Storm Tactics Handbook: Modern Methods of Heaving-to for Survival in Extreme Conditions, 3rd Edition - Softcover

Lin Pardey; Larry Pardey

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1929214472 ISBN 13: 9781929214471

Publisher: Pardey Books, 2008

Synopsis

The fear of storms has kept many otherwise competent sailors from venturing into the open ocean. This book explores the myths that have sprung up about ways to bring small boats through storms and shows tried and true methods that work for all types of sailing vessels. Special sections explain storm sail design, sea-anchor technology and tips for preventing gear failure at sea. Included are a series of check lists designed to help potential voyagers chose, then outfit their boat for safe voyaging plus others to prepare them as a storm actually approaches and reassure them once they are in the midsts of heavy winds and seas. Marrio Vittone, a U.S. Coastguard Rescue Swimmer for 14 years, in an unsolicited testimoney, wrote: "I have been on several rescues (and heard of many more) that would have been completely unnecessary if the sailboat captains aboard would have practiced the skills taught by Lin and Larry Pardey. Not knowing how to heave-to in bad weather is as inexcusable as not knowing 'red, right, return'."

About this title

From the Publisher:

The second edition of this book sold over 30,000 copies and drew excellent reviews from all major sources. The newest edition is already in its second printing and is used by many sailing schools as an important part of their curiculum. To be sure you are getting this new edition, look for Storm Tactics Handbook 3rd edition with the cover which shows a boat hove to with a bright orange trysail while a wave is breaking just forward of the bow.

About the Author:

After more than 4 decades and more than 200,000 miles of ocean voyaging, ten books, 5 video programs and many awards in recognition of their contributions to seamanship, and encouragement to others in the fields of sailing and offshore cruising, Lin and Larry are probably the best known cruising sailors in the English speaking world.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pardey Books
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1929214472
• ISBN 13: 9781929214471
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 256