Water Sports

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781580801621Author John KretschmerFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Burford Books,U.S.Publisher Burford Books,U.S.Weight(grams) 254g

These racing factors, Dr. Walker explains, translate into boat speed, psychology, and tactics.Wind strength and wave formation, in turn, determine sail rig and fin trim, as well as the psychological approach needed to win. He demonstrates for both the...

With a Foreword by Don Casey, Aimed at sailboat owners of all kinds, this reference book contains 200 entries packed with solid practical advice and valuable tips. Each entry is categorized alphabetically and prefaced by an arresting statement such as...

"Song of the Sirens is rich in detail, colorful characters, and poignant insights. It is the story of one man's love affair with the old boats he has owned or chartered. Focusing on his favorites (his 17 sirens), the book explores the fascination man has...

Ultimate Surfing Adventures takes you on a thrilling ride around the world's best surfing spots Stunning, full-page photographs put you at the heart of the action while inspirational descriptions tell you why each break is so special. This is a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781980987703Author Ben HoFormat PaperbackPage Count 452Imprint Independently PublishedPublisher Independently PublishedWeight(grams) 658gDimensions(mm)...

Plans included: For this 2024 edition the latest depth surveys and firing practice areas are included.About the AuthorImray Laurie Norie & Wilson Ltd was formed in 1904 when three private chart publishing firms amalgamated. Each of these London...

Design innovations and a new appreciation for the grace and poise of surfing a longer board has lifted the art of longboarding back into the limelight and more importantly, back into the minds of serious surfers who are looking to expand their wave...

Anyone who has come across Des Sleightholme's bitingly witty writing will know they are in for a treat with this book. In his usual hilarious tongue-in-cheek manner, Des Sleightholme seeks to introduce the newcomer to the joys of cruising, explaining how...

A magical, wondrous novel by the author of The Peculiar Tale of the Tentacle Boy - about a boy who longs to swim, and a town with a mysterious past ... 'A hilarious and warm-hearted mystery set in a secretive seaside ...

There has not been a guide in English to the Inland Waterways of Belgium since E E Benest's handbook went out of print in the early 1960's. Jacqueline Jones' new guide provides detailed coverage for anyone interested in this under-rated waterway network...

For a modest man, Tim Davison has done quite well for himself in the sailing world. He has won National and European championships from the 1970s to 2020s, has skippered his yacht from the Baltic to the Mediterranean and has written over 20 books on...

This work brings to life the last days of carrying cargo under sail, written in Bob Roberts' lively and evocative style.Reviews'Much of this book has been written in a barge's cabin, rolling at anchor in Yarmouth Roads, stormbound under the lee of the...

Choosing the right travelling companion for that trip of a lifetime is a tough task, yet Stormrider Surf Stories makes life easy by offering something for everyone who is on a journey of enlightenment through Indonesia. This compendium of short stories...

This edition includes the latest official UKHO data, combined with additional information sourced from Imray's network to make it ideal for small craft. The chart has been fully revised throughout including the latest bathymetric survey data and updated...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780956921901Author J J JamesFormat PaperbackPage Count 184Imprint AMJ PublishingPublisher AMJ Publishing

This is the reassuring voice of the ocean sailing community. Your big adventure starts here. For many sailors, an ocean passage is the big dream. But many will worry that they don't have the right experience, that their boat isn't strong enough, or...

It includes coverage of the Lofoten and Vesteralen islands, the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and the remote volcanic island of Jan Mayen. Author Judy Lomax continues to sail this beguiling coastline of majestic fjords and multiple islands and uses...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781482522044Author Andrey DvoretskiFormat PaperbackPage Count 106Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent...

This book is a companion to Reeds Vol. 6: Basic Electrotechnology for Marine Engineers and covers aspects of theory beyond the scope of Volume 6. The book will cover the more advanced topics in electrotechnology for professional trainees studying...

Don't Be Left Up a River... Without a Packraft Packrafts are lightweight, inflatable boats that can be carried in a backpack, on a bicycle or in a duffel bag. These compact, tough personal watercrafts are used to float rivers, run rapids, cross lakes,...

The story behind the hit surfing movie Chasing Mavericks! Surfing legend Frosty Hesson shares the story of his remarkably life and his extraordinary friendship with wunderkind Jay Moriarty.When Richard "Frosty" Hesson was first approached by a young Jay...

'The Lillibet Logs' tells of a two year restoration project on a classic wooden sailing boat. It talks about the history of the boat, the process of restoration and experience of learning to sail the boat.Book InformationISBN 9781574092387Author Jack...

Despite the proliferation of electronic navigational devices, celestial navigation remains an essential tool for those who do not wish to be caught short when modern technology fails. In this easy-to-use guide, Hewitt Schlereth explains clearly and...

'Monumental!' - Bob Ross, Australian Sailing High Performance Sailing is now regarded as the bible of racing sailors and carries a string of endorsements from high achievers. Since its publication in 1984, racing yachts and dinghies have developed out of...

This edition consists of 11 extra chart sheets, twice the coverage of the previous edition, and incorporates all the latest official bathymetric surveys. Created in association with the Clyde Cruising Club for use alongside their sailing directions,...

This new edition of Ultimate Sailing Adventures takes you on a thrilling ride around the world's best boats, locations and voyages - from amazing passages and destinations, through memorable races and rallies to special boats and sailing experiences...

What is the best shape for a sailboat? How does turbulence affect a sailboat's movement through the water? Why do some keels have wings? Is it true that some sailboats can sail faster upwind than downwind? Authoritative yet accessible, The Physics of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.ReviewsIce! is to the wide waters of the world what the exploits of that other Jones chap, Indiana, is to the wide screen ...only for real * Sports Illustrated *Tristan Jones is...

The Definitive Guide to Bonaire Scuba Diving and Snorkeling"With a mapping style and key information presented in a way that really prepares you for each dive site, this book is exactly what divers want." -Ocean Frontiers #1 Best Seller in Water Sports &...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781519415417Author Bill SturrockFormat PaperbackPage Count 146Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent...

Chapman is the foundation reference for all boaters and sailors with essential information on boat handing and seamanship skills on coast and inland waters. With three million copies sold, Chapman Piloting & Seamanship is the one comprehensive resource...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781449925109Author Robert TownerFormat PaperbackPage Count 144Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent...

Surf Travel is an illustrated guide to the planet's most thrilling surf destinations. From classic surf destinations like Hawaii to less well known areas like Madagascar, the best breaks in each region are described by a team of experienced travelers...

Not many 'amateur' yacht designers would dare to enter the first boat they had ever designed into the epic offshore Fastnet Race, let alone with the intention of winning it. But that is what Dick Carter did in 1964, beating all 151 other yachts, some...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781482506693Author Andrey DvoretskiyFormat PaperbackPage Count 74Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent...

The title of Rod Heikell's latest writing only hints at this book's content and coverage. Five years ago the author and his wife, Lu, set out on a circumnavigation and the opening part of The Tradewind Foodie is an account of the successive eastbound...

In 2005, Dennis Van Norman climbed into a kayak for the first time to spend an afternoon "Huck Finning" down the Mississippi River with his son and grandson. Little did he know, what started as an innocent, 8-mile kayaking introduction would eventually...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781565234888Author Gil GilpatrickFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint Fox Chapel PublishingPublisher Fox Chapel PublishingWeight(grams) 181gDimensions(mm)...

"White Water Nepal" is probably the most iconic and famous rivers guidebook in the world of international kayaking and rafting, and it is the book that you will find on every international river runner's bookshelf or wish list. This new and thoroughly...