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The Biomechanics of Rowing: A unique insight into the technical and tactical aspects of elite rowing by Valery Kleshnev 9781785007774
RRP: £25.00£20.30In rowing, races are often won in spite of, not because of, technique, and many misconceptions still preoccupy both rowers and coaches. This book explains the facts about rowing technique and will help you to find the right way to achieve your best... -
Diesel Troubleshooter for Boats: Diesel Troubleshooting for Yachts, Motor Cruisers and Canal Boats Don Seddon 9781898660811
RRP: £12.99£8.60There is no hard shoulder afloat, and no mechanic around the corner. If your engine breaks down, you'll have to fix it. Open Diesel Troubleshooter, dig out your toolbox, and go to work with confidence. The essential are all covered: good engine practice,... -
The Pull of the River: A Journey Into the Wild and Watery Heart of Britain by Matt Gae
RRP: £9.99£6.85Tales of escape and adventure on Britain's waterways; In The Pull of the River two foolhardy explorers do what we would all love to do: they turn their world upside down and seek adventure on their very own doorstep.; In a handsome, homemade canoe,... -
Solent Cruising Companion: A Yachtsman's Pilot and Cruising Guide to the Ports and Harbours from Keyhaven to Chichester Derek Aslett 9781909911468
RRP: £34.99£22.83The Solent is the spiritual home of sailing and one of Britain's most popular sailing spots, offering a varied and interesting cruising ground. In this fully updated third edition, Derek Aslett provides an authoritative companion that helps you make the... -
Instant Weather Forecasting: You Can Predict the Weather by Alan Watts
RRP: £12.99£7.77Instant Weather Forecasting has been a perennial bestseller since it was first published nearly 50 years ago. A brilliant concept, its winning formula of 24 clear colour photographs of cloud formations and their accompanying explanatory text enables the... -
Illustrated Seamanship: Ropes & Ropework, Boat Handling & Anchoring Ivar Dedekam 9781909911567
RRP: £13.99£9.20Today, yachts are often equipped with electrical windlasses, autopilot, bow thrusters, etc. This equipment has also become much more reliable, making it possible to make long offshore passages without much knowledge of seamanship. However, as the... -
Creative Ropecraft: A treasure trove of knots, hitches, bends, plaits and netting by Stuart Grainger
RRP: £17.99£13.87Creative Ropecraft is a wonderful collection of practical nautical knots and decorative ropework. Anyone tempted to try their hand at this will be able to follow the steps easily thanks to Stuart Grainger's exquisite and clear drawings. This brand new,... -
Narrow Boat Engine Maintenance and Repair by Stephanie L. Horton
RRP: £24.00£23.27When owning a narrow boat, or any engine-powered vessel, it is vital to ensure that the engine is kept in good working order. Narrow Boat Engine Maintenance and Repair is a practical guide to help keep your engine operational, and your boat moving. It... -
Stress-Free Motorboating: Single and Short-Handed Techniques by Duncan Wells
RRP: £18.99£14.59Stress-free Motorboating is the answer to all single- or short-handed crews' prayers. Highly illustrated with step-by-step photographs, this highly practical handbook tackles the most common motorboating scenarios anyone will ever have to manage, whether... -
The Godforsaken Sea by Derek Lundy
RRP: £10.99£7.77'One of the best books ever written about sailing'Time 27,000 miles, three and a half to five months alone at sea, chilling casualty rates, the unrelenting strain of handling 60-foot boats day and night, the absolute certainty of weather and waves that... -
Sunny Days and Sea Breezes: The PERFECT feel-good, escapist read from the Sunday Times bestseller Carole Matthews 9780751572131
RRP: £12.99£9.49THE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Winner of the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year award 'A life-affirming story full of joy and hope' CATHY BRAMLEY 'A sun-filled, fun-filled wonderful escapist adventure' MILLY JOHNSON When does time out become... -
Powerboating: The RIB & Sportsboat Handbook: Handling Ribs & Sportsboats by Peter White
RRP: £16.99£11.54This is the perfect reference for anyone using a powerboat whether you are just starting or need a refresher. The primary themes throughout the book are safety and fun with regular checklists at every stage. The book starts before you even get on the... -
Amazing Boat Journeys by Lonely Planet
RRP: £19.99£15.28Experience 60 of the world's greatest adventures on water - from sailing the Nile by felucca and cruising the Canadian Arctic, to exploring Pitcairn Island by cargo ship. With detailed accounts of each route, beautiful photos and practical tips on how to... -
Pass Your Yachtmaster by David Fairhall
RRP: £14.99£11.75Now in its sixth edition, this must-have guide for aspiring Yachtmasters covers the essentials of the RYA syllabus and provides new tips on exam tactics. Since the first edition was published, Pass Your Yachtmaster has helped thousands of students... -
Reeds Outboard Motor Troubleshooting Handbook by Barry Pickthall
RRP: £11.99£9.08Most outboard motors will be troublesome at some point in their lives, but armed with the right knowledge a skipper needn't worry. The Reeds Outboard Motor Troubleshooting Handbook is a compact, pocket-sized guide to finding solutions to all of the... -
Cruising Under Sail by Eric C. Hiscock 9780713635645
£25.77This book covers every practical aspect of cruising for the beginner and expert alike.This book covers every practical aspect of cruising for the beginner and expert alike.Book InformationISBN 9780713635645Author Eric HiscockFormat PaperbackPage Count... -
Weather at Sea: A Cruising Skipper's Guide to the Weather by Simon Rowell
RRP: £14.99£9.80The weather affects everyone at sea, whether you are pottering along the coast, motoring from port to port or sailing to another continent. This book explains the basic principles that govern the weather from a practical, on the water, sailor's point of... -
Reeds Looseleaf Update Pack 2024 by Perrin Towler 9781399409582
£50.47The Reeds Looseleaf Update Pack provides all the information required to navigate Atlantic coastal waters around the UK, Ireland, Channel Islands, and the entire European coastline from the tip of Denmark right down to Gibraltar, the Azores and Madeira. ... -
Helming to Win Nick Craig 9781909911222
RRP: £14.99£9.26This breakthrough book on dinghy racing will help you make the transition from weekend racer to world champion. Covering everything from where to look and getting 'in the groove' to mental approaches and championship sailing, you will be working your... -
Sea Fishing: Expert Tips and Techniques for Yachtsmen, Motorboaters and Sea Anglers by Jim Whippy
RRP: £14.99£11.75All you need to know about fishing from your boat, between Scotland and Gibraltar. Every yachtsman or motorboater has at some point entertained the idea of catching their own supper, but until Sea Fishing there hasn't been a book to guide them through... -
The Kiteboarding Manual 2nd edition: The Essential Guide for Beginners and Improvers by Andy Gratwick
RRP: £25.00£18.88Your complete practical guide to this fast-paced and addictive sport. Kiteboarding has gone from strength to strength over the last few years, and interest is only set to increase with its inclusion in the 2024 Paris Olympics. In this book, Andy... -
Practical Boat Owner's Sailing Around the UK and Ireland by Roger Oliver 9781408137130
RRP: £25.00£19.28This book, based on a highly successful series of articles in Practical Boat Owner magazine, is a detailed practical guide to sailing around the UK - all by means of day sails.Roger Oliver, a passionate sailor, explains his in-depth passage planning, ... -
UK and Ireland Circumnavigator's Guide by Sam Steele 9781408131411
RRP: £25.00£19.28"The new circumnavigation bible" - Geoff Holt (the first disabled sailor to sail around Britain singlehandedly) A circumnavigation of the UK and Ireland is the perfect 'doorstep' challenge for sailors and motorboaters looking for an extended cruise... -
Diesels Afloat: The Essential Guide to Diesel Boat Engines Pat Manley 9781912621378
RRP: £18.99£12.06Diesel engines are installed in just about every yacht and in most large motorboats and, while professional help is often at hand, sometimes it is not. Indeed, engine failure is one of the most frequent causes of RNLI launches. This book explains how... -
The Catamaran Book: Catamaran Sailing from Start to Finish Tom Phipps 9781909911574
RRP: £16.99£11.54A well-rounded guide covering the techniques and skills needed to succeed in catamaran sailing, for those starting out through to those striving for championship wins. Whether you are a youngster choosing your first cat, a club sailor looking to improve... -
Multihull Seamanship: An A-Z of Skills for Catamarans & Trimarans / Cruising & Racing by Gavin Le Sueur
RRP: £14.99£9.80This is an A-Z of seamanship skills for multihull sailors. There are many textbooks on the market which detail general seamanship principles. This is not one of them. Multihull Seamanship is about sea-going catamarans and trimarans and the skills needed... -
Tales from the Tillerman: Fifty Years of Cruising Britain's Inland Waterways by Steve Haywood
RRP: £12.99£11.01'Haywood imprints his inimitable humour on his descriptions of the people and places he meets along the way.' BBC Countryfile magazine 'He conjures up a picture of a different world, filled with interesting and eccentric people. A cross-section of... -
Tactics to Win Nick Craig 9781912177097
RRP: £14.99£9.80Unless you have unbeatable boatspeed, tactics are vital to winning sailboat races. Multi-champion, Nick Craig, shows you how to develop a strategy and what tactics to adopt on every leg and at every mark of the course. His first book, Helming to Win, was... -
Through the French Canals: The Complete Planning Guide to Cruising the French Waterways by David Jefferson
RRP: £27.00£20.31Through the French Canals has probably tempted more people to explore the beautiful waterways of France than any other book. First published in 1970, it's been the key authoritative title on cruising the French canals ever since. The revised new... -
Boat Joinery and Cabinetmaking Simplified by Fred P Bingham 9781626543928
RRP: £28.95£23.70Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781626543928Author Fred P BinghamFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Echo Point Books & MediaPublisher Echo Point Books & MediaWeight(grams)... -
The Adlard Coles Book of Mediterranean Cruising: 5th edition by Rod Heikell
RRP: £25.00£18.88The perfect companion for anyone who wants to cruise the Mediterranean, whether on their own yacht or chartering. The Mediterranean is the dream destination for many chartering a yacht as well as long-distance cruisers. Its myriad delights - the... -
The Art of Wooden Boat Repair: How to Save Wood Boats by Allen Cody Taube 9781936818488
RRP: £19.95£14.89Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781936818488Author Allen Cody TaubeFormat PaperbackPage Count 292Imprint Seastory PressPublisher Seastory PressWeight(grams) 508gDimensions(mm) 254mm *... -
Lofting a Boat: A Step-by-Step Manual by Roger Kopanycia
RRP: £30.00£22.44The second book in our Classic Boat series aimed at traditional boat lovers, builders and restorers. Lofting is an essential stage in the transition between designing and building a boat in order to turn the design plans into boat lines plans to... -
Uncommon Courage: The Yachtsmen Volunteers of World War II by Julia Jones
RRP: £20.00£15.72'An extraordinary account of heroism and sacrifice. An unexpected and important story, rivetingly told. Rip roaring stuff. Get this into the paws of the sea dog in your life.' - Griff Rhys Jones 'A book that had to be written' - Let's Talk 'People... -
Adlard Coles Shore Guide: South Brittany: Everything you need to know when you step ashore by Paul Heiney
RRP: £18.99£14.59Make the most of your time ashore with Adlard Coles Shore Guide to South Brittany. With the sailing behind you, you'll be looking to explore your destination, asking questions such as: How far to the nearest shops and where are the places to eat?... -
Mainsail Trimming: Get the Best Power & Acceleration Whether Racing or Cruising by Felix Marks
RRP: £14.99£9.80Mainsail trimming is not only a physically and mentally demanding role on a boat; it is one of the most crucial. You need a deep and subtle appreciation of sail shapes and the controls used to achieve them. Most significantly, the role requires an... -
First Aid at Sea by Douglas Justins
RRP: £12.99£9.79Fully updated 8th edition of this easy-to-access instant guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers. This essential guide to first aid afloat is an essential part of any on-board medical kit. Its waterproof ring-bound pages, colour-coded tabs and... -
Expert Sailing Skills: No Nonsense Advice That Really Works Tom Cunliffe 9781119951292
RRP: £24.99£17.38Become a better yachtsman with the help of Tom Cunliffe and Yachting Monthly. There are plenty of sailing and seamanship skills that don't feature on the syllabus of even the most advanced official sailing course - and a wealth of wisdom can be found in... -
Crewing to Win: How to be the best crew & a great team Saskia Clark 9781912177240
RRP: £16.99£11.54The crew of a racing boat is as important as the helmsman - they work as a team to sail as fast as they can. But different members of that team have different roles in the boat. In addition to the obvious roles which belong to the crew - trimming the jib... -
200 Skipper's Tips: Instant Skills to Improve Your Seamanship by Tom Cunliffe
RRP: £11.99£8.00Dip into any of the 200 tips in this handy book to make yourself a better yachtsman. They are the very best of the Skipper's Tips from the pages of Yachting Monthly magazine. Each tip is a pearl of wisdom from Britain's foremost yachting writer, Tom...