Description
Book SynopsisA handy, splash-proof, on-the-water aide memoire of everything the skipper and crew need to know – or find out quickly – when cruising: from lights, shapes and sound signals to knots, ropes and engine troubleshooting. With diagrams and illustrations throughout, this quick reference guide will help to keep you safe when out at sea.
Trade Review"A very handy pocket reference booklet… deserves a place on any cruiser's bookshelf." (Yachting Monthly) "An excellent quick reference." (Sailing Magazine) "Not only a perfect companion for the cockpit, it would be a great booklet for anyone undertaking an RYA theory course." (Motorboat Owner)
Table of Contents2 Getting Ready For Sea 3 Rules Of The Road 6 Lights 10 Shapes 11 Sound Signals 12 Buoyage 14 Flags 16 Knots 17 Ropes 18 Tides 20 Engine Troubleshooting 22 Safety 23 Distress Calls 24 Beaufort Wind Scale
