Sailing Books

RYA Navigation Exercises - 2nd Edition (G7) The RYA Navigation Exercises - 2nd Edition is the only book to accompany all RYA training courses. As co-author of the Yachtmaster® and Dayskipper test papers, Chris Slade has revised and updated RYA...

The classic How to Read a Nautical Chart explains every aspect of electronic and paper nautical charts: how a chart is assembled, how to gauge the accuracy of chart data, how to read charts created by other governments, how to use information such as...

Keep this handy Mayday Card in the cockpit of your boat for emergency situations. Dimensions: 235 x 160mm  This Mayday card takes the user through the DSC Alert and the spoken Mayday procedure, to be kept near your VHF DSC radio. The plastic...

The most comprehensive and indispensable DIY and repair and maintenance manual for boat owners ever published - it will pay for itself several times every season. Covers electrical systems, engines, electronics, steering systems, generators, pumps,...

A guide to the choice, installation and use of the array of modern electronics available to the yacht owner. Explains basically how different equipment works, with guidance on choosing and tips on use. HB. 176pp.Author Jones, Colin

The latest edition to the best selling RYA Handbook series is written for the leisure boat owner. Easy to follow text and beautifully detailed colour illustrations enable the reader to develop the knowledge and confidence required by all diesel engine...

The 12 volt bible for boats, Second EditionBy Miner Brotherton. Pbk, 150mm x 230mm, 174 pages, monochrome diagrams.A real "how to" book for wiring your boat. The 12 Volt Bible starts with a very basic theory lesson and ends with an excellent section on...

Knots & Splices paperback book. A small pocket-size book on rope and wire work, knots, splices etc. Specifications Author Cyrus L Day ISBN: 9780713677485 Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical

RYA Knots, Splices and Ropework Handbook (G63) 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...

All mariners need a comprehensive knowledge of the buoyage rules and should be able to instantly identify a mark at first sight. These Flip Cards show 31 different buoys and navigational marks in colour, with the meaning and position, together with the...

Comprehensive and easy to understand; the IALA Buoyage Flipcards are the easiest way to learn buoy meanings and uses. All mariners need a comprehensive knowledge of the buoyage rules and should be able to instantly identify a mark at first sight. These...

An extremely useful set of cards which makes a difficult subject much easier. Each card shows a vessel's display of night-time navigation lights (in colour) or daytime shapes, as seen from your position. In the case of the cards showing lights the...