Synopsis
This volume covers both the shore based and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It clearly explains all aspects of boat work including: sail trimming and sail handling; understanding the compass and sailing a course; introduction to meteorology; anchoring and mooring; rope work; handling safety equipment; emergency procedures; and simple collision rules.
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Review
'Written concisely and to the point and is generously illustrated with colourful photographs and diagrams illustrating topics'
-- Lymington Times, July 3, 2008
About the Author
Pat Langley-Price and Philip Ouvry are qualified RYA instructors with years of practical experience, Pat's gained through thousands of miles of yacht deliveries and as a sailing instructor. Philip was an Examining Officer of naval yacht skippers and spent 20 years in the Royal Navy.
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