Author: David Geren Brown
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
"As every boat owner knows, proper line handling is essential to the safe operation of every power- and sailboat. This book focuses on the practical - and time-saving - aspects of line handling. Areas covered range from mooring and docking to anchoring and sailboat running rigging. You'll learn how to select, handle, and knot synthetic rope; tie your boat safely for the night or the season; rig fenders and chafing gear to protect your boat; choose a safe overnight anchorage; make your anchor hold, then get it back again; navigate river and canal locks; tow a dinghy without hassles; heave a line ashore or to another boat; tow another boat in an emergency (and when not to); improve your boat's deck hardware; and much, much more!" "This guide also covers the techniques and assorted hardware for using line effectively, from riding out a storm at anchor to setting up a permanent mooring."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Hearst Marine Books Complete Guide to Anchoring and Line Handling
Author: David Geren Brown
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
"As every boat owner knows, proper line handling is essential to the safe operation of every power- and sailboat. This book focuses on the practical - and time-saving - aspects of line handling. Areas covered range from mooring and docking to anchoring and sailboat running rigging. You'll learn how to select, handle, and knot synthetic rope; tie your boat safely for the night or the season; rig fenders and chafing gear to protect your boat; choose a safe overnight anchorage; make your anchor hold, then get it back again; navigate river and canal locks; tow a dinghy without hassles; heave a line ashore or to another boat; tow another boat in an emergency (and when not to); improve your boat's deck hardware; and much, much more!" "This guide also covers the techniques and assorted hardware for using line effectively, from riding out a storm at anchor to setting up a permanent mooring."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
"As every boat owner knows, proper line handling is essential to the safe operation of every power- and sailboat. This book focuses on the practical - and time-saving - aspects of line handling. Areas covered range from mooring and docking to anchoring and sailboat running rigging. You'll learn how to select, handle, and knot synthetic rope; tie your boat safely for the night or the season; rig fenders and chafing gear to protect your boat; choose a safe overnight anchorage; make your anchor hold, then get it back again; navigate river and canal locks; tow a dinghy without hassles; heave a line ashore or to another boat; tow another boat in an emergency (and when not to); improve your boat's deck hardware; and much, much more!" "This guide also covers the techniques and assorted hardware for using line effectively, from riding out a storm at anchor to setting up a permanent mooring."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Powerboat Handling Illustrated : How to Make Your Boat Do Exactly What You Want It to Do
Author: Robert Sweet
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071468811
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
From docking to surviving storm waves, everything you need to know before you hit the water Using hundreds of illustrations and photos, Powerboat Handling Illustrated shows you step-by-step how to do tasks such as docking, trimming, wave handling, and close-quarters maneuvering. These maneuvers are adapted to different types of boats under various conditions.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071468811
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
From docking to surviving storm waves, everything you need to know before you hit the water Using hundreds of illustrations and photos, Powerboat Handling Illustrated shows you step-by-step how to do tasks such as docking, trimming, wave handling, and close-quarters maneuvering. These maneuvers are adapted to different types of boats under various conditions.
American Book Publishing Record
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1328
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1328
Book Description
The Cumulative Book Index
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2230
Book Description
A world list of books in the English language.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2230
Book Description
A world list of books in the English language.
Bibliography of Nautical Books
Author: Alan Obin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780948646157
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description
This is the 15th annual edition of the Bibliography of Nautical Books, a reference guide to over 14,000 nautical publications. It deals specifically with the year 2000.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780948646157
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 886
Book Description
This is the 15th annual edition of the Bibliography of Nautical Books, a reference guide to over 14,000 nautical publications. It deals specifically with the year 2000.
Boating
Forthcoming Books
Author: Rose Arny
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2218
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 2218
Book Description
Hearst Marine Books Guide to Saltwater Fishing Boats
Author: Joe Skorupa
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688134143
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Examines the boat and equipment needed for successful saltwater fishing. Illus.
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688134143
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Examines the boat and equipment needed for successful saltwater fishing. Illus.
Hearst Marine Books Trailerboat Guide
Author: Joe Skorupa
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688123383
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688123383
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 124
Book Description
Hearst Marine Books Guide to Freshwater Fishing Boats
Author: Mike Toth
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688137335
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9780688137335
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description