Author: Franco Pace
This a magnificent photographic collection celebrating the wide variety & scale of Nat Herreshoff's work, showcasing his most outstanding yachts. Franco Pace’s stunning images capture their sheer grace and elegance in a truly fitting tribute which will thrill Herreshoff's devotees as well as lovers of classic yachts. HB 160pp
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Author: Fabio Fossati This is a groundbreaking, technical analysis of yacht design, linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. It is cutting edge - the author (a world expert in the field) has drawn his conclusions from years of research, analytical testing in wind tunnels and tanks, and his results represent the state of the art in performance prediction which ... More info »
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Surveying Yachts and Small Craft
Author: Paul Stevens
This is the only book linked to a practical surveying course. Highly practical in nature, and packed with detailed close-up photography, step by step procedures, and helpful checklists, this definitive handbook will prove a godsend to small craft owners who want to check out defects on their own boats or on boats they are planning to buy, as ... More info »
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Author: J. CUMBERLIDGE Format: HARDBACK The standard reference to the waterways of England, Wales and Scotland has been completely revised. The 8th edition retains the format of previous editions but, throughout, details are updated and the work has been widened in its scope to appeal not only to navigators but to all users of the waterways.
Full colour throughout.
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Author: NEVILLE FEATHERSTONE
One of a new series of cruising guides aiming to be an in-depth cruising guide with enough pilotage information to meet all requirements. Coverage is from L'Abervrach on the N. Brittany coast down to the Spanish border, and it includes the Canal du Midi too. Full colour photos throughout and full colour plans. Excellent shore-going information and this would be a val... More info »
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Turkey Cruising Companion
Covering the Ionian, Carian, West and East Lycian Coasts, the Turkey Cruising Companion is the essential pilot guide for anyone cruising the area. Drawing on all her local knowledge and expertise, Emma Watson provides clear pilotage directions to a variety of harbours and anchorages, as well as offering useful information on the facilities and shops available.
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Londons Waterways
London boasts not only one of the most famous and awe-inspiring rivers of the world, but is also home to beautiful and majestic canals such as the Grand Union and Regents Canal - ever popular with tourists and increasingly sought-after by waterside residents. Tucked away in the city are also lesser-known (and in some cases completely hidden) waterways, which this book magically ... More info »
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Leeward Island Anchorages
This book does for the Leewards what its companion Virgin Anchorages does for the Virgins. Covering the islands from Anguilla to Dominica, it provides overhead colour photos with approach guides superimposed, and a short text describing the anchorage. It makes an excellent pre-cruise planning aid, and in fact a good memento too ! Spiralbound flip-over format. PB. 90pp.
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Windward Anchorages
This is the 3rd in the Anchorages series & a companion to the Sailors Guide to the Windward Islands. Stunning aerial images depict anchorages from Martinique south through Dominica. These aerial images are over printed to show hazards to avoid, as well as, markers and buoys to guide you to the safe passages and anchorages of the Windward Islands.
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Author: MILES KENDALL Do you dream of sailing around one of the Great Capes? Would you like to cruise up the Amazon or cross the Pacific on a windsurfer? How about competing in the America’s Cup or Volvo Ocean Race? These are just a few of the 100 extraordinary experiences included in Ultimate Sailing Adventures.
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Author: Len Deeley, Karen Gargani Do you dream of plunging into the big blue to discover the most exceptional underwater experiences on the planet? Ultimate Diving Adventures is the best dive buddy imaginable as it guides you through the depths in search of 100 amazing underwater encounters.
There are classic dives and secret spots, dramatic wrecks and sites where the marine life has to b... More info »
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Author: ROD HEIKELL This comprehensive guide to the world of chartering, compiled by Rod Heikell, shares the breadth of his knowledge and experience, recommending types of charter, best types of boat, as well as essential information about the world's cruising areas. PB 192pp... More info »
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Sell Up and Cruise the Inland Waterways
Bill and Laurel Cooper are the experts on living afloat. Practising what they preach, they have lived aboard a variety of boats throughout the Europe for over 30 years. Covering UK, European and American inland waterways, they offer practical, first-hand expert advice on: suitable boats; likely costs; rules and regulations; insurance considerations; pros an... More info »
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Author: ERIC TWINAME Format: PAPERBACK
Start to Win is Eric Twiname's sailing classic. Out of print for over 20 years, it has nevertheless retained its position as the book on simple racing principles. Considered unequalled by its many fans, it is the only book that sets out the techniques of sailing in such a clear, understandable and straightforward manner.
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The latest addition to the RYA racing series, The Racing Rules Explained is the complete guide to understanding the Racing Rules of sailing. Racing Rules are compulsory for all racing sailors the world over, and this title serves to complement the existing RYA Rules publications, and also to provide adequate explanations, through clear text & diagrams, behind all the Racing Rules. PB 240pp... More info »
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Robin Knox-Johnston said it could be suicidal. The head of the Royal Yachting Association told him not to go. Mike Perham ignored them and in August 2009, at the age of just 17 years, 5 months and 11 days, became the youngest person to have sailed solo around the world. This title tells the story of that amazing voyage, a nine-month odyssey. HB 304pp
Publisher: Bantam Press
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Coastal Guides from the Air
The Normandy Coast from the Air
Cap de la Hague to Cap Frehel
This attractive planning guide provides the perfect way to view the coastline for sailors, motorboaters, fishermen and walkers. The superb colour photos show the outlines of the coast, suitable anchorages, harbour entrances and river estuaries, and the accompanying text focuses on places of interest (such... More info »
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The Beken calendars, now in their 39th edition, have been published annually since 1973, and remain high on every boating enthusiast’s Christmas gift list.
Beken have an unrivalled and ever-expanding archive of marine photography, having been in the business since 1888. The Yachting calendar has photographs from regattas like Cowes Week and the Classic Yachts plus the Little Britain Challenge C... More info »
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Author: Barry Pickthall Format: Paperback Yachting: Start to Finish is a complete reference for every level of sailor whether you are a beginner and need a straightforward, easy-to-understand guide or are taking your sailing to the next level and looking for the professional tips and tricks that will get you sailing faster, better, safer and having more fun. Packed with 150 illustrations... More info »
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Learn The Nautical Rule Of The Road
Learn the Nautical Rules of the Road is the clearest and easiest course for anyone going to sea as a career in the Navy or Merchant Navy, the superyacht industry, or for pleasure under sail or power, who needs to know the rule of the road. In full colour throughout it presents the full text of every rule of the entire International Regulations for Preventing Co... More info »
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