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Author : LIZ. CLARK
Publisher : Patagonia
ISBN 13 : 9781952338229
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (382 download)
Download or read book Swell written by LIZ. CLARK and published by Patagonia. This book was released on 2024-05-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : United States Sailing Association
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781938915352
Total Pages : 220 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (153 download)
Download or read book Safety at Sea written by United States Sailing Association and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 220-page book was written to accompany US Sailing's Safety at Sea course, which shares best practices with both aspiring and experienced offshore sailors.
Author : Andrew Evans
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071836543
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (718 download)
Download or read book Singlehanded Sailing written by Andrew Evans and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2014-09-05 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "It takes thousands of hours of sailing to get the kind of knowledge contained in this book." -- from the Foreword by Bruce Schwab The ONLY bible for how to sail your boat fast, safe, and alone Solo sailing is within any sailor's grasp with a little forethought--and this essential guide. Got a 35-foot sailboat? No problem. Is the wind blowing 20 knots? No problem. Are you racing offshore overnight? Even better. Singlehander Andrew Evans learned the hard way how to sail and race alone--with lots of mishaps, including broaches and a near tumbling over a waterfall--and in Singlehanded Sailing he shares the techniques, tips, and tactics he has developed to make his solo sailing adventures safe and enriching. Learn everything you need to know to meet any solo challenge, including: Managing the power consumption aboard a boat to feed the electric autopilot Setting and gybing a spinnaker Finding time to sleep Dealing with heavy weather
Author : Gary Jobson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439136785
Total Pages : 230 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (391 download)
Download or read book Sailing Fundamentals written by Gary Jobson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2008-09-08 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, with over 150 line drawings and photographs. Written by America’s foremost instructional authority, the new edition of Sailing Fundamentals combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs of many yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups. Unlike most introductory sailing books, which reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors, Sailing Fundamentals has been extensively pretested by ASA professional instructors to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and basic coastal cruising. This book covers every aspect of beginning sailing—from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring—and specifically prepares the learner to qualify for sailing certification according to international standards. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America’s Cup victory as tactician aboard Courageous. He was head sailing coach at the US Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country.
Author : Michelle Segrest
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (18 download)
Download or read book How to Sail with Dogs written by Michelle Segrest and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-09 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through exhaustive research and real-life experiences sailing the world with two beagles, we share 100 tips about how to plan, prepare, and potty train for fun, safe sailing with your four-legged crew members. Learn about traveling with pets by air and by sea, potty training and exercising on board, first aid at sea, establishing routines, and keeping your pet SAFE! We also cover detailed customs requirements for U.S.- and European-based dogs entering into dozens of countries in Europe, Northwest Africa, Atlantic South America, the Caribbean, and North America. Chapters include: - Pet-Friendly Boats- Traveling with Dogs by Air- Traveling with Dogs by Sea- First Aid for Dogs at Sea- Safety at Sea- Potty Training on Board- Establishing Routines- When the Destination is not Dog Friendly- Surviving Extreme Temperatures (Staying Warm/Keeping Cool)- The Downside and the Upside of Sailing with Pets- Bonus: How to Sail with Dogs Survival Kit- General Guidelines and Requirements by Countr
Author : Simon Jollands
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472915488
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (729 download)
Download or read book Safe Skipper written by Simon Jollands and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2015-03-12 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether out for an afternoon's sail or embarking on a long offshore passage, there is always an element of chance and uncertainty about being at sea. To be responsible for the wellbeing of both crew and vessel, a good skipper needs to know their limitations and ensure they are operating well within the margins of safety. Safe Skipper is a practical and thought provoking guide for yacht skippers of all levels of experience, full of invaluable advice and tips on how to reduce to the minimum the risks of mishaps and equipment failure at sea. There's a wide range of information on seamanship, preparation, seaworthiness, gear, boat handling, leadership, teamwork, watch keeping, communications, navigation, weather and emergency procedures, all delivered in a highly practical, lively, non-preachy fashion. Included throughout are useful checklists, box-outs and case studies of accidents and their causes, with survivors' testimonials and explanations of how disasters were avoided, or could have been, all of which provides valuable lessons for everyone who goes to sea.
Author : Jeremy Evans
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0756642175
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (566 download)
Download or read book Sailing written by Jeremy Evans and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-04-16 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are interested in racing a small boat every weekend or cruising in a yacht once a year, Sailing is the perfect primer. Learn everything you need to know about taking your boat to the water. Sailing demonstrates basic techniques, from cruising to racing in small and large boats. This guide covers basic safety, navigation, and includes an equipment section, in addition to profiling the best sites in the world for sailing.
Author : J. J. Fetter
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119867231
Total Pages : 451 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (198 download)
Download or read book Sailing For Dummies written by J. J. Fetter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-08-09 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buoy your sailing knowhow with advice from two US sailing champions Nothing can beat the feel of the warm sun on your back, the gentle wind in your hair, and a swaying deck under your feet. If you long to take to the open water and sail wherever the wind takes you, you’ll find everything you need to know in Sailing For Dummies. This friendly guide offers information for beginning and intermediate captains. Discover everything you need to know to confidently navigate your vessel through whatever waters—rough or smooth—you may encounter. Whether your goal is to explore a nearby lake, sail down the Mighty Mississippi, or take to the open sea, Sailing For Dummies explains how to launch your vessel, tie knots, turn sails, read the water, and more. Figure out how to work with the wind using sails to reach your destination Find out how the latest technology makes sailing easier and more enjoyable Master the essential skills of docking, tying knots, and dropping anchor Learn how to read the wind, sea, and sky to know what the weather is up to Choose the boat that’s right for you, complete with bells and whistles Discover the basics of windsurfing and kiteboarding Satisfy your need to go farther and faster in your craft Know how to sail safely in tricky situations Whether you’re dipping your toe in the water or knee deep in your pursuit of sailing excellence, this reference will come in handy as you set your sights on sailing. After spending some time with Sailing For Dummies—and even more time on the water—you’ll know the ropes!
Author : American Sailing
Publisher : American Sailing
ISBN 13 : 0982102526
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)
Download or read book Bareboat Cruising Made Easy written by American Sailing and published by American Sailing. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bareboat Cruising Made Easy is not only the official textbook for the ASA Bareboat Cruising Standard (ASA 104), but also the definitive go-to resource for all sailors who enjoy cruising and destination oriented sailing. It is an all-in-one reference book that includes everything a cruising sailor needs to know, from general planning to technical guidance to sailing advice. From its 4 color, high-end illustrations and photographs to its modern, easy-to-read design, Bareboat Cruising Made Easy is a beauty. The 212 page book was created by a team of expert sailors, writers, editors and artists who shaped the content together, making it the most helpful, accurate, and all-inclusive chartering/cruising manual.
Author : Dennis Conner
Publisher : Robson Books Limited
ISBN 13 : 9781861051851
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (518 download)
Download or read book Learn to Sail written by Dennis Conner and published by Robson Books Limited. This book was released on 1998 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With many trophies to his credit, Dennis Con ner passes on all the invaluable lessons he learnt in a cour se of instruction for beginning sailors everywhere. '
Author : American Sailing
Publisher : American Sailing
ISBN 13 : 0982102518
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (821 download)
Download or read book Coastal Cruising Made Easy written by American Sailing and published by American Sailing. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Coastal Cruising Made Easy is not only the official textbook for the ASA Basic Coastal Cruising Standard (ASA 103), but also the definitive go-to resource for all sailors who enjoy cruising and destination oriented sailing. The text is published in full color and contains striking sailing photography from well-known photographer Billy Black, and world-class illustrations from award-winning illustrator Peter Bull. One of the text’s most distinguishing features is its user friendly “spreads” in which instructional topics are self-contained on opposing pages throughout the book. This easy to read learning tool follows the critically acclaimed Sailing Made Easy, which Sailing Magazine called “best in class” upon its release in 2010. Sailing Made Easy is the #1 resource in basic sailing education, and Coastal Cruising Made Easy is poised to become the industry standard in intermediate sailing education.
Author : Diane Selkirk
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1615643257
Total Pages : 349 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (156 download)
Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Sailing written by Diane Selkirk and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The idea of learning to sail excites the imagination with fantasies of a carefree, simple way to relax. But in reality, a lot of work goes into mastering the technical aspects of sailing and learning how to get from one place to another without ending up in the water. Other sailing books go into more detail than the casual learner wants or needs. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Sailing gives readers just what they need to know to get started and enjoy their time on the water. In it, readers get: A primer on the different types of sailboats and tips for buying or renting. Detailed descriptions of the parts and controls of a sailboat. The roles and jobs of sailor and crew. How to get the boat into the water (if it isn't already). The mechanics of sailing. Departing, anchoring, and docking. Handling, navigating, and weather. Sailing safety and emergency preparedness. The rules of the sailing road. Backup plans: engines and oars. Storing, hauling, and maintaining a sailboat.
Author : American Sailing
Publisher : American Sailing
ISBN 13 : 1733162844
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (331 download)
Download or read book Going Ashore Made Easy written by American Sailing and published by American Sailing. This book was released on with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Any boater will tell you that sometimes getting ashore on a dinghy can be an adventure. Reading this book will help you stay safe and have fun as you use your dinghy to connect with land and other vessels. Going Ashore Made Easy is also appropriate for anyone entering the market for a new dinghy and outboard as a standalone vessel for recreation or transportation, or as a tender to a larger boat. It is the most comprehensive and up-to-date book on the topic; in fact, it may be the only book to help a prospective buyer negotiate the variety of choices available. This book will help novice and seasoned dinghy operators to safely rig, operate, transport and maintain their investment, and to employ the craft for a wide variety of useful and purely fun activities – perhaps more than you ever imagined. Given the breadth of information on outboard motors, this book is valuable to any mariner who uses an outboard motor to propel their sailboat or powerboat.
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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780954900601
Total Pages : 43 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (6 download)
Download or read book Sail/Safe written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Publisher : med998
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 9 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book The Sailing School - Top 125 Safety Tips written by and published by med998. This book was released on with total page 9 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sailing School - Top 125 Safety Tips
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Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781938915482
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (154 download)
Download or read book Safety at Sea written by and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2nd edition
Author : Jeremy Evans
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472949536
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (729 download)
Download or read book The Sailing Bible written by Jeremy Evans and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-28 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sailing Bible is the complete, hands-on manual packed with detailed step-by-step diagrams, lively action photos, and helpful advice on getting the most out of your sailing at whatever level. Whether you are a dinghy or yacht sailor just learning the basics or wanting tips on sailing with the best, this is the book that will give you all the answers you are looking for. It's all in here! -What type of dinghy or yacht? -Cruising and racing -Launching, helming and capsizing -Mastering the trapeze -Sailing with a spinnaker -Managing a crew -Reading the weather -Racing techniques and tactics -Buoyage, tides, charts and navigation -Anchoring and marina berthing -Knots, ropes and flags -Boat etiquette and seamanship -Rules of the road, safety and emergencies -Boat maintenance and repair and much more... This second edition has been revised throughout and brought completely up-to-date, including new techniques and new approaches to navigation, first aid and berthing. 'It's a beautifully designed book, with glossy photos, diagrams and clear text, and a great read whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your skills' Practical Boat Owner 'Lavishly illustrated, sharp photography ... a first-class introductory text' Yachting Monthly
