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Reeds Nautical Almanac 2012

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:23:43 +0000

Reeds Nautical Almanac is the indispensable trusted annual compendium of navigational data for yachtsmen and motor boaters, and provides all the information required to navigate Atlantic coastal waters around the whole of the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands and the entire European coastline from the tip of Denmark right down to Gibraltar, Northern Morocco and the Azores. The 2012 edition continues the Almanac’s tradition of year onyear improvement and meticulous presentation of all the data required for safe navigation. Now with an improved layout for easier reference and with over 45,000 annual changes, it is regarded as the bible of almanacs for anyone going to sea. Includes: 700 chartlets, Harbour facilities, Tide tables and streams, 7500 way points, International codes and flags, Weather,Distance tables, Passage advice, Area planning charts, Rules of the road, Radio information, Communications, Safety, First Aid,Documentation and Customs – as well as a free Reeds Marina Guide.

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Title: Reeds Nautical Almanac 2012
By: Andy Du Port, Rob Buttress
Publication Date: 6 Sep 2011
Pages: 1088 pages
ISBN-10: 1408140543
ISBN-13: 978-1408140543

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RYA Stability And Buoyancy

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:50 +0000

RYA Stability And Buoyancy 2nd edition

All vessels need to be buoyant in order to float, and need to be stable in order to stay upright.

This revised edition of RYA Stability and Buoyancy deals with everything relating to these issues and also includes hazards common to most boats, incorporating bad loading and breaking waves; the characteristics of different boat types, i.e. sailing dinghies, small catamarans, offshore and coastal monohull sailing boats; maximum safe heel angle, and a glossary of terms, explaining all the technical jargon.

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Title: RYA Stability And Buoyancy 2nd edition
By: RYA
Publication Date: Sept 2009
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G23
ISBN-10: 1906435359
ISBN-13: 9781906435356

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RYA VHF Radio Including GMDSS

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:49 +0000

This book is essential background reading for anyone taking a VHF radio course. It covers all radio procedures from routine calls to urgency and distress and includes an explanation of the new GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) requirements.

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Title: RYA VHF Radio Including GMDSS 2nd edition
By: Author
Publication Date: Jan 2009
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G22
ISBN-10: 1906435200
ISBN-13: 9781906435202

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RYA Go Inland!

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:40 +0000

A guide to signalling and flag etiquette. This book provides information for safe and considerate boating.

The latest title in our popular children’s series, Go Inland is ideal for not only any child wanting to learn about the inland waterways, but it’s perfect for the entire family.

RYA Go Inland will teach you how to be a safe and useful crew on board river and canal boats, and will also teach you about lock handling, mooring, steering, and life on board.

Plenty of amazing facts as well as enjoyable activities to keep you busy on those wet days.

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Title: RYA Go Inland! A Young Person`s Guide to Inland Waterways
By: Claudia Myatt
Publication Date: 29 May 2008
Pages: ??
RYA Product Code: G54
ISBN-10: 1905104669
ISBN-13: 9781905104666

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Day Skipper Handbook – Motor

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:37 +0000

The new Day Skipper Handbook Motor covers the elements of the course in simple illustrated steps. It is ideal as the practical guide to aid students on the course, or just as a stand-alone book to guide you through the practical elements of motor boating.

Chapters include:

Pilotage
Navigation
Boat Work
Boat Handling
Marinas
Cruising at Speed
Anchoring

The book is written by Jon Mendez, the RYA’s former Chief Motor and Powerboating Instructor and an acknowledged expert on the subject.

Author Interview

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Title: RYA Day Skipper Handbook – Motor
By: Jon Mendez
Publication Date: January 1, 2010
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G97
ISBN-10: 1906435553
ISBN-13: 9781906435554

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Knots, Splices and Ropework

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:32 +0000

The complete guide to knots for all knot enthusiasts and a must have for all boaters.

This book is ideal for everybody, whether beginner or advanced, as it deals with knots and rope work from beginning to end.

The first section deals with rope construction and maintenance, moving on to the basic knots which are essential to all boating activities. The authors then delve into blocks and tackles, lashings and bindings, splicing, and finally they move on to the more advanced, decorative knots, which are ideal for adding a unique touch to your boat, and they also make for lovely gifts.

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Title: RYA Knots, Splices and Ropework Handbook
By: Gordon Perry, Steve Judkins, Steve Lucas
Publisher: RYA
Publication Date: 24/04/2008
Pages: 240
RYA Product Code: G63
ISBN-10: 1905104758
ISBN-13: 9781905104758

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RYA Electrics Handbook

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:30 +0000

Following on from the popular RYA Diesel Engine Handbook, this title helps expand the RYA maintenance series, giving all boaters superb information and advice on keeping their boats in tip-top condition. Chapters include the basic theory of electricity; different types of batteries; engine start systems; circuit protection & monitoring, and engine charging & primary circuits.

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Title: RYA Electrics Handbook
By: Andrew Simpson
Publication Date: September 2009
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G67
ISBN-10: 1906435243
ISBN-13: 9781906435240

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RYA Better Sailing DVD

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:25 +0000

Ideal if you want to sail better and faster, fly spinnakers or have a go at racing. Follows two inexperienced sailors in a Laser 2000.

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Title: RYA Better Sailing DVD
By: ???
Publisher: RYA
Publication Date: 2004
RYA Product Code: DVD10
ISBN-10: 0901501980
ISBN-13: 9780901501981

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RYA Working with Water

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:24 +0000

RYA Working with Water

All you need to know about working with water, from holiday and gap year jobs to a lifestyle change or full time career.

This title provides key advice for people wanting to get into this industry, whether they are looking for a gap year past time or hoping to start a new career.

Chapters include:

what the work is like
what the responsibilities are
how to get a job
personal experiences
case histories.

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Title: RYA Working with Water
By: Jeremy Evans
Publication Date: Summer 2009
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G65
ISBN-10: 1905104812
ISBN-13: 9781905104819

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The Racing Rules Explained

Joe — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:18:23 +0000

The latest addition to the RYA racing series, The Racing Rules Explained is the complete guide to understanding the Racing Rules of sailing.

Racing Rules are compulsory for all racing sailors the world over, and this title serves to complement the existing RYA Rules publications, and also to provide adequate explanations, through clear text & diagrams, behind all the Racing Rules.

The only book currently on the market to include all the January 2010 ISAF rule changes, it has a fresh logical approach to its subject matter with clear illustrations.

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Title: RYA Racing Rules Handbook 2009-2012: A Logical Guide to the Racing Rule
By: Trevor Lewis
Publication Date: 31 Aug 2009
Pages: pages
RYA Product Code: G80
ISBN-10: 1906435189
ISBN-13: 9781906435189