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Synopsis
This volume covers both the shore based and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It clearly explains all aspects of boat work including: sail trimming and sail handling; understanding the compass and sailing a course; introduction to meteorology; anchoring and mooring; rope work; handling safety equipment; emergency procedures; and simple collision rules.
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About the Author
Both qualified RYA instructors, Pat Langley-Price and Philip Ouvry write with years of practical experience. Pat accumulated thousands of miles during yacht deliveries and as a sailing instructor, and Philip was an Examining Officer of naval yacht skippers and spent 20 years in the Royal Navy.
Review
'This edition has a new design and revised text, in line with RYA course guideline, along with fresh disgrams and photgraphs.' Boat Mart (July 2007) 'Written concisely and to the point and is generously illustrated with colourful photographs and diagrams illustrating topics' Lymington Times (July 3, 2008)
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- PublisherAdlard Coles Nautical
- Publication date1991
- ISBN 10 0229118933
- ISBN 13 9780229118939
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
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