Skipper′s Practical Handbook: A Great Guide for Student Skippers & Perfect on Board Any Cruising Yacht - Softcover

Crooks, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470059710 ISBN 13: 9780470059715

Publisher: Fernhurst Books Ltd., 2007

Synopsis

This book covers the practical syllabus a student skipper needs if they are to pass advanced sailing exams. It is also designed to be kept on board as a coaching guide covering common situations that may trip up even the most experienced yacht skipper. It covers the practical side of yacht cruising: how to be a better skipper, berth the yacht, handle her under sail, recover a man overboard, navigate and carry out safe and efficient passages. Illustrated with charts and diagrams, and including revision and test sections, this is perfect both as an on-board reference and to be used as exam preparation.

About this title

About the Author

Richard Crooks came to sailing late, but tries to make up for lost time. He has served as navigator and trimmer on a number of racing boats. After a career in the City of London, he led flotillas in Greece and has worked as a RYA Yachtmaster Instructor.

From the Back Cover

This book covers the practical syllabus a student skipper needs to pass advanced sailing exams. It is also designed to be kept on board as a coaching guide covering common situations that may trip up even the most experienced skipper. It covers the practical side of yacht cruising: how to be a better skipper, berth the yacht, handle under sail, recover an MOB, navigate and make and carry out safe and efficient passages

• All the key technical topics for the sailor with essential data in an accessible format
• Perfect for exam preparation with revision and test sections
• Illustrated with charts and diagrams
• Ideal on-board reference
• Your ideal companion for a happy, safe boat

Edition details

• Publisher: Fernhurst Books Ltd.
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470059710
• ISBN 13: 9780470059715
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 80