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Title:

World Cruising Routes

Author:

Jimmy Cornell

Published:

UK - Adlard Coles Nautical

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

5 edition (August 1, 2002)

ISBN:

0713662115-UK

007140869X-USA

A comprehensive guide to nearly 1000 sailing routes covering all the oceans of the world from the tropical South Seas to the high latitudes of the Arctic and Antarctic, geared specifically to the needs of cruising sailors. It contains information on the winds, currents, and regional and seasonal weather, as well as suggestions concerning optimum times for individual routes. Over 6000 waypoints are provided to assist skippers in planning individual routes

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£31.50

$34.00

 

   

 

Title:

World Cruising Handbook

Author:

Jimmy Cornell

Published:

UK - Adlard Coles Nautical

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 3 edition (May 15, 2001)

ISBN:

0713658274 - UK

0071376100 - USA

A handbook containing practical information on all aspects of cruising worldwide. Covering 187 maritime nations of the world, it provides details of ports of entry, customs requirements, clearance procedures, cruising permits, medical facilities, radio and satellite communications, and much more

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Title:

World Cruising Survey: An Overview of Boats, Gear and Life on Board

Author:

Jimmy Cornell

Published:

Adlard Coles Nautical - November 2002

ISBN: 071366360X
This survey on world cruising compares the trends and changes that have taken place in the world cruising scene and provides practical advice and information for long-distance cruisers. It examines the sizes and types of boat cruisers now in use, the routes chosen and why, electrical and electronic gear installed, communications with the shore, formalities worldwide and the human aspects of cruising. There is also a section of answers to frequently-asked questions

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Title:

World Cruising Essentials : The Boats, Gear, and Practices That Work Best at Sea

Author:

Jimmy Cornell

Published:

UK - Higher Education

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

1 edition (February 6, 2003)

ISBN: 0071414258
This comprehensive third volume in Jimmy Cornell's acclaimed and successful World Cruising series is the ultimate authority on boats, gear, and techniques for long-distance cruising under sall. Distilled from surveys of 15,000 sailors by the world's leading promoter of blue-water voyaging, it answers in detail the most frequently asked questions on world cruising, including what boats people are sailing, what navigation and seamanship practices work best, what equipment is really essential, and more

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$21.00

 

   

 

Title:

The Voyager's Handbook:

The Essential Guide to Blue Water Cruising

Author:

Beth A. Leonard

Published:

UK - Tab Books

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; January 1, 1998

ISBN: 0070381437
A handbook for anyone contemplating an extended cruise - whether for a few months or a year. It includes information on equipping the boat, moving aboard, staying healthy, staying sane, liveaboard maintenance, short-handed voyaging skills, and preparing for passage. It gives up-to-date information on the latest techniques and gear; covers the most important topics of expectations, mental preparation, relationship and personalities

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Title:

Tropical Cruising Handbook

Author:

Mark Smaalders, Kim Des Rochers

Published:

UK - Higher Education

USA -International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 1 edition (August 9, 2004)

ISBN: 0071440305
Tropical Cruising Handbook arms cruising sailors with the knowledge and skills they need to master the challenges of sailing the tropics. From navigating uncharted reefs to navigating Pacific cultures, from the effects of the tropical environment on boats and gear to the prevention and treatment of tropical illnesses and health hazards, the Handbook covers all the bases

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Title:

How to Sail Around the World: Advice and Ideas for Voyaging Under Sail

Author:

Hal Roth

Published:

UK - McGraw-Hill Education

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 1 edition (September 29, 2003)

ISBN:

0071429514

This sailing guide includes information and advice on choosing and equipping a sailboat for voyaging, seamanship and navigation, life on board, and every other aspect of long-distance sailing. It includes useful synthesis of storm tactics for various situations

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Title:

Offshore Sailing

Author:

Bill Seifert, Dan Spurr

Published:

UK - Tab Books

USA - International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 1 edition (November 5, 2001)

ISBN:

0071374248

In a book that is sure to become a classic, internationally respected boatbuilder, yacht manager, and delivery skipper Bill Seifert shares his hard-won solutions to a host of boat design, construction, and equipment issues and seamanship dilemmas. Unlike other books on the subject, Offshore Sailing doesn’t just tell readers what to do for safe and comfortable passage making; it shows them how to do it with clear, step-by-step instructions and nearly 200 detailed drawings and photographs

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