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The Splicing Handbook, 3rd edition

The Splicing Handbook includes step-by-step illustrations and explanations for the most useful and popular splices in traditional twisted and modern braided ropes, and it covers every kind of splicing project you are likely to encounter, including modern...

Intracoastal Waterway: Norfolk to Miami, 6th edition

Since 1979, this book has been the piloting guide of choice for the tens of thousands of boaters traversing the 1,094-mile Intracoastal Waterway between Virginia and Florida each year. This sixth edition is double the size of its predecessor and includes...

Sailor's Book of Small Cruising Sailboats

For the first time ever, a comparative survey of 95 percent of the fiberglass pocket cruising sailboats ever built.

Cruising Cuisine

Emphasizes use of fresh, locally obtained ingredients. Over 500 delectable recipes drawn from cuisines as diverse as Thai, Mexican and nouveau Californian. Deals with supermarket separation. Loads of info on provisioning and shopping in third world...

Sea Kayaker's Deep Trouble

This riveting book offers 20 harrowing, real-life tales of sea kayaking accidents that will not only keep readers on the edge of their seats, but also instruct them with potentially life-saving lessons.

Why Didn't I Think of That?

An unprecedented collection of 1,198 tips and hints from scores of cruising sailors covering every topic imaginable. The nautical counterpart to Heloise's Hints.

Troubleshooting Marine Diesels 1st Edition

International Marine Log Book

Log keeping pages for 105 days of cruising formatted parallel to spine for easy use. Each day gets two-page spread featuring morning maintenance checklist, record of times, courses, distances, positions.

Canvas Work and Sail Repair

Step-by-step, picture-by-picture how to measure for, construct, modify, renew and repair canvas items such as dodgers, biminis, sail covers, sail bags, cushions and more above decks and below. Also, how to repair and improve sails.

When a Loose Cannon Flogs a Dead Horse...

A salty collection of over 250 words, phrases and sayings that have become common in English usage. Arranged alphabetically and each entry is accompanied by a full explanation of origins and use. For lovers of English and the sea.

Sailboat Electrics Simplified

How to install wiring, make good, safe connections, troubleshoot problems, avoid shore power problems, lightning protection, and much more. Clear, easy-to-follow drawings.

Sextant Handbook, 2nd edition

Not a celestial navigation textbook, but rather an essential guide to the mechanics of sextant use, adjustment, repair, history as well as buying guide to both new and used instruments. Illustrations.