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Yachting : start to finish

Pickthall, Barry2009
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This easy to follow,step-by-step companion guides you through the world of knots, navigation and heavy-weather sailing; giving those new to sailing straightforward advice, and shows the experienced sailors how to take sailing to the next level
Main title:
Yachting : start to finish / by Barry Pickthall
Imprint:
Hoboken John Wiley and Sons 2009
Collation:
206 p. colour illustrations maps
Contents:
Getting startedBasic principlesParts of the boatThe science of sailingPoints of sailChoosing a keelboatBuying a boatTransporting and launching keelboatsThe rigKnots, ropes and running riggingPreparing to sailWhat to wearEssential equipmentGetting onboard from dinghy and dockRules of the roadBending on sails, roller furling and reefingFirst sailBoat handling under power: mooring and anchoringBalance, sail, trimTides and weatherBasics of navigationRadio etiquetteSafety at seaFile a planRadar reflectorsMan aloftFireMan overboard
ISBN:
9780470697528 (pbk)
Dewey class:
797.1246 YAC
Local class:
797.1246
Language:
English
BRN:
130163
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
PenrithNonfiction797.1246 YACAvailable
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