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Water sports & recreations

Paperback. When Ellen finished the Vendee Globe, yachting's toughest race aged just 24 the nation took her to it's heart. The depth of the affection for Ellen is extraordinary - she makes people feel like they can do anything! This book presents her story. Num Pages: 416 pages, 32pp colour illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 29. Weight in Grams: 342.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
Edition
New Ed
SKU
V9780141006970
ISBN
9780141006970
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 12.99

Paperback. Suitable for a sailor and mariner, this guide combines 700 drawings with philosophically probing commentary. Num Pages: 494 pages, 700 drawings, 33 tables. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 231 x 187 x 31. Weight in Grams: 778.
Publisher
International Marine Publishing Co United States
Number of pages
494
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071376426
ISBN
9780071376426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 21.36

Paperback. Suitable for all levels of open water swimmer, from beginners right through to competing professionals, this book covers all aspects of the sport: its history and health benefits; an introduction to getting started; a discussion on training equipment and how it should be used; and more. Num Pages: 96 pages, 75 colour photographs. BIC Classification: WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 232 x 5. Weight in Grams: 238.
Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847976093
ISBN
9781847976093
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 14.12

Hardcover. Covering the Ionian, Carian, West and East Lycian Coasts, the Turkey Cruising Companion is the essential pilot guide for anyone cruising the area. Series: Cruising Companions. Num Pages: 224 pages, col. ill. BIC Classification: WSSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 304 x 219 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1174.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470721667
ISBN
9780470721667
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 34.92

Paperback. This handy, paperback logbook is designed specifically for inland waterways boaters. By the author of The Inland Waterways Manual, this book contains useful pages on knots, sound signals, Rule of the Road, tunnel procedure and much more. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 234 x 7. Weight in Grams: 232.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408112038
ISBN
9781408112038
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 10.07

Paperback. Num Pages: 96 pages, 100 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 4. Weight in Grams: 217.
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9780811716734
ISBN
9780811716734
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.44

Paperback. Num Pages: 188 pages, B&W illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: WSSN3; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Menasha Ridge Press Inc. United States
Number of pages
188
Condition
New
SKU
V9780897326537
ISBN
9780897326537
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.14

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Lorenz Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843092070
ISBN
9781843092070
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 9.79

Paperback. Metal corrosion is a constant destructive problem on boats, and you need to know how to find it, stop it, and prevent it. This work covers various types of corrosion in a variety of metal boat parts and fixtures, both above and below water. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 187 x 14. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
International Marine Publishing Co United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071475440
ISBN
9780071475440
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 23.85

Spiral bound. Num Pages: 82 pages, 61 colour illus. BIC Classification: VFD; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 238 x 15. Weight in Grams: 534.
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Press
Format
Spiralbound
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780870336362
ISBN
9780870336362
Spiralbound
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 20.83

Paperback. A groundbreaking, technical book on yacht design linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. Num Pages: 352 pages, Colour diagrams, graphs and photos throughout. BIC Classification: TRLD; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 191 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1200. The Science Behind Sailing Yachts and Their Design. 352 pages, Colour diagrams, graphs and photos throughout. A groundbreaking, technical book on yacht design linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: TRLD; WSSN3. Dimension: 254 x 191 x 25. Weight: 1200.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408113387
ISBN
9781408113387
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.52
€ 62.66

Paperback. Basic Illustrated Kayaking is a guide to recreational, flatwater kayaking aimed at both beginners and casual paddlers. Series: Basic Illustrated Series. Num Pages: 144 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 18.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762792672
ISBN
9780762792672
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.15

Paperback. Everything you need to know about trimming the foresail. Demystifying the black art of jib trimming, concepts are illustrated with colour photos and diagrams and the sailing terminology has been reined in. Concepts covered range from lift, drag and sail shape to wind changes and sea state, with lots more in between. Num Pages: 96 pages, 42 colour photos, 29 diagrams. BIC Classification: TRLN; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 170 x 10. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Fernhurst Books Limited
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781909911253
ISBN
9781909911253
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.72

Paperback. Uncover the secrets to sailing fast whilst remaining in control. Mainsail trimming is not only a physically and mentally demanding role on a boat; it is also one of the most crucial. You need a deep and subtle appreciation of sail shapes and the controls used to achieve them. Num Pages: 106 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 210 x 173 x 7. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
Number of pages
106
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470516508
ISBN
9780470516508
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.01

Paperback. Features white water safety and rescue for canoeists, kayakers and rafters. This work includes full colour and photos throughout. It contains rescue and rafting sections. The chapter 'Planning a Descent' covers factors to be considered when travelling abroad. Num Pages: 298 pages, Colour photographs throughout. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 642. 298 pages, Colour photographs throughout. Features white water safety and rescue for canoeists, kayakers and rafters. This work includes full colour and photos throughout. It contains rescue and rafting sections. The chapter 'Planning a Descent' covers factors to be considered when travelling abroad. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN5. Dimension: 239 x 154 x 18. Weight: 644.
Publisher
Pesda Press
Number of pages
298
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780954706159
ISBN
9780954706159
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.07

Paperback. Suitable for the British Canoe Union navigation courses, this work for sea kayakers covers GPS, reflecting the increased availability and usage of electronic navigational aids. It also includes colour photos, diagrams, maps, and charts, as well as exercises to reinforce and self-assess at the end of each chapter. Num Pages: 96 pages, colour photos, maps, diagrams. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 161 x 12. Weight in Grams: 346. A Practical Manual, Essential Knowledge for Finding Your Way at Sea. 96 pages, colour photos, maps, diagrams. Suitable for the British Canoe Union navigation courses, this work for sea kayakers covers GPS, reflecting the increased availability and usage of electronic navigational aids. It also includes colour photos, diagrams, maps, and charts, as well as exercises to reinforce and self-assess at the end of each chapter. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN5. Dimension: 212 x 161 x 12. Weight: 300.
Publisher
Pesda Press
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906095031
ISBN
9781906095031
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.90

Hardcover. Helps you introduce your child to swimming. Shown step by step in more than 200 photographs, this series of exercises intends to encourage co-ordination, strength and confidence, and enhance mutual enjoyment in the water for you and your baby or toddler. It also answers the most frequently asked questions concerning choosing pools and equipment. Num Pages: 96 pages, over 200 photographs. BIC Classification: VFXB; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 176 x 14. Weight in Grams: 440. Introduce Your Child to Swimming : an Expert Guide Shown Step by Step in More Than 200 Photographs. 96 pages, over 200 photographs. Helps you introduce your child to swimming. Shown step by step in more than 200 photographs, this series of exercises intends to encourage co-ordination, strength and confidence, and enhance mutual enjoyment in the water for you and your baby or toddler. It also answers the most frequently asked questions concerning choosing pools and equipment. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: VFXB; WSSC. Dimension: 227 x 176 x 14. Weight: 430.
Publisher
Lorenz Books
Number of pages
96
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780754824787
ISBN
9780754824787
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.12

Paperback. The groundbreaking reference work on high speed racing techniques - the bible for racing sailors of all levels and abilities from dinghies through to America's Cup. Num Pages: 448 pages, B/W photos and diagrams throughout. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 260 x 194 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1326. Faster Racing Techniques. 448 pages, B/W photos and diagrams throughout. The groundbreaking reference work on high speed racing techniques - the bible for racing sailors of all levels and abilities from dinghies through to America's Cup. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN3. Dimension: 260 x 194 x 28. Weight: 1344.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408124918
ISBN
9781408124918
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.15
€ 48.78

Paperback. Set to be as groundbreaking as its forerunner, Higher Performance Sailing analyses what makes the new breed of high-tech racing yachts and dinghies sail so fast, and what will make them sail even faster. Num Pages: 448 pages, B/W photos and diagrams. BIC Classification: WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 261 x 191 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1332.
Publisher
Adlard Coles
Number of pages
448
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408101261
ISBN
9781408101261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.89
€ 53.13

Paperback. Covers Frank Dye's intrepid voyages in his open 16ft Wayfarer dinghy to Iceland and Norway that ranks among the most hazardous sea adventures of our time. Encountering the whole gamut of weather, such is Frank Dye's seamanship that he and his crew survived gales up to Force 9, capsizing and a broken mast, arriving to a Scandinavian welcome. Num Pages: 184 pages, 8pp section - clr photos. BIC Classification: 1DNC; 1DNN; BTP; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 222.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Number of pages
184
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2Rev Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780713675689
ISBN
9780713675689
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.58

Paperback. Frank Mulville has sailed Iskra through countless hazards on his voyages around the globe, but none were more dangerous than this. While off the Scottish coast, a gale tore skra from her mooring and cast her on a rocky shore where she was badly damaged and holed below the waterline. Frank's account of the disaster and their last-minute rescue makes exciting reading; equally gripping is the story of Iskra's salvage and rebuilding. Num Pages: 180 pages. BIC Classification: WSSN. Dimension: 213 x 136 x 10. Weight in Grams: 268.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Sheridan House
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574090383
ISBN
9781574090383
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.97

Paperback. The schooner Integrity was built in a famous boatyard in the 1960's in Massachusetts, and she was the dream boat of her owner, Waldo Howland. She cruised in the West Indies and crossed the Atlantic to visit Ireland and England. Then she was sold, and there began a chain of events which led to adventure, chicanery and eventually tragedy. Series: Seafarer S. Num Pages: 184 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BTP; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 249.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780850364255
ISBN
9780850364255
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.97

Paperback. Equips the reader with all the tools needed to predict and deal with local and distant weather conditions, whether on a day trip or a longer cruise; along the coast or further offshore. Num Pages: 144 pages, 19 colour illustrations, 5 black & white halftones, 52 colour illustrations, 5 maps, 12 c. BIC Classification: RBP; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 160 x 126 x 9. Weight in Grams: 140.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574093544
ISBN
9781574093544
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 14.94

Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: KNG; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 151 x 15. Weight in Grams: 432.
Publisher
Cornell Maritime Press Inc.,U.S. United States
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780870336270
ISBN
9780870336270
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 17.75

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