This is a book for all crews contemplating voyages out of sight of land anywhere in the world, whether racing or cruising, giving a clear message of the sort of preparations necessary. It brings a welter of advice on parachute sea anchors, and drogues, a treatise on every sick remedy known to man, a pertinent blue print for those in command and a chance to upgrade one's meteorological skill.
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This is a book for all crews contemplating voyages out of sight of land anywhere in the world, whether racing or cruising, giving a clear message of the sort of preparations necessary. It brings a welter of advice on parachute sea anchors, and drogues, a treatise on every sick remedy known to man, a pertinent blue print for those in command and a chance to upgrade one's meteorological skill.
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Add this copy of Heavy Weather Sailing to cart. $13.41, like new condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Adlard Coles Nautical.
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Add this copy of Heavy Weather Sailing to cart. $18.64, very good condition, Sold by Greener Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from London, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1999 by Adlard Coles Nautical.
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Although this is still considered the "bible" for heavy weather sailing it is very dated and concentrated overly on the weather forecasting aspects rather than sailing techniques.
dbmullin
Jan 10, 2012
Interesting and Informative
Gives you a good idea of what to try and what not to try in heavy weather. Interesting stories of actual events with analysis of the results with suggestions for other tactics that may have been employed in the situation.
Jamie R
Jun 23, 2011
For the sailor who can hold his cookies
This is one of those books you need when you are out there with the elements. Learn how to handle yourself and the boat and survive a storm...
Alan F
Aug 19, 2010
Classic book for sailors
Bought to replace a copy lent but not returned. An essential work for any sailor's bookshelf.
