Water Sports
Dive into our collection of water sports books spanning kayaking, sailing, wild swimming, surfing and open-water adventures. From coastal explorations and river journeys to ocean crossings and cold-water therapy, discover the stories and guides that bring the water to life.
96 books
The Illustrated Dictionary of Boating Terms : 2000 Essential Terms for Sailors and Powerboaters
John Rousmaniere
Paperback
The River Wild : A Celebrated Journey Down the Whitewater Rapids of the Grand Canyon
Cecil C. Kuhne
Paperback
Wild Swimming in Britain: Recommended Guidebooks
Wild swimming has surged in popularity across Britain, transforming from a niche pursuit into a mainstream movement that connects thousands with the country's rivers, lakes, waterf...
Jules & Greg's Wild Swim : The deep dive companion to the hit TV series
Jules Wilson Nimmo, Greg Hemphill
Reef Smart Guides Bonaire (Second) : Scuba Dive. Snorkel. Surf. (Best Netherlands' Bonaire Diving Spots, Scuba Diving Travel Guide)
Peter McDougall, Ian Popple, Otto Wagner
Paperback
Practical Skipper : Essential notes and checklists for day and coastal skippers
Bill Johnson
Paperback
Discovering Submerged Stories : A Personal Dive into Britain's History
Duncan Ross, Andy Torbet
Paperback
The Skipper's Pocketbook : A Pocket Database for the Busy Skipper
Sara Hopkinson, Basil Mosenthal
Paperback
Swim Training Patterns : Plan your Training Sessions with the Power of Mathematics
Christoph Bartneck
Paperback
The Swimmer of Auschwitz : The Incredible True Story of the Olympic Hero Who Swam For His Life
Renaud Leblond
Paperback
A Mid Life Less Ordinary : From Ultramarathon Insanity to Rowing the Atlantic at Fifty
Peter Wright, Steve Wright
Paperback
Swimming Against the Current : Fighting for Common Sense in a World That's Lost its Mind
Riley Gaines
Paperback
Between the Devil and the Deep : Battling Bends Beneath the Surface
Mark Cowan, Martin Robson
Paperback
About Water Sports
From the adrenaline rush of big wave surfing to the meditative calm of wild swimming, water sports offer some of life's most transformative experiences. Our curated collection brings together the essential reads for anyone drawn to aquatic adventure — whether you're planning your first kayaking trip, dreaming of ocean crossings, or seeking inspiration from those who've pushed the boundaries of what's possible on and beneath the waves.
These books span the full spectrum of water-based pursuits: practical guides for sailors navigating coastal waters, memoirs from channel swimmers and Atlantic rowers, explorations of cold-water therapy's healing powers, and stunning visual celebrations of maritime heritage. You'll find technical manuals for aquatic fitness, shore guides for exploring new coastlines, and deeply personal accounts of how paddleboarding, swimming and sailing have changed lives.
Whether you're an experienced sailor, a wild swimming enthusiast, a surfing devotee, or simply curious about life on the water, these books offer knowledge, inspiration and insight. They're perfect for armchair adventurers planning their next expedition, athletes seeking to improve their technique, or anyone who finds solace, challenge and joy in the world's rivers, lakes and oceans.