The book starts with fundamental kayaking principles, covering boat design, paddling techniques, and safety equipment, before diving into advanced topics like reading rapids and rescue strategies.
A significant portion focuses on risk management, highlighting the importance of scouting and assessing environmental conditions.
Concluding with real-world case studies, Extreme Kayaking offers practical lessons derived from both successful and unsuccessful expeditions, illustrating the consequences of sound versus flawed decision-making, and reshaping the perception of extreme kayaking.