The Instant
Handbook uses a dynamic new quick-reference format to cover the critical
aspects of piloting, seamanship, and boat handling under sail or power more
accessibly and effectively than has ever been done before. A reference guide
for sail and power, it puts at your fingertips all the information you need
about:
- Boat handling under power
- Sail trim and rig tuning
- Using nautical charts
- Using GPS
- Using VHF and SSB radios
- Rules of the road and running light patterns
- Knots, splices, and line handling
- Anchoring
- Onboard weather forecasting
- Heavy weather sailing
- Diesel engine care and repair
- Emergencies on board
- Emergency first aid on board
With each topic condensed to 14 highly illustrated full-colour
pages, the book covers 13 critical aspects of piloting, seamanship, and boat
handling under sail or power in a completely new and useful way. The Instant
Handbook is perfect for a quick reference at home or abroad.
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