Water Sports category: 1998 books

OLYMPIC OBSESSION brings to life the personalities behind British rowings incredible success story at the Sydney Games. Set to a compelling narrative, the book unfolds against the story of Martin Cross, himself an Olympic champion, turned BBC commentator. Crosss unique relationship with the sport over...

Rowing is one of the most enjoyable sports you can do. Not only is it great fun, but it also provides a great overall workout. In order to be the best rower you can be, it is important to master proper stroke technique. Once you have settled into the boat and have properly strapped in your feet,...

Advanced Rowing brings together a selection of leading experts in the sport of rowing, including international head coaches from New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland and Denmark, who have all coached crews to World and Olympic medals. Distinguished club and university coaches contribute from the United...

During the First World War many sportsmen exchanged their sports field for the battlefield, switched their equipment for firearms. Here acclaimed author and screenwriter Nigel McCrery investigates over forty Oxbridge rowers all of whom put down their oars and gave their lives for their country. Complete...

Recuerdo las instrucciones en el Batallón de Ingenieros Anfibios 121 de buceo con traje seco, a orillas del Río Coronda, cuando la superficie estaba llena de camalotes. Ahora, que se terminó la invernada, aquella imagen contrasta con la experiencia del Buceo Bajo el Hielo que traemos de la Antártida,...

The best and newest big-wave surfing stories from the sport’s insiders More 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. Since then, the sport has exploded in popularity. The big wave bar keeps rising...

Toronto synchro swimmer Carrie Munroe is Podium Sports Academy's team flyer and the school's best prospect for making it at the upcoming Vegas tryouts -- fulfilling her dreams of being in a glitz-and-glamour professional show. Carrie feels there's only one thing holding her back -- the weekly poolside...

On the morning of August 6, 1926, Gertrude Ederle stood in her bathing suit on the beach at Cape Gris-Nez, France, and faced the churning waves of the English Channel. Twenty-one miles across the perilous waterway, the English coastline beckoned. Lyrical text, stunning illustrations and fascinating...

Jenny has always loved swimming, so this year she’s finally decided to join the swim team. Jenny cruises through the pool during practice, but when she sees the crowd of spectators at her first meet, she freezes up. Can Jenny overcome her fears and help lead her team to victory? This fast-paced sports story eBook is a winning read for any young athlete!

Katie Ledecky: Swimming’s Golden Girl narrates the extraordinary story of the young US swimmer who stunned the world by capturing gold at the 2012 Olympics. Since the London Games, the popular role model has dominated ladies swimming with her powerful swimming and winning attitude. A children’s...

The Topper is a brilliant boat – just under 50,000 have been sold and thousands of people learn the basic skills in Toppers every year. This is the only book which shows you how to rig, sail and race – right up to World Champion standard. It is packed full of advice, go-fast tips, photo sequences...

Storia del Surf in Italia è la più grande ricerca sul surf da onda mai realizzata. Con l’inserimento delle interviste ai protagonisti, l’opera penetra fino alle radici più profonde e ai retroscena più nascosti di questa recente storia sportiva. Dal capitolo iniziale sui pionieri, passando...

This book covers several topics including: Chapter 1: Kitesurfing Chapter 2: Kitesurfing Babes Chapter 3: Why You Should Try Fort Lauderdale Kitesurfing Chapter 4: Great Kitesurfing Videos Chapter 5: Kitesurfing In Costa Rica Chapter 6: Kitesurfing In Australia: Feel The Power Of A Breeze...