Rough Weather Seamanship for Sail and Power: Design, Gear, and Tactics for Coastal and Offshore Waters
Jun 2010 · McGraw Hill Professional
Ebook
304
Pages
About this ebook
Written by an accomplished naval architect, this book shows the average boater how to safely weather the fiercest storm. Rough Weather Seamanship for Sail and Power arms readers with the knowledge they need to select and modify a boat for heavy weather; understand, track, and evade storm systems; and prepare for a storm in harbor, coastal waters, and offshore. It offers ocean-tested heavy-weather techniques for both sailboats and powerboats, practical advice on surviving worst-case scenarios, and decision-making exercises that can save lives.
About the author
Roger Marshall is the technical editor for Soundings and the author of 12 yachting books. An accomplished sailor, he has competed at all levels of racing, including Admiral's Cup and Fastnet races.
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