Rya Day Skipper Handbook

Author : Sara Hopkinson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2010-01-31
Category : Sailing
ISBN : 1905104944

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Rya Day Skipper Handbook by Sara Hopkinson Pdf

Author : Royal Yachting Association,Jon Mendez
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association, Jon Mendez
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Day Skipper Handbook Motor (G-G97) by Royal Yachting Association,Jon Mendez Pdf

The RYA Day Skipper Handbook Motor eBook is the digital companion to the RYA Motor Cruising Day Skipper Course, continuing the RYA practical series of books that accompany the courses. The new Day Skipper Handbook Motor covers the elements of the course in simple illustrated steps. It is ideal as the practical guide to aid students on the course, or just as a stand-alone book to guide you through the practical elements of motor boating. Chapters include: Pilotage Navigation Boat Work Boat Handling Marinas Cruising at Speed Anchoring The eBook is written by Jon Mendez, the RYA’s former Chief Motor and Powerboating Instructor and an acknowledged expert on the subject. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association Reviews This is the official RYA book for anyone considering the RYA Day Skipper Certificate…RYA publications invariably attain very high levels of excellence, from the quality of the text to the graphics and sketches. This one maintains those levels. Sailing for Southern Africa, August 2015 Typical of RYA Publications, the pages are filled with helpful illustrations to help the reader picture every technique and procedure taught... All At Sea, December 2010

Author : Royal Yachting Association,Sara Hopkinson
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-09
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Day Skipper Handbook Sail (G-G71) by Royal Yachting Association,Sara Hopkinson Pdf

This is the official handbook supporting the RYA Day Skipper Sail Course and is ideal for anyone looking to brush up on their knowledge to this level. It gives great practical and detailed advice on key skills, expanding on the course companion notes. Being a good skipper is not difficult; it requires essential skills, knowledge, experience, patience, good communication and at times a sense of humour! This book is engagingly written and highly illustrated with the aim of equipping you with that essential knowledge and set of skills to help you build up your experience. It covers all the theoretical and practical aspects of the RYA Day Skipper Sail syllabus and gives you all you need to know to take a small yacht on a short passage safely. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. It contains structural and page navigation, and long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Structural navigation Print page number navigation Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

Author : Royal Yachting Association
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Pilots and pilotage
ISBN : 1905104138

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Day Skipper by Royal Yachting Association Pdf

Author : Royal Yachting Association,James Stevens
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-08-24
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Yachtmaster Handbook (G-G70) by Royal Yachting Association,James Stevens Pdf

The RYA Yachtmaster examination is the gold-standard qualification for sail and power boaters the world over. This eBook is the RYA’s official and definitive guide to the exam. It offers a unique insight into what you need to know, how the exam will be conducted, and the skills required. Whether you are going to take the exam, or are thinking of it and want to find out what you will face on the day, this is the book that you must have. Author James Stevens is the creator of the current RYA Yachtmaster scheme for sail and power boats. Formerly the RYA’s Training Manager, he has over 30 years’ experience examining, and there is nobody better to help you succeed. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

Author : Tom Cunliffe
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780713660746

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The Complete Day Skipper by Tom Cunliffe Pdf

A practical hands-on manual for skippers at the outset of their careers from Tom Cunliffe, one of Britain's best known instructors and most successful writers on seamanship. It covers the entire RYA Day Skipper syllabus both shore based and practical.

Author : Malcolm Pearson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-16
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781472972149

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Reeds Skipper's Handbook by Malcolm Pearson Pdf

The Reed's Skipper's Handbook has been a bestseller since first publication. The previous edition sold over 60,000 copies, and it is easy to see why: a handy pocket size, it is an aide-memoire of everything a boater needs to know at sea. Packed with a wide range of information in a concise form it is frequently recommended by Yachtmaster Instructors as a quick reference guide and as a revision aid for anyone taking their Day Skipper or Yachtmaster certificates. This 7th edition has been thoroughly revised, with updated text and illustrations throughout. 'A terrific little volume' Motorboat & Yachting 'A brilliant guide for beginners and an excellent refresher for more advanced skippers... a top rate book' Waterstones 'Everything you would need to know when going to sea in a yacht or small boat...a humdinger of a little book' Nautical Magazine Reeds Skipper's Handbook is a must for anyone going to sea in any size of boat – be they novice or old hand. Tens of thousands of skippers and crew have found it invaluable as a memory jogger and refresher whether at sea or on land.

Author : Alison Noice
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-29
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781408193129

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Day Skipper for Sail and Power by Alison Noice Pdf

Day Skipper for Sail and Power is a major reference book for anyone following the RYA Day Skipper course. Right up to date with new developments and covering all the theory and practical aspects of the RYA Day Skipper Certificate with full colour photography and helpful diagrams, it is also a clear and simple introduction to pilotage, navigation and general boatwork for anyone intending to make coastal passages in a small boat. With its refreshingly practical approach and by the same author as the highly successful Yachtmaster for Sail and Power, no one intending to follow an RYA Day Skipper course whether for sail or power can afford to be without this lively, helpful guide to complement the course and assist with exam preparation. An accompanying Day Skipper Exercises for Sail and Power is available.

Author : Royal Yachting Association,Jeremy Evans
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Yacht Sailing Techniques (G-G94) by Royal Yachting Association,Jeremy Evans Pdf

Thousands of hours are required to build up experience afloat and there will always be more things to learn. In the meantime, this book will help start the ball rolling, building expertise by providing a basic overview of yacht sailing techniques which should be enhanced by the RYA's Competent Crew and Day Skipper courses. RYA Yacht Sailing Techniques is the perfect companion for any skipper or crew looking for the basic skills to enjoy cruising in good conditions. Contents include: The layout and equipment on a small to medium sized yacht The essential safety information that all need to know before getting underway Basic maintenance Manoeuvring in a marina Handling under sail Anchoring and mooring Man overboard rescue strategy This will provide you with enough information to enjoy relaxed yacht cruising in favourable conditions with a family, particularly for flotilla or bareboat holidays. That means fair weather, light to moderate winds, little or no tide, a quiet sailing area, easily assessed navigational hazards, well protected anchorages with good holding and uncrowded marinas. Specific recommendations are made throughout the book to RYA courses and books for those who wish to increase their knowledge and expertise to higher levels. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12
Category : Seamanship
ISBN : 1910017019

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RYA Yachtmaster Scheme Instructor Handbook by Anonim Pdf

Author : Royal Yachting Association,Rob Gibson
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Sail Trim Handbook (G-G99) by Royal Yachting Association,Rob Gibson Pdf

The digital edition of the RYA Sail Trim Handbook for Cruisers is crammed with useful tips and pointers on one of the fundamentals of good seamanship: sail trim. The book focuses more on the needs of the cruising sailor as opposed to the out-and-out racer. After all, a well-trimmed cruising yacht will be better balanced, easier to handle, and will sail more comfortably. Sail trim can be bewildering to the novice but the RYA Sail Trim Handbook talks you through the subject in an informative yet entertaining manner. This eBook is further enhanced by a range of clear, well thought-out illustrations. Chapters include: How Sails Work Jibs & Genoas Spinnakers Reefing Sailing Upwind Heavy Weather Sailing Trade Wind Sailing Ultimately this book will have you itching to get back afloat and tinkering with the trim of your sails. This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).

Author : Malcolm Pearson
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-07-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781408156292

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Reeds Skipper's Handbook by Malcolm Pearson Pdf

The Reed's Skipper's Handbook, now in its 6th edition, has been a bestseller since first publication. A handy pocket size, it is an aide-memoire of everything a boater would need to know at sea. Packed with a wide range of information in a concise form it is frequently recommended by Yachtmaster Instructors as a quick reference guide and as a revision aid for anyone taking their Day Skipper and Yachtmaster certificates. The 6th edition has been expanded with helpful new material on boat handling, tides, ropework and general seamanship. 'A terrific little volume' Motorboat & Yachting 'A brilliant guide for beginners and an excellent refresher for more advanced skippers... a top rate book' Waterstones 'Everything you would need to know when going to sea in a yacht or small boat...a humdinger of a little book' Nautical Magazine Reeds Skipper's Handbook is a must for anyone going to sea in any size of boat - be they novice or old hand. Many thousands of skippers and crew have found it invaluable as a memory jogger and fresher whether at sea or on land.

Author : Melanie Bartlett,Tim Bartlett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03
Category : Navigation
ISBN : 1906435944

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The RYA Navigation Handbook by Melanie Bartlett,Tim Bartlett Pdf

"This ... edition ... comprehensively covers traditional and the latest electronic methods [of navigation]. It is the recommended text for anyone doing the RYA Day Skipper Shorebased course and a core text for the RYA Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased course, sail or power. It's also ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about navigation"--Publisher's description.

Author : Royal Yachting Association,Chris Tibbs
Publisher : Royal Yachting Association
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2019-07-15
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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RYA Weather Handbook (G-G133) by Royal Yachting Association,Chris Tibbs Pdf

If you are doing an RYA course or are simply seeking to gain a greater understanding of the weather, this edition of the RYA Weather Handbook (which covers the Northern and Southern Hemispheres) is full of practical and useful information, on aspects such as theory, weather charts, clouds, predicting the wind, and the technology used in sourcing meteorological information. This edition provides more information than ever before about where to obtain forecasts, the growing use of technology in forecasting weather and obtaining up-to-date information and in particular monitoring the tell-tale signs around you for any indication that the weather may not be doing what was forecast. The areas that have been substantially updated and enhanced with additional content are: Tropical weather (hurricanes, cyclones and sailing in the tropics) Climate change New technology The illustrations have also been completely modernised and the look and feel of the layout has benefitted from an overall redesign, making even the most complicated subject easily understandable. This book takes advantage of Google's accessibility features (https://support.google.com/accessibility/android/answer/6006564?hl=en-GB).

Author : David Fairhall
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781472942944

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Pass Your Day Skipper by David Fairhall Pdf

Both concise and comprehensive, this out-and-out 'crammer' covers all the essentials of the RYA Day Skipper syllabus, arranged and highlighted to make revising easier and now updated and expanded for the sixth edition. Since the first edition was published, Pass Your Day Skipper has helped thousands of students through their shorebased Day Skipper course. Throughout, the theory is set in a practical seagoing perspective, and helpful tips on exam tactics are also provided. And to relieve the tension of all that swotting, each section is enlivened with some of Mike Peyton's best loved cartoons. 'Well worth investing in to help you pass your Day Skipper with flying colours!' Boat Mart 'All the essentials are covered with lucidity... after you pass, you won't throw it away' Cowes Yachting