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Paperback. Shows what it means to be a real surfer. This guide shares with kooks (those guys on surfboards who just don't get it yet) the truths and know-how of a lifelong wave-lover. It includes topics such as: first lessons and helpful tips; physical fitness; types of waves; surf etiquette; buying surfboards; and an index of the best surf locations. Num Pages: 192 pages, 60 illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 130 x 18. Weight in Grams: 248.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781620877234
ISBN
9781620877234
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 14.42

Paperback. "The Lillibet Logs" deals with sailing and boat building. Num Pages: 96 pages, 12 b/w photos. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 135 x 12. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
96
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574092387
ISBN
9781574092387
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.35

Paperback. Loaded with photos, this title describes 100 of the best longboard waves in the world and offers insider tips on how to ride them. From the Maldives to Australia's Gold Coast, from Costa Rica to Fiji, from Samoa to Sri Lanka, it covers every aspect of surf travel for longboarders: where to go, where to stay, and what gear to take. Num Pages: 192 pages, more than 200 colour photos. BIC Classification: WSSG; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 218 x 15. Weight in Grams: 640.
Publisher
Orca Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780956789341
ISBN
9780956789341
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.58

Hardcover. Starting with a simple question - 'Which way am I looking?' - this book blends natural science, myth, folklore and the history of travel to introduce you to the rare and ancient art of finding your way using nature's own sign-posts, from the feel of a rock to the look of the moon. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN; WSZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 134 x 207 x 21. Weight in Grams: 286.
Publisher
Virgin Books
Number of pages
208
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780753539859
ISBN
9780753539859
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 15.82

Hardback. A true story of newlyweds on a four-and-a-half year circumnavigation aboard a sailboat. Single for many years, with her children grown, Sharon Ragle found herself facing a solitary future. Little did she know that one step off her familiar path would lead to adventure, romance and a life at sea. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations, map. BIC Classification: BG; WSSN3; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 216 x 22. Weight in Grams: 399.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574091458
ISBN
9781574091458
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.15

Paperback. Fancy rafting across the Atlantic? Famous traveller requires 3 crew. Must be OAP. Serious adventurers only. Num Pages: 208 pages, same plate section as HB - no LS help required. BIC Classification: 1QSA; BTP; WSSN3; WTLP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 126. .
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472121134
ISBN
9781472121134
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.09

Paperback. A guidebook to 44 great sea kayak trips around the archipelago of the Outer Hebrides, from Berneray to the Butt of Lewis, including St Kilda. It presents the navigational and tidal information sea kayakers need on this magnificent section of coast. Num Pages: 242 pages, colour photos & maps. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 171 x 23. Weight in Grams: 794. Sea Kayaking Around the Isles & St Kilda. 242 pages, colour photos & maps. A guidebook to 44 great sea kayak trips around the archipelago of the Outer Hebrides, from Berneray to the Butt of Lewis, including St Kilda. It presents the navigational and tidal information sea kayakers need on this magnificent section of coast. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN5. Dimension: 238 x 171 x 23. Weight: 800.
Publisher
Pesda Press
Number of pages
242
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906095093
ISBN
9781906095093
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.72

Hardcover. An essential reference for anyone sailing the Pacific. With invaluable advice on issues involved from timing, routes, provisioning, health, to weather, facilities, likely costs, and dangers. Num Pages: 256 pages, 75 colour maps + 40 photos. BIC Classification: 1QSP; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 305 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1218.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472935342
ISBN
9781472935342
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.14
€ 54.59

Paperback. Authoritative yet accessible, this work will enable readers to better grasp how sails, keels and hulls work together to keep sailboats moving--and will sharpen their skills with a more subtle and thorough appreciation of why various boat design features are present and why certain tactics work in certain situations. Num Pages: 160 pages, 34 black & white illustrations, 12 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: PH; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 218 x 141 x 10. Weight in Grams: 222.
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574091700
ISBN
9781574091700
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.91

Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, 322 colour photos. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 190 x 14. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Heliconia Press Canada
Edition
Revised edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781896980744
ISBN
9781896980744
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 21.60

Paperback. Series: Dover Maritime. Num Pages: 320 pages, 394ill. BIC Classification: TTS; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 351.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486279602
ISBN
9780486279602
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 17.88

Paperback. A guide for those who wants to get the most out of sailing. It is designed to teach the basics of sailing, increase your enjoyment of the sport, improve your technique, and ultimately, enables you to take part in professional competitions. It presents comprehensive guidance on the different parts of a boat. Num Pages: 224 pages, Colour photos & diagrams. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 221 x 13. Weight in Grams: 482. A Complete Guide for Beginners. 224 pages, Colour photos & diagrams. A guide for those who wants to get the most out of sailing. It is designed to teach the basics of sailing, increase your enjoyment of the sport, improve your technique, and ultimately, enables you to take part in professional competitions. It presents comprehensive guidance on the different parts of a boat. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN3. Dimension: 152 x 221 x 13. Weight: 484.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
New Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713679366
ISBN
9780713679366
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.82

Paperback. A collection of sailing stories. Starting with the author's observations on the rewards and challenges of sailing, it takes us from his early days under sail through many cruising and racing adventures. It also describes the boats in his life and along the way we also learn quite a bit about yachting history. Series: Seafarer Books. Num Pages: 256 pages, plans. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780924486630
ISBN
9780924486630
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.49

Paperback. Meteorology can seem like a black-art with the meteorologist producing forecasts that somehow seem to contradict what you are reading from the charts. Num Pages: 164 pages, ill. BIC Classification: RBP; TRLN; WSSN3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 211 x 172 x 11. Weight in Grams: 382.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
164
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470998038
ISBN
9780470998038
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.14

Paperback. This book is a fun compendium of sea-wisdom, sayings of the sea and anecdotes. The adages are humorous and many have a sting in the tail. A fun compendium of sailing anecdotes. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 140 x 8. Weight in Grams: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470059708
ISBN
9780470059708
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 9.74

Paperback. A guide for swimming training through the application of physiological, biomechanical, psychological, strength and conditioning, nutritional and injury management methods that can be used to optimize performance. It includes practical examples on the components of swimming conditioning, and technical and mental training. Num Pages: 192 pages, 110 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WSDF; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 173 x 2. Weight in Grams: 344.
Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785002168
ISBN
9781785002168
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.67

Paperback. A guide to buying, adjusting, using, and repairing sextants. It includes a list of distributors, manufacturers, and dealers worldwide, a discussion of various trends, and hints, including sighting with eyeglasses and using a Rude starfinder. Num Pages: 192 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PGG; TRLN; WGG; WSSN3. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
International Marine Publishing Co United States
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780070052192
ISBN
9780070052192
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 15.10

Hardback. The rhythmic lullaby of 'North Utsire, South Utsire' has been lulling the nation's insomniacs to sleep for over 90 years. In 1995, a plan to move the late-night broadcast by just 12 minutes caused a national outcry and was scrapped. Published with Radio 4 and the Met Office, this is a miscellany for seafarers and armchair travellers alike. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; APW; WSS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 133 x 22. Weight in Grams: 298.
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781785940293
ISBN
9781785940293
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.96

Paperback. In this tale of life at sea the author tells of voyages round the Horn and his time in the Aland Islands where he fitted out a small boat and sailed with the lovely Elsa. He describes the trials and pleasures of life under sail, including adventures with sharks, drunken captains and a stowaway. Num Pages: 219 pages, 20 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: WSSN3; WTL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 368.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Seafarer Books London
Edition
1st
Number of pages
219
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850364439
ISBN
9780850364439
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.19

Paperback. The only book devoted entirely to splicing today's rope and wire. This new edition includes step-by-step illustrations and explanations for the most useful and popular splices using both traditional twisted and modern braided ropes, as well as wire and rope to wire splices. Num Pages: 256 pages, 150 b/w illustrations, 25 b/w photos. BIC Classification: WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 138 x 17. Weight in Grams: 296. Techniques for Traditional and Modern Ropes and Wires. 256 pages, 150 b/w illustrations, 25 b/w photos. The only book devoted entirely to splicing today's rope and wire. This new edition includes step-by-step illustrations and explanations for the most useful and popular splices using both traditional twisted and modern braided ropes, as well as wire and rope to wire splices. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN. Dimension: 214 x 138 x 17. Weight: 296.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408141977
ISBN
9781408141977
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.44

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