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| Author | : Alastair Buchan |
| Publisher | : A&C Black |
| Total Pages | : 193 |
| Release | : 2010-07-15 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1408100118 |
A practical, how-to guide to the planning, preparation and execution of an Atlantic passage for three specific passages: a crossing of the Atlantic Ocean, a trip from the East Coast of the U.S.A. to the Caribbean, and cruising around the Caribbean itself.
| Author | : Halsey Herreshoff |
| Publisher | : International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2006-11-09 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9780071480925 |
Learn the theory and practice of sailing from a leading naval architect and America’s Cup winner In this handsome full-color digest of sailing lore and technique, one of the world’s preeminent sailors and an all-star cast of contributors provide clear, authoritative guidance on every aspect of the sport. The Sailor's Handbook helps you choose and outfit a sailboat, and it provides expert instruction in seamanship and safety, mooring and anchoring, navigation and meteorology, first aid and survival, knots and ropes, and more. Perfect for on-board reference and at-home study, the book also includes a survey of the world's top cruising grounds.
| Author | : Steve Henkel |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 417 |
| Release | : 2010-01-15 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0071736948 |
For the first time ever, a comparative survey of 95 percent of the fiberglass pocketcruising sailboats ever built Author Steve Henkel has researched hundreds of cruising sailboats less than 26 feet long--pocket cruisers--to create this definitive gallery and handbook of the small cruising sailboats built in the last 45 years. With detailed plans, specifications, performance indexes, and commentary for every model the author could find (360 in all!), The Sailor’s Book of Small Cruising Sailboats is your ideal core reference for the used and new boats you see on the water.
| Author | : Halsey C. Herreshoff |
| Publisher | : Little Brown & Company |
| Total Pages | : 224 |
| Release | : 1994 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9780316359481 |
A combination beginner's primer and experienced sailor's reference contains the contributions of eight sailing experts and covers every aspect of sailing, from boat structure and rigging to racing and cruising
| Author | : Steve Sleight |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 448 |
| Release | : 2021-06-01 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0744053374 |
The only sailing manual you will ever need, covering everything from sailing basics to making repairs and mastering navigation. The undisputed market leader in sailing guides, this fully revised and updated sailing manual, with a foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie, answers questions about any sailing situation, with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership. In DK's The Complete Sailing Manual, former British national champion Steve Sleight offers a wealth of expert advice and guidance in the form of a complete course on seamanship, which is brought to life with breathtaking action photography and clear instructions. Fully revised, this new edition features all of the latest developments in sailing--including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed apparent-wind sailing--and navigation, with technology such as modern performance systems and electronic navigation. It also highlights the latest rules, regulations, and best practices necessary for every avid sailor, from the novice to the seasoned seaperson. Includes essential information, handy diagrams, and step-by-step illustrations, The Complete Sailing Manual is the ultimate sailing ebook to keep by your side when you're out on the waves.
| Author | : Scott Bannerot |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 440 |
| Release | : 2003-09-16 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9780071427883 |
Here is the first-ever complete guide to finding, catching, processing, and cooking fish from the decks of a slow-moving cruising sail- or powerboat. Scott and Wendy Bannerot have successfully cruise-fished tropical and temperate seas for more than two decades.
| Author | : Jeremy Evans |
| Publisher | : A&C Black |
| Total Pages | : 401 |
| Release | : 2009-03-01 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1408102498 |
An ideal companion to enjoyable sailing whether in a dinghy or a yacht.
| Author | : William Henry Smyth |
| Publisher | : London : Blackie and son |
| Total Pages | : 836 |
| Release | : 1867 |
| Genre | : Military art and science |
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| Author | : Susanne Stemmer |
| Publisher | : Ilvie Little & Friends GmbH |
| Total Pages | : 205 |
| Release | : 2021-12-09 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 3903490040 |
Ilvie Little, the curious elf, has had enough of the beautiful but boring land of the elves and decides to discover the big, wide world.Together with her friends, a cook, and two twinkling companionsthe grumpy dog Sammy and the gluttonous monkey Theoshe wants to solve an ancient riddle.To do this, she must polish up a dusty old ship and go on the search for a lost treasure, withstanding any and all resistance along the way. But the fearless friends conquer all danger.A magical story for strong kids and those who want to become stronga fantastic, courage-inspiring book for reading out loud and reading yourself. For cool kids from 5-99.
| Author | : Nigel Calder |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 608 |
| Release | : 2001-05-28 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0071797351 |
The most comprehensive and helpful guide ever written for selecting and equipping a cruising sailboat Whether you’re a coastal or offshore cruiser, you’ll find your most pressing concerns treated with the know-how that makes for skillful, confident cruising in Nigel Calder’s Cruising Handbook. The author -- one of the most respected marine how-to authors on either side of the Atlantic, and author of the universally admired Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual, -- walks you through all key technical and practical aspects of modern cruising systems and equipment, providing you with a summary of the skills necessary for safe, enjoyable sailing. The first half of the book includes an easy-to-use tabular method for evaluating a boat's suitability for cruising; ideas for workable deck and interior lay-outs and organization; how to choose and configure suitable boat systems for cruising; and how to install gear for trouble free operation. The book's second half teaches you boat handling skills; core navigational expertise; anchoring techniques; weather understanding; heavy weather expertise; and specific skills for long-term and long-distance cruising.
