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Dip into any of the 200 tips in this handy book to make yourself a better yachtsman.
Among the wealth of advice there are hints on how to judge distance at sea or tell if the tide is turned, how to steer clear of rocks and ensure you come alongside safely and in style. These are the sort of practical tips that are learned over many years at sea and don't feature in the syllabus of yachting qualifications.
The advice is organized into categories including: Seamanship Navigation Safety Boat handling Ropes and knots Life on board
These are the best of the Skipper's Tips from the pages of Yachting Monthlymagazine, the UK's premium cruising title. Each tip is a pearl of wisdom from Britain's foremost yachting writer, Tom Cunliffe.
Tom Cunliffe is a hugely experienced yachtsman who learned his craft exploring waters from South America to the Arctic Circle. He has sailed everything from traditional pilot cutters to hi-tech racing machines. He is an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor Examiner and is able to convey his wealth of knowledge in an entertaining way.
200 Skipper's Tips is perfect for dipping into, adding to your knowledge on every page - or work through the chapters to focus your learning and improve your skills and sailing enjoyment.
Synopsis
Dip into any of the 200 tips in this handy book to make yourself a better yachtsman. They are the very best of the Skipper's Tips from the pages of Yachting Monthly magazine. Each tip is a pearl of wisdom from Britain's foremost yachting writer, Tom Cunliffe. Discover practical skills that you won't find anywhere else. Each tip is illustrated and there's something for everyone - from complete beginner to ocean navigator. Skipper's Tips is a treasure trove of nautical know-how, covering everything from seamanship and life on board to navigation and safety, with lots more in between.
Synopsis
200 invaluable yachting tips only the pros know?in a pocket-sized format for onboard useFor every yachtsman who's dreamed of a mentor, in the form of a seasoned helmsman close at hand helping guide a vessel, this pocket reference from Yachting Monthly just may be the closest thing. With its refreshing approach to sailing and seamanship instruction, this handy guide gives yachtsmen of all experience levels essential tips on navigation, safety, weather, and boat handling as well as insights on life at sea.
- Each tip is illustrated with a color photograph or diagram
- Includes tips on ropes and knots
- Other titles by Cunliffe: Celestial Navigation and Coastal and Offshore Navigation
Filled with advice that yachtsmen pass on to fellow yachtsmen, and fathers pass on to their sons, this compact collection of sailing wisdom will help boat lovers and yachtsmen of every stripe improve and enjoy their outings at sea.
Table of Contents
Preface.
Seamanship.
Navigation.
Safety.
Boat-handling.
Ropes and knots.
Life on board.
Weather.