Illustrated Seamanship
ropes & ropework, boat handling & anchoring
$43.88
- Paperback
84 pages
- Release Date
4 April 2017
Summary
Today, yachts are often equipped with electrical windlasses, autopilot, bow thrusters, etc. This equipment has also become much more reliable, making it possible to make long offshore passages without much knowledge of seamanship. However, as the coastguards in many countries can confirm, more and more yachts require assistance, even when they should be able to reach harbour on their own. In this book you will be shown the traditional techniques you should be familiar with regarding rop…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781909911567 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1909911569 |
| Author: | Ivar Dedekam |
| Publisher: | Fernhurst Books Limited |
| Imprint: | Fernhurst Books Limited |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 84 |
| Edition: | 2nd |
| Release Date: | 4 April 2017 |
| Weight: | 244g |
| Dimensions: | 240mm x 170mm |
| Series: | Illustrated Nautical Manuals |
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Critics Review
“If you’re new to sailing, this book will teach you almost everything you’ll ever need to know about ropework, boathandling and anchoring. Even if you’ve been sailing for years, there are still a few boathandling manoeuvres and anchoring techniques that you probably won’t have tried.” (Yachting Monthly)“Very much recommended for trainees as the illustrations work very well with the clear and concise explanations, but even more experienced sailors can profit with a little revision on seldom-used techniques.” (Little Ship Club)
About The Author
Ivar Dedekam
Ivar Dedekam, of Dedekam Design, specialises in uniquely illustrated nautical manuals which are easy to understand and remember. Ivar has been sailing for over 30 years and has logged more than 50,000 nautical miles, including three Atlantic crossings. His book Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning is an international success and has been published in 19 languages.
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