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... is the only guidebook devoted to paddling in Mexico. Author Tom Robey has kayaked in Mexico for 20 years and has completely updated his original sold-out 1992 edition. Beginners and experts alike will find rivers they can enjoy and explore. There are 56 detailed descriptions about rivers and put-ins and take-outs along with 24 maps. Special attention is given to the East coast of Mexico which is easily accessible to paddlers from the U.S. seeking good whitewater during the winter and over the holiday season. Information on local sights, geology and camping is also provided.

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150 Pages plus Index, 6 in. x 9 in.

32 color photographs

24 detailed maps

56 detailed run descriptions on 37 different rivers

Extensive coverage of the Sierra Madre Oriental and Veracruz regions, as well as coverage of the rest of Mexico.

Updated information on Mexican rivers can be found at MexicanWhitewater.org

Author Tom Robey

TOM ROBEYstarted canoeing at age six. He took his first kayak trip in 1977 and made his first trip to Mexico in November 1981. He has paddled rivers all over the United States, Europe and Mexico, and still prefers his Wavesport Micro for its packability and good hull speed. He is an active member of the Adobe Whitewater Club in New Mexico and has been a certified kayak instructor. He hopes that this book encourages people to visit and get to know Mexico and its natural wonders. He currently lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.