Stephen Donald - Beaver by Scotty Stevenson

$39.99 NZD

Category: Rugby

Stephen Donald etched himself into All Blacks folklore with that 'kick' in the 2011 Rugby World Cup final at Eden Park. Donald, one of the country's most popular All Blacks, had not originally been wanted for the World Cup squad. He was whitebaiting in the Waikato and effectively off the rugby grid when the SOS went out for his services. The rest, as they say, is history. That one penalty goal in the final has ensured him a special place in All Blacks history. Now, Donald is combining with the hugely talented rugby writer and commentator Scotty 'Sumo' Stevenson in a book which will cover not only Donald's sporting career and his part in the All Blacks' historic Cup win, but also poke the borax at both himself and his team mates. Stevenson's unique brand of humour - he collaborated with Cory Jane on the screaming funny Cory Jane: Winging It - will ensure Beaver's book will be one to be both remembered and most feared (especially if you're a high profile teammate!) ...Show more

Richie McCaw 148 by Richie McCaw

$59.99 NZD

Category: Rugby

OUT NOW 148 tests, 131 wins, 110 times captain of the All Blacks, 2 Rugby World Cup triumphs, 12 successful Bledisloe Cup campaigns, 7 Tri-Nations titles, 3 Rugby Championship titlesA career so impressive that it could not possibly be chronicled in an 'ordinary' book. This lavish retrospective is somet hing special. It features over 500 photographs, close to 50,000 words and weighs in at around 3kgs.The book devotes two pages to each of the 148 tests Richie played. To complement the stunning array of images, Richie has added his own thoughts and memories of each game - from the nerves before that very first test in 2001 to the triumphs at Rugby World Cups in 2011 and 2015; from the highs of three World Player of the Year awards to concussions and other injuries that kept him from playing; from the great homes of rugby such as Twickenham and Ellis Park to the atmosphere of the All Blacks' only visit to Apia Park Stadium or Soldier Field in Chicago.McCaw has been part of rugby like no other player and led a team that dominated world rugby in his era.This book illustrates the pride McCaw and the All Blacks feel in the black jersey, the lengths they are prepared to lay their bodies on the line for their country, and the satisfaction of a job well done. It is a fitting tribute to a man regarded by many as the greatest player of all time. ...Show more

Classic New Zealand Cycle Trails: A Guide to 46 Fantastic Holidays by Kennett Brothers

$29.90 NZD

Category: Cycling

This inspiring guide book gives full ride descriptions for 46 fabulous trips, including maps and elevation charts, plus contact details for accommodation options and other valuable tips for everyone from beginner riders through to seasoned veterans. For your next holiday, choose from 23 Great Rides or 2 3 Heartland Rides and get in touch with the real New Zealand. In this edition the Tour Aotearoa section has been expanded to provide more information for those crazies who want to ride the whole way from Cape Reinga to Bluff. ...Show more

Tangled lines : A Lifelong Quest for the Perfect Day’s Fishing by Anthony Swainson

$34.99 NZD

Category: Fishing

Anthony Swainson has devoted more than half a century in search of the perfect day's fishing. His quest includes the rivers and streams of New Zealand, the raging East Coast seas and fishing trips halfway round the world. Tangled Lines is his collection of whimsical stories, relating his fishing ody ssey. ...Show more

Kiwi Fishing Knots (Waterproof) by Sam Mossman

$14.99 NZD

Category: Fishing

A handy waterproof quick reference guide to 15 fishing knots. The spiral bound pocket-sized guide has explanations of when to use each knot and step-by-step diagrams of how to tie them. Included are the Bimini Twist, Yukatan and Lefties Loops with application to soft bait fishing and the other knots cov er virtually every other style of rig and fishing application. ...Show more

Pedallers' Paradise North Island 4th edition by Nigel Rushton

$15.99 NZD

Category: Cycling

Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides 10th Edition

$49.90 NZD

Category: Cycling

Since this book was first published in 1991, mountain bike events, tracks and bikes have undergone a stunning transformation - from pushing heavy fully-rigid clunkers along overgrown stock routes to whipping around purpose-built trails on lightweight full-suspension machines. And over that time, this bo ok has evolved, from a small black-and-white publication to the 416-pager you're holding now. This, the 10th edition of Classic New Zealand Mountain Bike Rides, has focused on our 40 favourite rides. They range from fantastically popular mountain bike parks like Whakarewarewa in Rotorua to the inspirational, multi-day, Old Ghost Road on the West Coast of the South Island. For each ride, you will find: * a detailed route description * Geographx 3D maps * elevation charts * essential tips and nearby services * the intriguing back story to these fabulous rides ...Show more

Pedallers' Paradise South Island 4th edition by Nigel Rushton

$15.99 NZD

Category: Cycling

Classic Cycling Race Routes by Chris Sidwells

$24.99 NZD

Category: Cycling

The toughest 52 cycling challenges in Europe These routes, all of at least 40 miles in length, are based on the best cyclosportive events--the most famous single-day professional races, which are known in cycling as The Classics, and on stages of the Grand Tours--the Tour de France, Tour of Italy, and Tour of Spain. Not just pretty rides in the country, these are serious challenges that require training and preparation, but are all accessible and are achieved by many thousands of ordinary cyclists every year. Each route contains a map with directions and an elevation diagram as well as tips for tackling the route and a background history to the event. The book also offers advice on equipment, nutrition, ride strategy, and technique. Perfect for cyclists looking for the next challenge, these routes will inspire readers to test their limits. ...Show more

Will to Win: New Zealand Netball Greats on Team Culture and Leadership by Lana McCarthy; Andy Martin; Geoff Watson

$39.99 NZD

Category: Other Sports

A fascinating deep-dive into the development of the Silver Ferns traditions, the evolution of team culture and the nuts-and-bolts of leadership at an elite sporting level. The 12 legendary players and coaches interviewed including Lois Muir, Leigh Gibbs, Sandra Edge, Bernice Mene, Ruth Aitken and Casey Kopua candidly discuss the highs and lows of their careers, and of the Silver Ferns, the effect of the intense rivalry with Australia, coping with gut-wrenching losses, and the resilience of players and coaches. For the first time the perspective of these key actors is the subject of serious analysis, and the book is a real insight into the psychology of a womens highperformance team. As such, it provides a practical guide for developing team culture and leadership for netball coaches at all levels. It also includes comments from Farah Palmer on women in sport and leadership, and a brief history of New Zealand netball, including the gains and losses as netball moved into a semi-professional era, and the struggles for sponsorship and for media recognition, despite it being New Zealands most popular team sport. ...Show more

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

$10.99 NZD

Category: Fishing

"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

Tour Aotearoa Official Guides, 3rd Edition

$20.00 NZD

Category: Cycling

Tour Aotearoa is a 300 km bike odyssey spanning the length of New Zealand. This two-volume set provides riders with step-by-step instructions, route maps, and insider tips on hoe to cycle from Cape Reinga down to Bluff.