Skipper's Practical Handbook by Richard Crooks
This book covers the practical syllabus a student skipper needs if they are to pass advanced sailing exams. It is also designed to be kept on board as a coaching guide covering common situations that may trip up even the most experienced yacht skipper. It covers the practical side of yacht cruising: how to be a better skipper, berth the yacht, handle her under sail, recover a man overboard, navigate and carry out safe and efficient passages. Illustrated with charts and diagrams, and including revision and test sections, this is perfect both as an on-board reference and to be used as exam preparation.
"…covers more than its size suggests…A very useful little book" (Sailing Magazine) "...very useful book to keep on board for reference, for students or simply to brush up on your skippering skills." (Boat Mart)
Richard Crooks came to sailing late, but tries to make up for lost time. He has served as navigator and trimmer on a number of racing boats. After a career in the City of London, he led flotillas in Greece and has worked as a RYA Yachtmaster Instructor.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780470059715 |
| ISBN 10 | 0470059710 |
| Title | Skipper's Practical Handbook |
| Author | Richard Crooks |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons Inc |
| Year published | 2007-01-12 |
| Number of pages | 80 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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