Kahawai: The People's Fish by Gerard Hindmarsh

$20.00 NZD

Category: Sport

Kahawai is a celebration of this often under-appreciated fish. With history, information on biology and behaviour, plenty of fishing stories, tips on how to catch them and cook them, this book will tell you everything you need to know about kahawai.

Hawke's Bay's Best Bike Rides: Easy trails, road rides and mountain bike rides by Kennett Brothers

$12.00 NZD

Category: Sport

The first edition of Hawke's Bay's Best Bike Rides includes every pathway trail, every mountain bike track and the ten best road rides, in sunny Hawke's Bay. They are described in detail with additional maps and altitude graphs. It is an indispensable guide for all cyclists visiting the region. It is ba sed on the same format as the best-selling Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides. ...Show more

Introduction to Becoming and Remaining Rugbyfit by James Haskell

$20.00 NZD

Category: Sport

As a professional rugby player and renowned athlete, James is widely known for his elite athleticism and commanding physique. As such, it would be fair to say James Haskell knows a thing or two about getting and keeping fit, as well as preparing to play rugby. -------- Since the beginning and the public ation of his very first blog, James's mission has been to provide clear, concise information to help both aspiring male and female rugby players, as well as general fitness enthusiasts, to achieve their health and fitness goals. There is an awful lot of information in this book, which equally applies to a number of other sports, aside from rugby, as well as general training advice. -------- At the very heart of James Haskell Health & Fitness exists a burning passion for rugby. Like no other sport, rugby tests all elements of true fitness: speed, strength, power, agility, balance, endurance and co-ordination. These sit alongside all of rugby's other core ethics and values; such as teamwork, unity, working for each other, respecting the referee, the opposition and leaving everything on the field of play. -------- James has been inundated with requests from people all over the rugby world to provide specific rugby focused training, fitness and nutritional advice - well, now he has answered the clarion call. ...Show more

Black Jersey - Silver Fern Tom Ellison: First Maori to Captain the All Blacks by Denis Dwyer

$30.00 NZD

Category: Sport

Tom Ellison is the man behind the black jersey and silver fern of the All Blacks. He was the "Mr Rugby" of his era, a tremendous player who captained the All Blacks in 1893 (the first Maori to do so), captained, coached and selected teams, developed the role of the wing-forward which was to give New Zea land an enduring advantage and wrote one of the fifi rst instructional books on rugby. His views were respected nationally and he was widely quoted. His story is rich in individuals and incident. His great-grandfather was chief Taiaroa of Ngai Tahu, his grandfather Edward Weller the whaler of Otakou and his father Raniera the discoverer of gold at Maori Point on the Shotover River. Tom Ellison went from Te Aute College to Wellington to become one of the fifi rst Maori lawyers. He had a myriad of interests and brought energy and fresh vision to them all. This is the story of his life. ...Show more

Flies That Catch Trout: The New Zealand Anglers' Waterside Guide by Laurence Christie

$20.00 NZD

Category: Sport

"My fly box soon contained many famous patterns, but when opening it down by the river, I often couldn't remember which fly was which, let alone which fly to use."   Laurence Christie didn't become a trout angler in his formative years, and as the quote above indicates, was soon struggling with t he complexities of the sport. Using skills developed in the Research and Development departments of industry, he began applying the same techniques to reasearching fly fishing. From the early notes and practical experience, he has produced this unique little book. The Publisher and author are sure it will beinvaluable to novice and experts alike, because it contains the collective wisdom of many anglers, presented in an intelligent format that really simplifies fly selection. ...Show more

Cricket with Kane Williamson by Kane Williamson

$35.00 NZD

Category: Sport

Black Caps captain and the world's number one player Kane Williamson on how to play our favourite summer sport. 'I love batting. Nothing gives me a bigger buzz than taking on the best bowlers in the world. I'm a big believer in the idea that cricket is a team sport but there's that moment, just as the b owler delivers the ball, when it's a pure one-on-one contest...' Why is it important to play the ball late? How do you play the perfect cover drive? What should you do to deliver a deadly in-swinger? Join New Zealand batsman Kane Williamson, a superstar of the game, as he talks through his approach to batting, bowling, fielding and captaincy. It pays to learn from the best, and Kane Williamson is fast-becoming New Zealand's greatest ever. ...Show more

Volcanic Plateau Best Bike Rides by Kennett Brothers

$15.00 NZD

Category: Sport

Volcanic Plateau Best Bike Rides includes 23 of the best cycle trails in New Zealand's volcanic lake region, from Rotorua to Taupo and beyond. This full-colour book has everything you need for an adventurous ride in the North Island's volcanic centre - maps, elevation charts and track information. If it 's worth riding, it's in this book! ...Show more

The Cartier Polo Games by Aline Coquelle

$35.00 NZD

Category: Sport

The Little Book of Fly Fishing Tips by Michael Devenish

$9.00 NZD

Category: Sport

The Little Book of Fly Fishing Tips is full of indispensable advice on the subject, from the basics of choosing rods and line to tips on knots, casting, fishing and landing fish. From kit to techniques and expert know-how on the seasons, the weather and different waters, this is the perfect little prime r for all fly fishing enthusiasts. The Little Books of Tips series is a collection of books, each 50 tips in size, delivering wisdom and advice on a whole range of popular subjects covering food, gardening, craft, sports and hobbies. ...Show more

Short Easy Bike Rides: 52 of New Zealand's Best by Kennett Brothers

$25.00 NZD

Category: Sport

Enjoy the simple pleasure of a leisurely bike ride to a cafe, playground or picnic spot. These safe and easy cycle paths enable you to enjoy the outdoors at your own pace. 52 leisurely rides. Taffic free and safe. 1-3 hours riding time. Maps include bike hire, cafes and much more.

The Beginner's Guide to Adventure Sport in New Zealand by Steve Gurney

$35.00 NZD

Category: Sport

A highly illustrated book for beginners in the rapidly growing world of adventure sport. How do you swim in open water? How do you read a compass? How do you fix a puncture? Instructional and highly illustrated, this is a beginner's book of adventure sport for all ages. It features pursuits to make the most out of New Zealand's great outdoors and get you all set up for a lifetime of adventure. Learn the basics of open-water swimming, river kayaking, trail running, mountain biking, climbing and snow sport in New Zealand, then put it all together to compete in our famous multisport and adventure races. With an emphasis on safety throughout, this book has important information on the right gear you'll need for the right pursuit and the essentials of survival in unpredictable environments. ...Show more

Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides, 9th ed. - South Island by Kennett Brothers

$30.00 NZD

Category: Sport

The ninth edition of New Zealand's best-selling mountain biking guide has been fully revised to include all the essential information needed to guide you to the most exhilarating rides around the country. For over 25 years, the Kennett Brothers have carved a name for themselves in the sport of mountain biking. They continue to promote their passion by designing and building tracks, organising events and writing and publishing books. If it's worth biking, it's in this book. Now it's your turn to discover New Zealand's best trails! ...Show more