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WIL094
Sir Ben Ainslie won his first two Olympic medals (silver, then gold) in the Laser Class. After winning the gold medal he wrote down the secrets that won him that medal in this book. This new edition is published to mark the 20th anniversary of that first of his four Olympic gold medals. It features a brand-new introduction by Ben reflecting on his victory 20 years ago. It is the only how-to book that the world’s most successful Olympic sailor has written and so, while he and the Laser class have moved on, this is the only place where you can gain access to Ben’s skills and thought process. It is an invaluable guide on how to perform at...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 7 x 10
Author: Sir Ben Ainslie
ISBN: 9781912621026
$2495
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IHP_GCG3
Over 70 anchorages described. For power or sail. Reformatted to 8x10 paperback. Gerry Cunningham's work lives on in our new Legacy Series. We have touched up the layout of this classic guide to make it easier to use. Laminated cover for added durability.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8 x 10
Author: Gerry Cunningham
ISBN: 9781951116132
$2995
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ELS001
This fully revised new edition covers the complete radar/ARPA installation and serves as the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference on equipment and techniques for radar observers using older and newer systems alike. Suitable for use as a professional reference or as a training text, the book covers all aspects of radar, ARPA and integrated bridge systems technology (including AIS, ECDIS and GNSS) and their role in shipboard operations. It is a valuable resource for larger vessels and also covers the needs of leisure and amateur sailors for whom this technology is now accessible.Radar and ARPA Manual provides essential information for...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 7.5 x 9.25
Author: Alan G., Bole
ISBN: 9780080977522
$13295
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PGN037
An exciting day-by-day account of Steinbeck's trip to the Gulf of CA with botanist Ed Ricketts. A wonderful combination of science, philosophy and high-spirited cruising adventure.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: John Steinbeck
ISBN: 9780140187441
$1800
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IHP_PUB175
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
$2395
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INT466
The only rules-of-thumb compendium for boaters, updated with 45 new entries to delight, entertain, and most importantly, inform. These are tried and tested rules of thumb--the distilled essence of centuries of seafaring experience--providing succinct answers to the questions most-asked by boaters. "The perfect, practical gift to give or receive" -- The Ensign". . . reads like a lively conversation with a friendly, seasoned pro" -- Lakeland Boating"All in all it is refreshing, and it is often a giggle. But most importantly, it is always helpful--very helpful" -- SA Boating. About the Book: A concise, alphabetically organized...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Author: John Vigor
ISBN: 9780071808286
$2900
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SKY073
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” --Mark Twain It’s telling that Mark Twain chose sailing as a metaphor for living life to the fullest. Throughout history, humankind has been going to sea in boats and ships—for the purposes of trade, exploration, transport, fishing, and pure enjoyment. The Little Blue Book of Sailing Wisdom contains some of the most moving, perceptive, witty, and inspirational words ever spoken or written about...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 5 x 7
Author: Stephan Brennan (Editor)
ISBN: 9781628737622
$2499
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MPS279
The true story of the first female captain of a merchant ship and her treacherous navigation of Antarctica's deadly waters, from the   New York Times   bestselling author of   The Widow Clicquot Summer, 1856 Nineteen-year-old Mary Ann Patten and her husband, Joshua, were young and ambitious. Both from New England seafaring families, they had already completed their first clipper-ship voyage around the world with Joshua as captain. If they could win the race to San Francisco that year, their dream of building a farm and a family might be within reach. It would mean freedom. And the price of that freedom was one last dangerous...
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6.55 x 9.6
Author: Tilar J. Mazzeo
ISBN: 9781250352583
$3000
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IMR148
This pilot covers the most remote areas of the west coast of Scotland between Ardnamurchan Point and Cape Wrath and the Island of Skye. Martin Lawrence has completely revised the text and for this edition has added new photographs taken from both the air and sea. The use of full colour throughout the work brings a clarity to the photographs and harbour plans. New photographs have been added to support changes to the text and plans in this 3rd edition. Martin Lawrence has spent many years sailing on the West Coast of Scotland and is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Navigation. He is well known as the author of the Yachtsman's Pilot...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11.8
Author: Martin Lawrence
ISBN: 9781846231780
$8195
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IHP_PUB191
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
$2295
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IMR184
The River Thames Book, now in its seventh edition, is the best-selling guide to the non-tidal Thames from Teddington to its source in Gloucestershire. This complete guide covers the Barrier to Cricklade with the River Wey, Basingstoke Canal and the Kennet & Avon Canal to Great Bedwyn. Chris Cove-Smith's updated text describes the navigation with support of clear and detailed mapping. The River Thames Book also lists in exhaustive detail the facilities to be found along each section of the navigation.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6.7 x 9.4
Author: Chris Cove-Smith
ISBN: 9781846237157
$2195
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IMR201
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Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 11.97 x 0.83 x 8.54"
Author: David & Susie Baggaley
ISBN: 9781786793546
$10595
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WFP173
Developed by NASAR's education division in collaboration with Waterford Press, Basic First Aid for First Responders is an easy-to-use reference guide on how to recognize and respond to common medical emergencies. This lightweight folding guide is waterproof to withstand rigorous use in the field and fits easily in a pocket. It includes information on how to check for vital signs and assess the severity of medical emergencies, when to call for help, how to care for victims until medical help arrives, and what to do if a situation requires immediate response. Made in the USA.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Folding Pocket Guide
Dimensions (IN): 3.75 x 5.5
ISBN: 9781620053089
$995
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FER058
Most sailing vessels and motorboats have a marine diesel engine.  This book will help the owner keep this vital piece of equipment going.  It covers; how it works, fuel, air, cooling, lubrication, electrics, installation and winter lay up. This second edition is fully revised and now covers turbochargers and long-distance voyaging (very demanding on engines). Don Seddon is both an engineer and a sailor.  This makes him uniquely qualified to write this book
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6.6 x 9.3
Author: Don Seddon
ISBN: 9781898660811
$2200
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IHP_PUB120
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
$4995
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IHP_SCA001*
Authoritative and very detailed procedures for choosing and installing engines. Includes propeller selection, shaft alignment, cooling and exhaust systems, ventilation, electrical, more.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Ken Hankinson, Glen L. Witt
ISBN: 9781951116453
$3995
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IHP_PUB193
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
$1895
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RAN003
The hilarious tale of the author's time on Vanuatu, a rugged cluster of islands where the natives gorge themselves on kava and are still known to 'eat the man. '
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 5 x 8
Author: J. Maarten Troost
ISBN: 9780767921992
$1500
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IHP_PUB132
This is a print-on-demand title and is NOT RETURNABLE
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
$2895
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INT026
A fully illustrated tour through modern systems that power, steer, and control both power and sailboats. Features over 100 cutaway and exploded drawings with detailed explanations of eighty principle devices.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Charlie Wing
ISBN: 9780071493444
$2600
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