Established as the standard reference for Yachtmaster students. Includes: an analysis of a good skipper; the theory and practice of sailing; seamanship; navigation, including plotters and PCs; meteorology; heavy weather and stability; and coping with emergencies. Required reading for all skippers whether on board or in the classroom.
The Complete Yachtmaster has been a bestseller since first publication and has established itself as the standard reference for Yachtmaster students as well as skippers of all levels of experience. In this fully revised seventh edition, Tom Cunliffe brings together all the essentials of modern cruising in one volume. Subjects include an analysis of what makes a good skipper, the theory and practice of sailing, seamanship, navigation including chart plotters and PCs, meteorology, heavy weather, yacht stability and coping with emergencies. The Complete Yachtmaster promotes each subject as an integral part of the whole. It guides examination candidates as authoritatively and reassuringly through the RYA syllabus as a sea pilot bringing a ship to harbor. Required reading for all skippers whether on board or in the classroom.
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'Required reading for skippers whether on board or in the classroom.' Yachting Life (October 2010) 'brings together all the essentials of modern cruising in one volume, and ensures that this time-tested book will continue to be the foundation for navigators, skippers and anyone undertaking coastal and offshore passages.' All at Sea (October 2010) 'the absolute bible for anyone intending to go to sea in boats.' stainesnews.co.uk (October 2010) 'No other book explains every facet of sailing as comprehensively...any boat would be better equipped with this book aboard.' Yachting Monthly (December 2010) 'Excellent, a must for the library and winter reading.' Compass Magazine (2010) 'contains everything you need to know about the theory and practice of sailing' Surrey Herald (October 2010) 'An ideal gift to give to the aspiring sailor to ensure the challenges ahead are properly understood.' Nautical Magazine (March 2011) "These are new editions of well-established books essentially addressing the RYA Yachtmaster offshore qualification. Both books are beautifully produced with excellent diagrams and illustrations in full colour and seem to me to cover the syllabus comprehensively and well." The Little Ship (Spring 2011)
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A bestseller since first publication (over 40,000 copies sold) Updated to keep pace with the revolution in navigation - and by an author with an unequalled reputation Comprehensive coverage of the theory and practice of sailing, seamanship, navigation, meteorology, yacht stability and dealing with emergencies Over 25,000 people enrol on Yachtmaster courses each year Excellent value for money
Tom Cunliffe has been sailing for most of his life and has worked in all branches of the profession, both racing and cruising. He is an RYA Yachtmaster Examiner (Offshore and Ocean) and writes regularly for Yachting Monthly and Yachting World. He has sailed from the Caribbean to Russia and from Brazil to the Arctic.
