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Author: Alastair Buchan
Publisher: A&C Black
Published: 2010-07-15
Total Pages: 193
ISBN-13: 1408100118
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA 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
Published: 2006-11-09
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780071480925
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLearn 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
Published: 2010-01-15
Total Pages: 417
ISBN-13: 0071736948
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor 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
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9780316359481
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA 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
Published: 2021-06-01
Total Pages: 448
ISBN-13: 0744053374
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe 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
Published: 2003-09-16
Total Pages: 440
ISBN-13: 9780071427883
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHere 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: Susanne Stemmer
Publisher: Ilvie Little & Friends GmbH
Published: 2021-12-09
Total Pages: 205
ISBN-13: 3903490040
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIlvie 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: Jeremy Evans
Publisher: A&C Black
Published: 2009-03-01
Total Pages: 401
ISBN-13: 1408102498
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn ideal companion to enjoyable sailing whether in a dinghy or a yacht.
Author: American Sailing
Publisher: American Sailing
Published: 2010-01-01
Total Pages: 126
ISBN-13: 098210250X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSailing Made Easy is the first step in a voyage that will last you the rest of your life. It is a gift from a group of dedicated sailing professionals who have committed their lives to sharing their art, their skill, and their passion for this wonderful activity. This book, which Sailing Magazine called "best in class" upon its release in 2010, is the most comprehensive education and boating safety learn-to-sail guide to date. It is also the official textbook for the ASA Basic Keelboat Standard (ASA 101). Incorporated in the textbook are useful illustrations and exceptional photographs of complex sailing concepts. The text’s most distinguishing feature is its user friendly "spreads" in which instructional topics are self-contained on opposing pages throughout the book. There are also chapter end quizzes and a glossary to help those new to sailing to navigate their way through the extensive nautical terminology.
Author: Di Goodman
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Published: 1994-04-22
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9780070240148
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe world's largest sailing school offers the techniques it has perfected to help beginners become skilled sailors.
