the almost two year's flow of ideas and discussion that has gone on here; many of these thoughts have either reinforced my ideas, filtered out misconceptions, or added new perspectives to the many ideas I collected while assembling the book. I think the most valuable asset to PaddleWise is in knowing that there are others out there thinking through similar experiences and sharing their views with others. I spent many years on the water, on the trail, and on the road learning things the hard way and am now honored to have the opportunity to share (hopefully) useful ideas with other paddlers getting into the sport. >(One thing I would add, Andy, is the advisability of applying 303 to VCP-type hatch covers.) < Right. I'm sure there are many things to add. 303 Protectant (or McNett's UV-Tech) is useful as preventive maintenance on a wide variety of equipment. It ranks right behind duct tape in importance as a must-have repair supply. I would be happy to receive other comments and suggestions relating to topics in the book for inclusion in possible future revisions. My original contract called for 40,000 words and I cut it off at close to 60,000, still knowing there were topics to cover in greater depth as well as other undeveloped ideas. I know there are ideas I expressed that other good kayakers will disagree with but I have tried to present an accurate broad perspective on the whole continuum of kayaking. My experience with PaddleWise has helped shape that perspective, and for that, I thank you all. Regards, Andy Knapp Minneapolis A record-setting 70 degrees and no excuses not to go paddling. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I can't resist recommending "The Greenlanders" by Jane Smiley. This novel, which is only extremely marginally on topic, is a little offbeat but thoroughly engrossing. Except for the sporadic references to "skraelings in their skinboats," however, do not expect much on kayaks. Tom Joyce *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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