| Alphabetical book list by Subject. | |||
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| Instruction | |||
| Day Skipper. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. Day Skipper is a clear, simple introduction to pilotage, navigation and general boat work for anyone intending to make coastal passages in a small boat. This revised edition covers all the theory and practical aspects of the RYA Day Skipper Certificate. Practical situations have been simulated using the chart provided so that the reader can practice the basics of navigation ashore. The text is liberally illustrated and is accompanied by question paper, with answers at the back of the book. | |||
| 234 x 156 mm 206pp 99 b/w illustrations & 34 b/w photos practice chart hardback | |||
| Day Skipper Exercises. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. Day Skipper Exercises is a companion to Day Skipper by the same authors. It is packed with question papers on chartwork, tides, pilotage and passage planning, all with fully explained answers. Practice chart 5061 is included, as are all the necessary pilotage notes, tide tables, and tidal curves so that the questions can be completed without reference to other publications. Ideal practice material. | |||
| 234 x 156 mm 96pp 30 line drawings paperback | |||
| Motormaster. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. 'Motormaster' is the book of reference for all owners of motor cruisers and other power driven craft. Using this book, the skipper of any motor driven vessel with a cruising speed of between 10 and 40 knots will be able to explore, with confidence and safety, new harbours and anchorages within a comfortable half day's cruise. Clearly explained are the principles of pilotage and navigation, how to make a passage plan, manage fuel consumption, weather forecasting, collision regulations, first aid and safety procedures. 'Motormaster' is a complete handbook for anyone planning to go to sea in a powered craft. | |||
| 246 x 185 mm 240pp 240 b/w line drawings & 25 b/w photos hardback | |||
| Ocean Yachtmaster. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. The ideal course textbook for the thousands who embark each year on the most advanced RYA grade - the Ocean Yachtmaster Certificate. Using this book and its exercises the student will also be able to study from home. | |||
| 246 x 171 mm 224pp 63 b/w line drawings & 10 b/w photos hardback | |||
| Ocean Yachtmaster Exercises. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. A companion volume to the Ocean Yachtmaster for those taking the Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate, and for navigators revision. | |||
| 234 x 156mm 128pp 30 line illustrations paperback. | |||
| Yachtmaster. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. This best selling RYA course textbook covering the whole of the RYA Yachtmaster shore based syllabus has been updated and redesigned to make the information clearer and more accessible. The book follows the RYA shore based syllabus together with the more important practical aspects, and contains test papers and exercises to help reinforce learning and enable the student who has missed classes to use it for self instruction and revision. Included here is all you need to know about meteorology, with examples and analyses of MetWEB, electronic navigation systems and GMDSS. This is the standard text for all aspiring Yachtmasters. | |||
| 246 x 171 mm 288pp 80 b/w line drawings & 20 b/w photos hardback | |||
| Yachtmaster Exercises. | Langley-Price Pat & Ouvry Philip. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. This companion volume to Yachtmaster is packed with practice exercises and answers, including over 50 model plots. Use it to polish up before the exam or in classroom exercises. It comes with Admiralty Practice Chart 5055. | |||
| 234 x 156mm 128pp 50 diagrams & practice chart paperback | |||
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| K | |||
| Knots | |||
| Essential Knots & Basic Ropework. | Budworth Geoffrey. | Lorenz Books. | |
| Synopsis. A comprehensive guide to simple knots and basic ropework. Covers 90 different knots, bends, hitches, loops and plaits. Each stage of knot tying is shown in step-by-step photographs, with down-to-earth explanatory text. Clear and concise advice on the different cord and rope varieties, their breaking strengths, construction and best uses. Illustrated throughout with more than 300 colour photographs. | |||
| Handbook of Knots. | Pawson Des. | Dorling Kindersley. | |
| Synopsis. A practical guide to tying and using more than 100 knots, using clear instructions and annotated, step-by-step photographs. Information on choosing the correct knot, and selecting the correct rope for the job by assessing the different types of rope, their function and breaking loads. | |||
| Knots and Ropework. | Trower Nola. | Helmsman Books. | |
| Synopsis. 'Knots and Ropework' is the ideal companion guide for all new sailors and will prove invaluable as reference for the more experienced. All the major utility knots are included, such as the Bowline, Anchor Bend and CIove Hitch, and also some less familiar ones, such as the very useful Constrictor Knot, and, for use in special circumstances, the Jury Knot. Other topics covered are: knot terminology; rope materials and construction; whipping, seizing and splicing; decorative knotting; and rope maintenance. | |||
| Knots and Splices. | Judkins Steve & Tim Davison. | Fernhurst Books. | |
| Synopsis. Step-by-step drawings teach the ten knots everyone should know, plus a selection of other useful knots. How to coil, whip and splice modern and traditional ropes. | |||
| 114 x 169 mm 64pp 205 drawings. | |||
| Knots and Splices. | Toghill Jeff. | Fernhurst Books. | |
| Synopsis. Photo sequences show how to tie a wide variety of knots for use afloat and ashore. | |||
| 114 x 184 mm 64pp 154 b/w photos. | |||
| RYA Book of Knots. | Owen Peter. | Adlard Coles Nautical. | |
| Synopsis. The RYA Book of Knots will enable the reader to master over 50 of the most useful knots. The knots are divided into groups such as stopper knots, bends, loops and hitches, each of which is used for different purposes. The clear step-by-step illustrations show how to tie each knot and for which situations it is most useful. There is a handy indication of which knots are easy to tie quickly in emergencies, and which work best with natural or artificial fibre ropes, and finally advice on securing rope ends. This is an ideal book for beginners and anyone attending evening classes. | |||
| 210 x 148 mm 96pp 218 line drawings paperback | |||