wiley nautical 2009 catalogue

2009 Book Catalogue

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Contents:

NEW New this season 4

Bunkside Reads 6

Cruising Companions 8

Crewing 13

Cruising 14

Dinghies and Catamarans 19

Practical Companions 22

Knot Books 26

Maintenance 27

Motorboating 29

Navigation 30

Radar and Communications 33

Racing 34

Other watersports 42

Weather 44

Notebooks and Logbooks 45

Basic Principies

Points of Sail

Points of SailWhen sailing, the strength and direction

of the wind are all-important. Look

around you and see which way flags are

flying. You can also feel the wind and

sense its direction by turning your face.

Your ears are highly tuned to sensing

wind, as well as sound. When you change

from one point of sail to another, the

sails, centreboard and crew positions

must also be adjusted to match the

dinghy’s balance and heading towards or

away from the wind.

Head to windThis is the no-sail zone and extends 40° either side of the oncoming wind direction. Turn

too high into the wind and the sails will start to flap, the boat will slow and eventually drift

backwards. The only way to make progress is to beat to windward at 40-45° either side of the

wind with sails sheeted in hard, and make a zigzag course. This is called beating to windward.

Beam reach - port

tack: 90° from the wind

The fastest point of sailing.

Sails are eased half way out,

the centreboard is raised

half way and crew continue

to balance the boat.

Close reaching - port tack: 50-80° to the wind

Sails are eased out and the centreboard is aised a quarter of

its way into the case. Crew continue to balance the boat.

Broad reach - port tack:

120-160° from the wind

Sails eased three-quarters out, the

centreboard is raised three-quarters

up and the forward crew will

invariably need to move their weight

inboard to keep the boat level.

Broad reach - starboard:

120-160° from the wind

Training run - port gybe: 170° from the wind

The safest angle of sail often used as a starting point to

teach novices. Sails are eased right out, centreboard is fully

raised and crew weight is spread across the boat. Run - Port gybe: 175-180° from the wind

Sailing directly down wind either on port or starboard gybe. Sails are eased right out, the

jib can be set on the opposite side to the mainsail (goose winged) to project greater area

to the wind, centreboard is fully raised and crew weight is spread across the boat.

Close-hauled - starboard tack:

Sailing 40-45° to the wind

This is beating to windward with sails

sheeted in hard, centreboard fully down

to resist the sideways force of the wind

on the sails, and crew weight out on the

windward side to balance the boat.

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Broad reach starboard

Beam reach starboard

Close reachstarboard

Training run starboard

Run port gybe

Training run port gybe

Broad reachport

Beam reachport

Close reachport

Close-hauledport tack

Head-to-windClose-hauled

starboard

No-sailarea

Wind Wind

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Our first family dinghy, bought on impulse from a garage forecourt was our pride and joy - for the first month. We soon learned how unsuitable it was!

Once you know the basics, you will have so much better idea of the type of boat best suited to your skill level and the area you want to sail. If you are joining a club, then selecting one of their adopted classes will introduce you to a group of like-minded enthusiasts who will be only too pleased to offer help and advice – until you start beating them around the race course! If you prefer a boat to potter about in and tow to various venues behind the car, then you need one that is lighter than the towing vehicle, easy to launch and recover, and simple to rig.

Wooden boats spell HIGH MAINTENANCE. Trapeze rigged dinghies offer high performance, but only for those with the experience and agility to manage them. Sailing

a singlehander is the hardest way to learn, but can provide a great deal of pleasure when racing them in a fleet. The boats selected by the UKSA as sailing primers provide a good basis on which to categorise and judge other classes by.

Choosing a dinghyResist the impulse to buy the first dinghy that takes your fancy, and get some experience either at a sailing school or club before jumping in with both feet.

The Laser Bahia is a modern, stable, general-purpose family dinghy that can be sailed, rowed or motored. This low maintenance roto-moulded Jo Richards design even has a removable cool box for family outings. She is an ideal first boat to learn to sail in, having plenty of room for two crew and an instructor, and with gennaker and trapeze options, is easy to upgrade performance for racing.

Length: 4.60m

Beam 1.8m

Mainsail: 10.50sq. m

Jib: 3.75sq. m

Gennaker: 14.00sq. m

Mast: 6.290m

Weight: 175kg

Crew: 2-5

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M O T O R BOATING

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Bunkside Reads

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START TO FINISH

The Boating HandbookRob Beattie

Your waterproof guide to life on the waterA one-stop guide to the skills you need to get afl oat safely and enjoyably. Covering launching and basic manoeuvres to cooking afl oat and even sea shanties. You don’t even have to worry about getting it wet, the splash proof cover and sealing zip will keep it dry – even if you’re not!

UK£12.99 (No international rights)ISBN: 9780470996119 Paperback with zip up cover 144 pages 240 x 170mm

BEST SELLER

Gipsy Moth IV: A Legend Sails AgainPaul Gelder

The defi nitive history of a sailing iconIn this beautifully illustrated book, Yachting Monthly’s Paul Gelder tells the remarkable story of Gipsy Moths rise, fall and triumphant rise again. Illustrated throughout with exclusive photographs of the boat, the restoration project and dramatic images from both of her epic voyages.

UK£25.00 • US$44.95 • CAN$53.95ISBN: 9780470724439 Hardback 256 pages 250 x 190mm

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Ultimate Sailing AdventuresMiles Kendall

100 Extraordinary Experiences on the WaterExperience the thrills of the open seas, featuring races, spectacular locations and classic passages from around the globe.

Colour pictures throughout vividly paint the experience, and practical advice shows you how you can enjoy your own sailing adventure safely with information on the essentials you need and ratings based on diffi culty.

UK £14.99 • US $39.95 • CAN $47.95ISBN: 9780470746974 Paperback 256 pages 255 x 196mm

Start to Finish are a brand new series showing you how to get on the water and have fun.

Packed with illustrations and in an easy to use format, they are ideal for beginners as well as advanced sailors who want to take themselves to the next level. For more information visit the dinghy, cruising and motorboating sections.

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Bunkside ReadsQuality Time50 Years of SailingMike Peyton

By sailing’s most popular cartoonistThis is a sideways look at cruising over the last 50 years - from the days when boats were left unlocked and heated by wood stoves, to the present day. Strangely, sailors still get cold, wet, sick and frightened, but still resort to humour to explain their weird obsession.

UK £12.95 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95ISBN: 978190447520096 pages 240x171mm

BEST SELLER

Pencil, Paper and StarsAlastair Buchan

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Sailor’s Little BookBasil Mosenthal

A fun compilation of nautical sayings and anecdotesUK £6.99 • US $11.95 • CAN $13.95ISBN: 9780470059708Paperback 160 pages 113 x 150mm

BESTSELLER

Sailing For DummiesJJ Isler, Peter Isler

A clear and comprehensive guide to sailingThis accessible guide takes the mystery out of sailing. It covers choosing a boat, launching it, and maneuvering under sail to charting a course, dealing with bad weather, and docking - even for people who can’t yet tell port from starboard.

UK £14.99 • US $21.99 • CAN $25.99ISBN: 9780471791430Paperback 432 pp. 187 x235mmAus/NZ edition: ISBN: 9780731406449

Racundra’s First Cruise Racundra’s Third CruiseArthur Ransome

The real life sailing adventures of the well known children’s author Arthur RansomeFirst Cruise: UK £20.00 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95ISBN: 9781898660965Hardback 256 pages 235mm x 150mm

Third Cruise: UK £14.95 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95ISBN: 9781898660897Hardback 128 pages 235 x 150mm

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Cruising Companions

BEST SELLER

Croatia Cruising CompanionJohn Nash and Jane Cody

A fascinating guide to Croatia’s beautiful coastlineThis book covers the coastline between Zadar and Molunat, just South of Dubrovnik, as well as its numerous adjacent islands. Packed full of colour harbour plans and photographs along with clear pilotage directions and carefully selected waypoints, this essential guide also incorporates comprehensive information on the facilities and shops ashore as well as off ering tips on where to eat and places to visit.

UK £24.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95ISBN: 9781904358282Hardback 256 pages 210 x 297mm

BEST SELLER

West Country Cruising Companion 7th EditionMark Fishwick

The defi nitive sailing guide for the coastline of Dorset, Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of ScillyA combination of pilotage and cruising information, enhanced with full colour photography, and a wealth of absorbing local history and general interest. This book is more than essential reading - it will enhance your own enjoyment and prove to be a worthy and much used addition to the ships library.

UK £24.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95ISBN: 9780470985694 Hardback 256 pages 215 x 305mm

North Brittany and Channel Islands Cruising Companion2nd EditionPeter Cumberlidge

Fully redesigned with updated harbour and pilotage detailsThis mouth-watering new edition of the best-selling cruising companion covers the whole spectacular North Brittany coast, the Channel Islands and the attractive west side of the Cherbourg peninsula all in one splendid colourful volume.

UK £27.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95ISBN: 9780470988299 Hardback 256 pages 215 x 305mm8

Cruising Companions. Local knowledge ashore and afl oatCruising companions are the perfect cruising guides. They include both detailed navigational data, plus comprehensive information about local culture, cuisine, facilities and more.

• Port guides - where to eat, shop and visit, as well as local facilities, chandlers, boatyards and engineers.

• Pilotage - clear pilotage directions, aerial approach shots and invaluable local knowledge.

• History and culture - useful background information about these important aspects of the cruising region.

• Eating & drinking - restaurants for each harbour as well as local cuisines and wine cellars.

Cruising Companions BEST SELLER

Solent Cruising Companion2nd EditionDerek Aslett

A fascinating guide to cruising in these busy and challenging watersCovering the one of the world’s most popular stretches of water this guide includes ports and anchorages from Poole to Littlehampton. Enhanced with full colour photography, including aerial views, chartlets and port side street guides, and a wealth of absorbing local history and general interest this book is essential reading.


West Aegean Cruising CompanionRobert Buttress

This authoritative guide will help you make the most of your visit to this region Covering the Gulf of Volos, the Sporades Islands and the Evian Gulf, the book provides comprehensive pilotage and nautical information as well as suggestions of where to eat and what to do ashore.

UK £24.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95 ISBN: 9781904358268Hardback 256 pages 210 x 297mm

The Channel Cruising CompanionNeville Featherstone & Derek AslettThe best restaurants, the nearest beach or where to hire a bicycle are all detailed in Aslett and Featherstone’s comprehensive book. It covers the area from Dunkerque to the Chenal du Four on the French side, and Ramsgate to the Scillies on the English, including the Channel Islands in great detail.


Ionian Cruising CompanionVanessa Bird

The Ionian Cruising Companion is the essential pilot guide for anyone cruising the areaCovering the Ionian Islands from Corfu down to Zakinthos as well as the adjacent mainland coast of Greece from the Albanian border down to the South coast of the Peloponnese. Helpful suggestions of where to eat and what to do ashore along with some valuable insights into the history and culture of this beautiful part of the Eastern Mediterranean are also included.


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Cruising Companions

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NEW EDITION

West France Cruising CompanionNeville Featherstone

Fully redesigned and updated harbour and pilotage details This new edition introduces new and original detail to navigation around this popular cruising area. Covers the region from L’Aberwrac’h to the Spanish border, including the Gironde to Bordeaux as well as the Canals to the Mediterranean are also explored. Throughout the book, the area is brought to life with beautiful photography and illustrations.

UK £27.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95

ISBN : 9780470753743Hardback 256 pages 297 x 210mm: Previous edition 9780333904534

NEW EDITION

East Coast Rivers Cruising Companion19th EditionJanet Harber

Now fully updated with all the latest navigation, facilities and photographsWell established as ‘the East Coast yachtsman’s bible’, this new edition of this highly regarded guide covers the rivers, curlew-haunted creeks and intricate shoals and swatchways of the Thames Estuary. It now includes Lowestoft in the North and Ramsgate to the South and contains completely redesigned charts, updated and extended shore side information and new colour photographs.


North France and Belgium Cruising CompanionNeville FeatherstoneCovers the area from the Westerschelde to the Cap de la Hague, including the Seine to Paris. The on-shore information and aerial photos, coupled with the informative charts and illustrations, bring the whole area to life.


North West Spain Cruising CompanionDetlef Jens

Discover the spectacular Atlantic and Biscay coastline of the Iberian peninsulaDiscover the spectacular Atlantic and Biscay coastline of the Iberian peninsula - from Hondarribia on the French border to Bayona.


South West Spain and Portugal Cruising CompanionDetlef JensThis companion covers the region from Bayona in the North to the Strait of Gibraltar, including a detour to Ceuta.


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North Caribbean Cruising Companion Irena Kucharikova

The only guide you will need to cruise the North Caribbean from the US Virgin Islands to GuadeloupeSuperb photography and clear pilotage directions guide you around the idyllic islands of the North Caribbean. This helpful guide shows you where to eat and what to do ashore along with valuable insights into the history and culture of this beautiful area.

UK £27.99 • US $49.95 • CAN $59.95ISBN : 9780470721766Hardback 256 pages 297 x 210mm

Turkey Cruising Companion Essential cruising guide to the most popular cruising areas in the Mediterranean Covering the Ionian Coast, Carian Coast, West and East Lycian Coast, this is an enjoyable companion for your cruise. As well as superb photography this guide contains clear pilotage directions to a variety of harbours and anchorages, with useful information on the facilities and shops available.


Southern Ireland Cruising Companion Robert Wilcox

The essential pilot guide to one of the most idyllic and fascinating cruising areasCovering the beautiful coastline of South West Ireland from Shannon to Waterford, this cruising companion contains descriptions of every entrance, harbour, anchorage and service in the area accompanied by stunning aerial photography and charts. Sections on getting there and away are followed by introductions to fl ora and fauna, history, weather, tides, charts and passage planning.


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Balearics Cruising Companion Detlef Jens

From the superyacht and racing centre of Palma to the hidden anchorages of Ibiza, this is the only guide you’ll ever need to cruising in the Balearics. Discover the magic of the Balearics with this beautiful cruising guide. Clear pilotage details guide you round the area while stunning photography and illustrations bring the area to life. This guide also details the history of the area as well as showing you what you can do ashore with tips on the local cuisine and the best places to eat and drink.


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Crewing

Competent CrewMalcolm McKeag

The essential guide to crewing - from the basics onwardsWhether you’re going cruising for the fi rst time, going on a sailing holiday or graduating from a dinghy to a yacht this is the book for you. It starts from scratch and teaches you the sailors art, never forgetting that sailing is for pleasure.

COURSEBOOKWiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA Competent Crew^ syllabus.

UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95ISBN: 9781898660323Paperbac 96 pages 240 x 171mm

Crewing to WinAndy Hemmings

Covers every aspect of crewing from club level and beyond Winning begins in the mind, and Andy Hemmings fi rst shows you how to set realistic goals and get your attitude right. He then demonstrates how to set up the boat so you can work it effi ciently, and how to get it fi t for the job. The bulk of the book covers the technical aspects of crewing, with each manoeuvre examined in detail and explained in words and photo-sequences. Finally Andy looks at the crew’s responsibilities in a race and when sailing a series.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Start Racing Couse

UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95 ISBN: 9781898660057Paperback 96 pages 240 x 171mm ALSO AVAILABLE

The New Crew’s CompanionBasil Mosenthal


ALSO AVAILABLE

Racing CrewMalcolm McKeag, Bill Edgerton



Cruising

Boat CuisineJune Raper, Delia Smith

This looks better than beans on toast!June Raper has been at sea long enough to be suspicious of recipes describing “how to make jam at sea” or “take four pints of water and a lobster”. The recipes in this book are practical - she has tried them all out on her boat, and guarantees they will work. Further, each is indexed by windstrength so you can serve something tasty, nutritious - and easy - in a blow, or make something more elaborate on a calm day.

UK £11.95 • US $18.95 • CAN $22.99ISBN: 9781898660026Paperback 96 pages 214x185mm

Boat Handling Under Sail and PowerBill Anderson, Tom Cunliff e

How to handle a yacht and her crew in confi ned waters or open seaThis book explains the principles needed to master each situation, letting you work with your yacht rather than against her.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Day Skipper course

UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95ISBN: 9781898660156Paperback 96 pages 240x171mm

Cruising - A Skipper’s GuideJohn Mellor

An excellent introduction to handling small yachts under power or sail, passagemaking and crew dynamics Advice is given on weather, docking and emergencies. It covers how to assess the boat, her crew and the weather, boat handling, both under sail and power plus covers the passage itself, be it a day sail or a passage with watches and night sailing.

COURSEBOOK


UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95ISBN: 9781898660668Paperback 96 pages 240 x 171mm

Staying Put!The Art of AnchoringBrian Fagan

The only book available on this essential skillThe essential guide to one of seamanship’s basic arts - anchoring - the skill that causes skippers of all levels of experience more worry than any other. This is the only book on the subject. It is fully illustrated and covers theory, tackle and techniques.


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Cruising

Heavy Weather CruisingTom Cunliff e

One day, this book may save your life...In the meantime, it is an entertaining, readable and comprehensive guide to sailing in stormy weather. Covers specialised boathandling advice, navigation techniques, what to do when the storm hits, how to deal with emergencies, how to collaborate with the Air and Sea Rescue Services and how to survive in the liferaft.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses


Ocean SailingTom Cunliff e

If blue water cruising is your game, this is the book for youDemystifying the black art of crossing an ocean in a yacht or motorboat, this book covers celestial navigation, weather, and what you actually do out there.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA Yachtmaster* Ocean Course


Multihull SeamanshipGavin LeSueur

An A-Z for multihull sailorsMultihull seamanship is about catamarans and trimarans and the skills needed to understand and enjoy them to their utmost. Both racing and cruising yachts are catered for, as are trailerable multihulls. This book is essential reading for every catamaran and trimaran sailor.



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Cruising

Sails for Cruising Trim To PerfectionMark Chisnell

How to trim cruising sails, giving speed and a well-balanced boatMark Chisnell, one of the best sailors in the world, here demystifi es the black art of sail trim. He shows how to set the sails and use them properly in all wind strengths. This book covers using spinnakers and cruising chutes safely. Plus choice, care and repair of sails.

UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95 ISBN: 9781904475040Paperback 96 pages 244 x 185mm

Skipper’s Practical HandbookRichard Crooks

An all-encompassing handbook for sailorsThis book covers all the theory students need for the various theory exams. It is also invaluable to have on board as an aide-memoire to knots, lights, rule of the road, weather. It covers the practical side of yacht cruising, how to berth the boat, anchor, make and carry out a passage.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Yachtmaster course


BESTSELLER

Shorthanded SailingAlastair Buchan

How to handle a boat alone or short handedSinglehanded or short of crew? This colour guide gives practical advice including choosing a suitable boat, passage planning, manoeuvring, cruising, and getting some sleep! Alastair Buchan passes on the lessons of his hard won experience gained short and single-handed sailing in coastal, off shore and ocean waters.

UK £14.99 • US $27.50 • CAN $33.50

ISBN: 9781904475217Paperback 144 pages 240 x 171mm

BESTSELLER

Illustrated SeamanshipIvar Dedekam

A clear, illustrated guide to the essential skillsCruising is much safer - and more enjoyable if you and your crew know good seamanship. This highly illustrated book covers the essentials of ropework, mooring, manoevreing in harbour and anchoring. This new book follows on from the author’s popular book, Sail and Rig Tuning.

COURSEBOOK




Cruising

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Yachting: Start to Finish Barry Pickthall

Be the Best: From Start to Finish Yachting: Start to Finish is the essential and practical guide to sailing your yacht. Teaching you the basics to advanced techniques on sailing, racing and navigation as well as tips and tricks to get you sailing faster, better and safer.

Written by experts, this practical and colourful guide is the complete reference for all sailors.


BESTSELLER

The Skipper’s PocketbookBasil Mosenthal

A pocket database of everything the busy skipper may fi nd hard to remember This is a full colour reminder of everything a skipper of a yacht or motor boat needs to know. Featuring information in notes form on the collision regulations, weather, chartwork, seamanship, navigation, fl ags and much more.

COURSEBOOKWiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Day Skipper and Yachtmaster courses


Understanding The Rule of the RoadPaul Boissier

A lively approach to collision avoidanceThis book is packed with anecdotes, mnemonics, colour diagrams and advice. Includes: Lights & shapes • Sound signals • Manoeuvring rules • Common collision situations and what to do • Distress signals • Buoys • Technical details of lights • The Collision Regulations in full • Self-test • Flip cards


The Yachtsman’s HandbookEdited by Neville Featherstone

This exhaustively researched book is the ultimate reference book for anyone who sails Covers every conceivable practical, legal and fi nancial aspect of buying, running and navigating classic and modern yachts

Including: The boat’s structure, rig and systems • Power generation and propulsion machinery • Acquiring a boat • Training at sea and ashore • Helmsmanship • Legislation afl oat • Collision Regulations • Safety and emergency measures and equipment.

UK £29.99 • US £59.95 • CAN $71.95 ISBN: 9780333904510Hardback 624 pages 266 x 189mm

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Dinghies and CatamaransNEW

Dinghy Sailing: Start to FinishBarry Pickthall

The complete guide to sailing dinghies from the Optimists to the latest foiling Moths.Whether you are a beginner and need a straightforward, easy-to-understand guide or are taking your sailing to the next level and looking for the professional tips and tricks that will get you sailing faster, better, safer and having more fun. It includes single-handed dinghies through to planing speed craft.


NEW EDITION

The Laser BookTim Davison

The Laser sailor’s bibleThis book takes a complete beginner up to Club Champion standard. It shows how to rig the boat using the new control lines, then launch and sail it. There are new sections on the Radial and 4.7 rigs; these smaller rigs are easier to handle and now even more popular than the Standard rig. Finally, the elements of how to race are covered.

UK £14.99 • US $22.95 • CAN $27.99 ISBN: 9780470743348 Paperback 128 pages 240 x 171mm

The Catamaran Book Brian Phipps

A straightforward guide to rigging, launching and sailing all types of trailerable catamaranWhatever your previous experience, this book will have you fi zzing over the water in no time. It starts right at the beginning with a simple explanation of how the wind and sails work, then rapidly propels you forward to your fi rst sail and on to your fi rst race. The fi nal section opens up a new world of high-performance skills: gennaker sailing, twin-wire trapezing and tuning a powerful racing rig.


BESTSELLER

The Mirror BookPeter Aitken and Tim DavisonThere are over 70,000 Mirror dinghies worldwide and this is the only book that shows you how to sail, race and rig them (bermuda and gaff rig). Fully illustrated with step-by-step photos, it teaches everything from the essentials of sailing theory and rigging, through to going faster upwind.



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BESTSELLER

Teach Dinghy Sailing

Gaz HarrisonTakes the coach through coaching basics from the student’s point of view giving tips on how to help them understand new ideas. Includes both off the water and afl oat instructions for every exercise. Suitable both for those running formal courses and for parents looking to teach their children.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for all dinghy coaching courses

UK £14.99 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95 9780470725504 Paperback 144 pages 240 x 170mm

BESTSELLER

The Topper Book Dave Cockerill, John Caig

Topper sailing from start to fi nishThere are 45,000 Topper dinghies and this is the only book on how to sail and race them. Colour photos and photo sequences show how to rig the boat (with either stern or centre mainsheet), sail and race it - to championship standard.The Topper is now one of the four RYA* recognised Junior Pathway Classes, with national and zone squads feeding into the RYA* recognised youth classes. Its popularity is increasing in leaps and bounds.


Start SailingAndy Smith, Tim Davison

A handy, pocket sized guide to the basics of sailingThis simple and easy to read book covers all aspects from essential equipment to tides, weather and man overboard drills. The information is presented clearly with just the right amount of detail for the newcomer to the sport

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Level 1 Start Sailing and Level 2 Basic Skills courses


Tuning Your DinghyLawrie Smith

Tuning Your Dinghy throws a bright light on the black art of boat tuningLawrie Smith shares his knowledge how to adjust mast and sails for maximum boatspeed. A ‘troubleshooting’ section at the back of the book shows how to pinpoint and cure specifi c weaknesses in your boat’s performance.



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Racing

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Practical Companions

Essential quick reference guides to keep on board!

These little companions serve as a great reminder of crucial information. Each companion is laminated to stand up to frequent use and all serve as a great aide memoir that will fi t into your jacket pocket too.

BESTSELLER

The Cockpit Companion Basil MosenthalThis is the perfect summary of all you need to know - lights, shapes, buoys, Rules of the Road, tides, fl ags, knots, breakdowns etc., presented in a splash-resistant, quick-reference format.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Dayskipper^ course


The Diesel CompanionPat ManleyThis handy book has all the information needed to ensure that diesel boat engines stay in tip-top condition. Includes: Checklists, Troubleshooting, Cooling, Overheating, Fuel, Lubrication, Electrics, Servicing, Winterisation.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Diesel Engine Course


Electrics CompanionPat ManleyThis is a handy, quick reference guide to boat electrics. Contents: Formula, Tools, Anodes, Protection, Multimeters, Soldering, AC Power, Testing, Wiring, Batteries, Connections, Power Consumption

UK £7.99 • US $14.95 • CAN $17.95


First Aid CompanionRob HaworthThis colourful guide covers most emergencies afl oat such as Drowning, Unconsciousness, External bleeding, Immersion, Hypothermia, Seasickness, Head injury, Chest pain, Fits, Fractures, Burns & scalds, Heatstroke, Communications in an emergency.

UK £7.99 • US $14.95 • CAN $17.95



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Knot CompanionTim Davison

An essential guide to tying knots in splash proof ring bound formatThis full colour, clearly illustrated book covers the top 10 knots everyone should know, plus coiling and throwing a rope, and whipping (stopping the end unravelling).

UK £7.99 • US $14.95 • CAN $17.95


Nautical Calculation CompanionAlastair Buchan

Every essential calculation you need for coastal and off shore navigationAll the frequently needed but often forgotten equations and formulae you need afl oat. Each equation is followed by a worked example to show how it should be done and line drawings help you understand the process.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA*Day Skipper^ and Yachtmaster* courses

UK £7.99 • US $14.95 • CAN $17.95

ISBN: 9780470518793 Paperback 24 pages 222 x 80mm

Navigation CompanionTim DavisonThis book tells the navigator how to fi nd out where they are and how to proceed to their destination. Seamanship and navigation are the cornerstones of yacht sailing and this book covers the essentials in a small format for easy, onboard use.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Dayskipper course


The New Crew’s CompanionBasil MosenthalHow to be welcome on board! This is a handy primer and reminder of what to do on a yacht. Includes: What to bring • How to get invited • How to hoist and reef sails • How to steer • Tying up • How to be safe • Anchoring • Living aboard.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Competent Crew Course



8 Manoeuvring

ManoeuvringDriving a boat in a straight line in open water is easy.Most problems occur at slow speed in confinedspaces. Creative use of wind and current can greatlysimplify manoeuvres.

TOP TIPSAlways spin the wheel from one lock to the otherbefore engaging gear.On a jet boat you do not have to change lock toachieve your three point turn.

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Powerboating Companion Peter WhiteThe defi nitive ‘at a glance’ guide to powerboating. This clear, fully illustrated guide features: Coverage of RIBs • Launching • Knots • Speed • Essential manoeuvres such as man-overboard • Mooring and anchoring.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Level 1 and 2 Powerboating Courses

UK £7.99 • US $14.95CAN $17.95ISBN: 9780470061749Paperback 24 pages 222 x 80mm

NEW

Racing Rules Companion 2009 – 2012Bryan Willis

Your ‘at a glance’ guide to the new racing rulesThis is a handy up-to-date summary of the new racing rules of sailing for yachts, dinghies and windsurfers. It is produced in a splash proof format for reference on board. For a beginner it provides a perfect introduction to the rules and to get your racing career started.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Start Racing course



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NEW

VHF CompanionSara HopkinsonThis book features 24 splashproof cards covering every type of radio call – from Mayday to calling another boat or shore station. Also covers DSC – by pushing the red button you can automatically summon help and transmit your position encoded in the message.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Marine Radio Shortrange Certifi cate

UK £7.99 • US $14.95 • CAN $17.95 ISBN: 9780470714416Paperback 24 pages 222 x 80 mm

Weather CompanionTim BartlettThese cards contain all the weather information people fi nd hard to remember such as Sea Areas, Coastal Stations, times of broadcasts, cloud systems, how to predict the weather around lows and highs, and the terms used in broadcasts. Add a chinagraph pencil and you can fi ll in details and make predictions.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book the RYA Yachtmaster* and Dayskipper^ courses


Passage Planning CompanionAlastair Buchan

A step-by-step guide to safe passage planning This is your guide to writing a clear, easily understood, logical passage plan. Topics covered include: Routing • Pilotage • Points of departure • Landfalls • Weather • Tides and currents • Safe havens • Lights • Communications • Watch keeping • Safety checks and drills • Rations • Fuel supplies • Safety checks and drills • Stowage for sea • Skipper’s standing orders • Crew briefi ng.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA*Day Skipper^ course


Radar CompanionPat ManleyLearn how to use radar on a small boat for navigation and collision avoidance. This handy little book takes the mystery out of radar. Pat Manley shows how to use the controls to get the best picture, then explains how to understand the display and gives plenty of examples of radar plots.



3. Take the end over the standingpart, around it and backthrough to form a half hitch.

1. Pass the end round the object.

2. Take another complete turn.

8 R O U N D T U R N A N D T W O H A L F H I T C H E S

Round turn & two half hitchesUse: Attaching a rope to a ring or post.

4. Repeat, to form a second half hitch.

5. Pull tight.

One of the most useful knots.

Secure, if tied correctly and tightened up.

Good for untying under pressure. Provided you keep tension on the end, the round turn will hold the loaded rope while you untie the half hitches.

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Knot Books

Knot Know-HowSteve Judkins, Tim DavisonBeginning with the 10 knots everyone needs to know, this heavily illustrated, full colour book also covers bends, hitches, loops, bindings, fi shing knots, splicing and handling rope.


BESTSELLER

Knots and SplicesSteve Judkins, Tim Davison

A practical step-by-step guide to tying knots - essential information for all sailors and anyone wanting to tie knotsThe book gives clear, step-by-step diagrams showing how to tie knots, splices and whippings. Each knot is shown in stages, the use for the knot is given and the good and bad points are highlighted for each knot.


Complete Knot Pack with CDSteve Judkins

A great gift setThis package includes a copy of Knot Know How, a CD with video clips and author’s voice over plus two pieces of coloured rope for practice.

UK £19.99 • US $29.95 CAN $35.99 ISBN: 9781898660972128 pages / 12 video clips 114 x 169mm

ALSO AVAILABLE

Knot CompanionTim Davison

See page 23 for more information on this book


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Maintenance

BESTSELLER

Diesels Afl oatPat Manley

This is the defi nitive manual on diesels -every yacht or motor boat should have a copy on boardEasy to use, step-by-step guide to preventing problems, troubleshooting and repairing engines using safe techniques. The author Pat Manley is the expert in this fi eld. He is a technical contributor to Practical Boat Owner magazine, is an Associate Fellow of the Royal Institute of Navigation and an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor.

Packed with photographs, diagrams and illustrations.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Diesel Engine Course.


ALSO AVAILABLE

The Diesel CompanionSee Page 22 for more information about these books.

Diesel TroubleshooterDon Seddon

Keeps your diesel engine goingIf anything breaks down while you’re afl oat, YOU have to fi x it. This book will help keep this vital piece of equipment going. This illustrated book covers: How it works • Fuel • Air • Cooling • Lubrication • Electrics • Long distance voyaging • Turbochargers • Installation • Winter lay up. For yachts, motorboats and canal craft with engines up to 100hp.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Diesel Engine Course.


BESTSELLER

The Restoration HandbookEnric Roselló

A straight talking guide to yacht restoration and repair This book shows you how to completely overhaul a 36 foot fi breglass cruising yacht. It is fi lled with colour photo-sequences covering every aspect of restoration in detail eg. deck repair, the galley, engine, electrics, the bow and more. This is a clear and accessible manual with step-by-step instructions for every task.



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Maintenance

BESTSELLER

Essential Boat ElectricsPat ManleyA clear, concise and logical introduction to boat electricsAn understanding of this subject is essential for any skipper. Salt water is a harsh environment for wires and chips and problems can occur at any time, both in harbour and at sea. Featuring fantastic, clear, colour graphics.

UK £19.99 • US $34.95 • CAN $41.95 ISBN: 9781904475170Hardback 160pages 240 x 171mm

ALSO AVAILABLE:

Electrics CompanionSee Page 22 for more information about these books

Outboard TroubleshooterPeter White

How to choose, install and maintain an outboard enginePeter White draws on over 5,000 hours of powerboat teaching to show how to keep your engine running. He assumes no previous experience and is realistic about when you’ll have to call in an expert. The bulk of the book covers troubleshooting.


BESTSELLER

Simple Boat Maintenance Pat Manley

Probably the best- illustrated book on boat maintenance ever publishedAimed squarely at novices, the colour photo sequences and short captions explain each stage. Ideal for boatyard maintenance and for fi xing things at sea.



B A R R Y P I C K T H A L L

M O T O R BOATING

S T A R T T O F I N I S H

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NEW

Motorboating: Start to FinishPacked with practical tips and essential know-how from the UKSA on motorboats from small RIBs to giant cruisersMotorboating: Start to Finish is ideal whether you are a beginner and need a straightforward, easy-to understand guide, or are taking your sport to the next level. Packed photos and illustrations, this is the way to learn, develop and refresh your skills. With its handy size andrugged covers it is the ideal book to keep on board or in your kitbag.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends for the RYA* Dayskipper^ Course

UK £14.99 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95 ISBN: 9780470697511 Paperback, 192 pages 197 x 152mm

Cruising Under Power LogbookBryan Willis

See Page 45 for more information about this title

NEW EDITION

PowerboatingThe RIB and Sportsboat HandbookPeter White

The perfect guide for having fun and staying safe on your powerboat This new edition to the best selling book is the perfect guide for anyone using a powerboat whether you are just starting or need a refresher. This updated edition contains helpful photos and illustrations as well as fi rst aid and advice on keeping your boat in good condition. It is suitable for any powercraft up to 30ft long especially RIBs and sportsboats.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Level 1 & 2 Powerboating Courses


Powerboating Companion See page 24 for more information about this book

Motorboating


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Navigation

BESTSELLER

Practical Navigation for the Modern Boat OwnerPat Manley

Electronic and traditional navigation explained – with free online simulators Explains both modern and traditional disciplines to boat navigation. A website accompanies this book and includes an array of simulators including GPS, radar, AIS and Chartplotter, so you can test your skills while learning.

COURSEBOOKWiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA*Day Skipper course

UK £19.99 • US $39.95 • CAN $47.95 ISBN: 9780470516133 Paperback/website 160 pages 240 x 170mm

BESTSELLER

NavigationA Newcomer’s GuideSara Hopkinson

A simple, highly-illustrated introduction to navigationThis is a no nonsense introduction to charts, navigation, pilotage, passage planning and basic tidal calculations. It assumes no knowledge, uses informal language and great graphics to bring the subject to life.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for RYA * Day Skipper^ students.


BESTSELLER

Pencil, Paper and StarsAlastair Buchan

Practical advice on traditional navigationThere are two reasons why every sailor needs this book: Firstly, if your electronic navigation system fail - this book will get you home. Secondly, greater satisfaction comes from a true understanding of traditional navigational techniques. This book not only off ers a history of navigation, from ancient Polynesians to modern practice, but also shows the reader how to use these same simple techniques and skills.

UK £14.99 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95

9780470516522 Paperback 128 pages 240 x 170mm



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Navigation

Celestial NavigationTom Cunliff e

Master celestial navigation in easy stages Starting with a sound foundation in the basics, this book then moves on to using the sextant. Cunliff e’s step by step approach quickly shows how to shoot the sun, work out your latitude from a noon sight, and learn how to plot a position from observation of the sun, planets, moon or stars - wherever you may be on the world’s oceans.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA Yachtmaster* Course.


ALSO AVAILABLE

Navigation Strategy and TacticsFor more information about this title see page 35

BESTSELLER

Coastal and Offshore Navigation 3rd EditionTom Cunliff e

Learn all the skills needed to master the delights of sailing out at seaGuides you through all the techniques you need - and shows you how to draw them together in practice to ensure a smooth trip and safe landfall. Includes: navigation basics, tide prediction, checking accuracy and modifying tactics accordingly, using of electronic navigation aids passage planning and passage making.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Yachtmaster* course

UK £14.99 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95

ISBN: 9780470753903Paperback 240 x 170mm



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Navigation

Illustrated NavigationIvar Dedekam

Fantastic computer graphics teach traditional & modern navigation methods in an entirely practical wayIllustrated Navigation is a pictorial manual which teaches you how to navigate in the traditional way using compass and log as well by electronic aids such as GPS, radar and chartplotter.


GPS Afl oatBill Anderson

GPS navigation made simpleThis full colour book explains how GPS works and shows to reader how to navigate safely and effi ciently - in daylight, darkness or in fog. It features 100 colour photos plus 30 colour diagrams and charts.

UK £14.99 • US $22.95CAN $27.95 ISBN: 9781898660934Paperback 96 pages 240 x 171mm

BESTSELLER

Inshore NavigationTom Cunliff e

Inshore navigation for beginnersThis book will teach you how to navigate simply and safely on short inshore passages.

Tom Cunliff e’s book goes straight to the heart of each topic and concentrates on what the beginner really needs to know when out on the water.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA*Day Skipper^ course

UK £14.99 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95 ISBN: 9780470753897 Paperback 240 x 170mm

ALSO AVAILABLE

See pages 23 and 25 for more information


33

Radar and Communications

Essential Boat RadarBill Johnson

Introduction to the technology, a basic, training manual in its use and a guide to purchase and installation.Practical guide to what a radar can do, from choosing the best one for you to understanding the various confusions that the picture can present.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Radar Course


Marine SSB OperationA Small Guide To Ocean Yacht CommunicationsJ. Michael Gale

This book is the complete guide to SSBIt explains how SSB works, how to choose and install your set, how to operate it and get your operator’s qualifi cation.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this book for the RYA* Marine Radio Shortrange Certifi cate


NEW

VHF Afl oat 3rd EditionSara Hopkinson

How to obtain your radio license and operate a VHF radio set on your yacht or motorboatLearn how to use a VHF radio on your boat. Covers licensing the boat and the operator, then takes you through each type of call, and its ‘standard procedure’. You can also call using Digital Selective Calling (DSC) and the book has photo sequences of how to do this.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the Marine Radio Short Range Certifi cate

UK £11.99 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95ISBN: 9780470758588 Paperback 80 pages 240mm x 170mm

ALSO AVAILABLE

See pages 25 for information


34

Racing

BESTSELLER

Be Your Own Sailing CoachJon Emmett

The tools and techniques you need to winThis is the book you need to win. Jon Emmett shows you how to break racing down into 12 key topics and how to highlight your own strengths and weaknesses for each. It goes on to cover goal setting and the action plans needed to achieve these. Incorporates essential tips from high profi le successful Olympic racers Paul Goodison and Joe Glanfi eld and their approach to each of the key skills.

UK £14.99 • US $22.95 • CAN $27.95ISBN: 978047031929196 pages 240 x 171mm

Catamaran RacingKim Furniss, Sarah Powell

Illustrated with photo-sequences of all the popular classes this is the book to take both helm and crew to championship standardYou will learn how to set realistic goals, how to make your boat the fastest on the water, and how to outsail and outmanoeuvre the opposition. And every point is fully illustrated with photo sequences of the authors in action - so you can see how it’s done. Covers speed techniques, race tactics and tuning the rig for peak performance.

U K£12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95ISBN: 9780906754900Paperback 96 pages 240 x 171mm

Helming to WinIan Pinnell, Lawrie Smith

Two former Yachtsmen of the Year explain how to steer a boat to win Two of the fastest sailors in the world explain how to tune the rig and set the sails. They look at each point of sailing and explain how to make the boat fl y! - in all windstrengths and in all sea conditions. The race itself is analysed, from starting techniques to picking the best end of the fi nish line. Covers twin-wiring and asymmetric spinnakers plus putting together a campaign - time management, attitude, boat preparation and feel.


High Performance RacingJohn Merricks, Ian Walker

Your guide to sailing skiff s and high-performance dinghiesIn this book the authors pass on the knowledge and secrets that have helped them achieve such outstanding results in the traditional classes (such as the 470) and the new fl ying machines. Their clear thinking will enable you, too, to master your boat...and the competition. Includes preparation (boat, foils, mast, sails, body and mind), boathandling, boatspeed, racing strategies and planning for success.



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Racing

Jib TrimmingAn Illustrated GuideFelix Marks

Demystifi es jib trimmingJib Trimming - An Illustrated Guide uses plain language and crystal-clear diagrams and photos to teach the concepts and show the sailor exactly what to do. There is no other book this specifi c – or this useful!


Keelboat and Sportsboat RacingGlyn Charles

How to go fast in conventional keelboats and sportsboatsFormer Olympic Star Class helmsman explains all. Includes: Advice on rig tuning • How to use all-purpose sails across the full wind range • How to sail fast in a straight line • How to use waves • Tacking and gybing properly • How to handle a spinnaker.


BESTSELLER

The Laser Campaign ManualBen Ainslie

Ben Ainslie, Olympic gold medallist shares his laser sailing secretsBeautifully illustrated with colour photo sequences of Ainslie in action. This book also features an accompanying website with footage of Ben demonstrating every manoeuvre from starting, tacking upwind to downwind technique.


Navigation Strategy and TacticsStuart Quarrie

Navigate a racing yacht, using traditional methods and electronic aidsAnyone who is interested in navigation or tactics should have a copy whether or not they are ‘the navigator’ on a yacht. Although aimed primarily at the racing yachtsman, there is plenty which is applicable to the cruising sailor, especially the areas dealing with overall strategy and planning which are just as relevant whether cruising or racing.



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Racing

Laser RacingEd Baird

Essential reading for all Laser sailors who want to win in this highly competitive classTop US racer Ed Baird explains in words and pictures how to prepare your boat, practice your boat handling skills and how to sail the race itself. Ed gives invaluable advice on line and gate starts, handling the Laser upwind in waves, adjusting the vang, gybing in heavy air, plus insights into the psychology of winning a series.


Mainsail TrimmingAn Illustrated GuideFelix Marks

An illustrated guide to successful mainsail trimming for power and acceleration on a yacht or a dinghyMainsail Trimming explains everything you need to know about fi ne mainsail control without blinding you with science. Sailing terminology has been reduced to the bare minimum and the book is concerned only with making your boat go as fast as possible. Written in plain language with crystal-clear diagrams and photos this book teaches the concepts and shows you exactly what to do.

UK £12.99 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95ISBN: 978047051650896 pages 240 x 171mm

Mental and Physical Fitness for SailingAlan Beggs, John Derbyshire, John Whitmore

Learn the mental and physical fi tness secrets of world class sailors This book describes the psychological strategies the world class sailors use to set goals, manage stress and build confi dence. Part 3 contains photo sequences of sailing-specifi c exercises that can be used to build an individual training programme.


Optimist RacingPhil Slater

The complete guide to rigging, sailing and racing an Optimist This book describes all the latest rigging and sailing techniques. This book is endorsed by the Optimist Association and is used by most Optimist coaches as their textbook.

UK £12.95 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95



37

Racing

Race TrainingRick White

Learn and practice these racing drills to become a faster, better and smarter sailorThe drills apply to all types of boat - monohulls, multihulls and sailboards. The equipment needed is minimal - the only thing you really need is the desire to improve your performance. Each section has pre-thoughts on what you’re trying to achieve, followed by carefully designed drills.


NEW

Racing Rules Companion 2009 – 2012Bryan Willis

For more information about this title see page 24

Racing CrewMalcolm McKeag, Bill Edgerton

How to perform all the crewing jobs - safely, smartly and fastNewcomers to yacht racing will fi nd the book especially useful. In fact racing crew will give everyone the confi dence to join a new crew, perform well - and be asked back! This is the essential handbook for yacht racing crews.


Racing SkipperMike Golding

How shape your team and to winThis book reveals how Golding has got to the top: a gritty combination of determination, clear thinking, personal discipline, rigorous preparation and sound leadership. Covers crews and teams, leadership, training and motivation, selecting the boat and the racing area, tuning foe speed, key manoeuvres, race navigation, instrumentation and electronics and safety



38

Racing

BESTSELLER

RacingA Beginner’s Guide John Caig and Tim Davison

Step-by-step training for dinghy sailors who are ready to start racingThis book assumes the reader can sail and now wants to race. It aims to take them through their fi rst few seasons of racing, to the point where they can win a club race. Each chapter focuses on one key element of sailing: rules, the wind, tactics and spinnakers.

UK £12.99 • US $19.95 • CAN $23.95


BESTSELLER

RiggingDanilo Fabbroni

Rig your boat right – for racing or cruisingCovers every aspect of standing and running rigging on a boat. How to choose and fi t your equipment plus how to tune your rig to achieve better performance. Alternate confi gurations are examined and the bewildering array of lines explained clearly.

UK £14.99 • US $29.95 • CAN $35.95


NEW

The Rules in Practice 2009 – 2012Bryan Willis

Written by the rules expert, this is the defi nitive guide to the new racing rulesGet ahead of the competition with this straight talking and practical guide. It looks at 100 key situations that occur on the racecourse – both championship and club racing. Covers each situation from the helmsman’s viewpoint, summarising what each boat may, must, or cannot do. Applies to yachts, dinghies and windsurfers.


SailpowerLawrie Smith, Andrew Preece

The science of speedLawrie Smith and Andrew Preece are two of the fastest sailors in the business, what makes them so fast? We asked them, and their answers from the text of this book. They identify the key elements of boat speed, explain the theory of each - so you understand what you’re trying to do - then show you how to use your new knowledge to sail blisteringly fast.



39

Racing

BESTSELLER

Sail and Rig TuningIvar Dedekam

“I recommend this book to everyone”

Sailing Today

This beautifully illustrated and well-organised book shows the reader how to trim their sails and rig for maximum performance. Ivar Dedekam’s revolutionary approach to sail and rig tuning tackles the practical and realistic elements of tuning your boat as well as the theory of sail aerodynamics. The book covers the many variations in boat, sail and rig design.


Sails for RacingJohn Heyes

High on the beat. Low on the run. Fast on the reachThis book shows you how to develop sails that match your rig. There are sections on how sails work and how to trim them on every point of sailing. A faultfi nder chapter shows how to cure all the common problems, and a section on asymmetrics shows how to handle this new breed of kite.


The Secrets of Sailboat RacingMark Chisnell, Neal McDonald

180 secrets to put you at the front of the fl eetThese are the lessons the authors have learnt in their extensive and successful racing careers. This book is the answer - follow the rules and win!


TacticsRodney Pattisson, Timothy Davison, Tim Hore

Out-manoeuvre the rest of the fl eet! Tactics splits up racing into its key decision-making stages, from pre-start to fi nish. Rodney Pattisson evaluates the option at each stage and shows how to choose the best plan of action. He then details the boat-to-boat tactics needed to carry that plan out - even in a highly competitive fl eet.



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Racing

Team Racing for SailboatsSteve Tylecote

Tactics for team racingTeam Racing is a sailing match between two teams with 3 boats in each team. It is a sport in its own right, is fun, and is an excellent way to improve your boathandling and tactics in other forms of racing. The tactics are very interesting - rather like chess at sea. The manoeuvres are fi erce.

This book describes those tactics and the way the rules that infl uence them.


Tuning Yachts and Small KeelboatsLawrie Smith

How to make your boat the fastest on the waterLawrie Smith advises on how to adjust mast and sails for maximum boatspeed. This book features a step-by-step guide to setting up fractional and masthead rigs, adjusting rig controls for the condition of the moment, how to trim sails for maximum effi ciency on every point of sailing.


Tides and CurrentsDavid Arnold

Understand tides and currents for racing succesThis book explains clearly how to fi nd out about the predicted water fl ow, how local eff ects will modify it, and how to plan your strategy on an Olympic triangle, an inshore course or an off shore race.


Wind StrategyDavid Houghton, Fiona Campbell

The defi nitive book on wind for racing sailors worldwideThis book contains easy-to-understand conceptual models of wind behaviour. So that wherever you are it trains you to recognise what the wind is doing and why. It also includes detailed wind analysis of the world’s most popular venues.

UK £14.95 • US $22.95 • CAN $27.95



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AVAILABLE AUTUMN 2009

Ultimate Diving Adventures100 Extraordinary Experiences UnderwaterLen Deeley & Karen Gargani

Discover the world’s greatest divesShowcasing the fi nest dives around the globe, from the frogfi sh and pygmy seahorses to be found on the famous muck dives in the Lembeh Strait, to dramatic wrecks such as Thistlegorm and Lusitania.

Every dive includes a regional and a detailed map, an introduction to the region, the geography, the history and the culture along with essential detail on travel, health accommodation and facilities. Key species and major features on every dive are illustrated with stunning photographs.

UK £20.00 • USD $39.95 • CAN $47.95ISBN: 9780470744925 Paperback 256 pages 255 x 196mm

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Other Watersports

Open Canoe TechniqueNigel Foster

Head for the wilds!This book will have you afl oat in no time, making the canoe do what you want. It shows you a variety of paddling techniques, how to rescue (and be rescued), even how to roll. Finally, when you’re ready to go head for the wilds, you’ll learn about fast fl owing rivers, portaging from lake to lake, poling, camping and sailing. It uses clear, straightforward language and is packed with stunning action photography.

UK £9.95 (This title is not available to purchase from Wiley in the USA or Canada)ISBN: 9781898660262Paperback 96 pages 240 x 171mm

NEW EDITION

Surfi ngA Beginner’s Guide 2nd EditionAlf Alderson

Catch your fi rst wave this weekend Learn where to surf, when to surf and how to surf safely. Full colour, sequential photos of professional surfers, plus easy to follow instructions, show you exactly what to do – and inspire you to get it right.

UK £12.99 • US $22.95 • CAN $27.95


NEW EDITION

Surf UKAlf Alderson

Discover the hidden places that make the UK a surfi ng paradiseSurf UK is the ultimate guide to Britain’s surf beaches – with insider tips and advice from locals. Clear maps show you where to fi nd the best breaks –plus details about the beach including access, facilities and accommodation.

UK £14.99 • US $24.95 • CAN $29.95ISBN: 9780470516539 Paperback 160pages 197 x 152mm



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KayakingA Beginner’s GuideNigel Foster, Julia Claxton The book is endorsed by the British Canoe Union and features advice on getting started, equipment, launching, how to control the boat, basic manoeuvres, what to do if you capsize, the Eskimo roll and rescue procedures.

UK £8.99 • US $12.95 • CAN $15.99


Canal and River CruisingSheila DavenportA guide to cruising Britain’s inland waterways in a narrowboat or cabin cruiser.

Produced in collaboration with The Inland Waterways Association, this is guide to the practical aspects of cruising canals and navigable rivers. Includes advice on what sort of boat to use, how to handle and maintain the boat, how to manoeuvre through locks, tunnels and swing bridges and issues to consider when buying your own boat.


Other Watersports

BEST SELLER

Kitesurfi ngKristin Boese, Christian Spreckels

Leap for your life and discover the thrills of kitesurfi ng!Written by three-time world champion Kristin Boese and packed with over 500 photographs, this book starts with the basics and then moves onto more advanced tricks. Every manoeuvre is broken down and clearly show in stunning, step-by-step photographs.

UK £19.99 • US $39.95 • CAN $47.95



AVAILABLE SUMMER 2009

Kitesurfi ng in the WavesKristin Boese

Experience bigger waves, longer rides and better tricks!Hundreds of dramatic step-by-step action photographs take you into the surf and introduces you to basic tricks like the cut back and olly, before moving on to more advanced tricks like riding a barrel.

Kitesurfi ng in the Waves explains the equipment, how to stay safe on the water, weather patterns and wave creation before you are introduced to over 50 extreme tricks.Takes the rider from their fi rst experience in the waves to the biggest barrels.


Weather

Weather at SeaDavid HoughtonThis book clearly explains the basic principals that govern the weather. The concepts have been made easy to understand, letting you get the most from weather maps and forecasts, along with teaching you to predict the weather.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA* Day Skipper^ and Yachtmaster* courses


Weather CompanionTim Bartlett


The Sailor’s Book of the WeatherSimon Keeling

Takes the confusion out of the forecasts and helps you answer, ‘Why is that happening?’How to forecast –and make the most of available information. Dozens of illustrations explain concepts and photographs to show weather systems in action and make the science accessible.

COURSEBOOK

Wiley Nautical recommends this title for the RYA*Day Skipper^


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Waterproof NotebookExactly what it says!This waterproof notebook is ideal for sailing, canoeing, diving, hiking, orienteering and is even useful on the golf course! If you write with a pencil or chinagraph the pages can be re-used. It is spiral bound to be fl at and small enough to fi t in the pocket


Cruising Under Power LogbookBryan WillisThe fi rst cruising logbook for navigators of powerboats. This book is suitable for both planning and displacement craft. It also doubles as a Visitors’ Book.


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Logbook for Cruising Under Sail This is a modern sailor’s logbook. Fun to use and designed to last a full season. Allows space for electronic navigation information and for narrative. It also doubles as a visitors’ book.

Hardback UK £14.99 • US $22.95 • CAN $27.95ISBN: 978047074684496 pages 297 x 177mm

Paperback UK £9.95 • US $14.95 • CAN $23.99 ISBN: 978189866035496 pages 297 x 177mm

Logbook for GPS NavigationBill AndersonThe page layout of this logbook has been designed for clear entry of GPS positions and waypoints. The left-hand spread is for passage planning and the right-hand spread is for plotting positions on passage. There is also space to include narrative.


Notebooks and Logbooks


Praise for Wiley NauticalSurf UK (3rd edition)“…a defi nitive guide to UK surf beaches.” (Carve Surfi ng Magazine)

The Boating Handbook“If you know someone who’s thinking about getting into boating it would be a nice gift”. (Sailing Today Magazine)

Surfi ng: A Beginner’s Guide (2nd edition)“This is just the book for anyone wanting to get into surfi ng...a fi ne combination of authoritative explication and practical know-how.” (Times Online)

Solent Cruising Companion (2nd edition) West Country Cruising Companion (7th edition)“These wonderful cruising companions contain a wealth of practical pilotage and cruising information, along with a look at local history...” (Boat Mart Magazine)

Inshore Navigation (2nd edition) “All the essential concepts are covered and you’ll quickly learn…uses straightforward explanations and clear illustrations….” (Yachting Monthly)

Croatia Cruising Companion“I wouldn’t take the risk of this book not being onboard. Buy it, and take it with you!” (Practical Boat Owner)

The Mirror Book“the ultimate – and amazingly, the only – Mirror technique guide…covers every facet of the class..with step-by-step photography”. (Yachts and Yachting Magazine)

Kitesurfi ng – The Complete Guide“Every trick is illustrated with a photo sequence…something that we haven’t seen outside of magazines before, and works really well”. (Kiteworld magazine)

Pencil, Paper And Stars“An important book of reference.” (Practical Boat Owner Magazine)

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