 Prepared by the recognized expert and well known powerboater, the present publication will be of great practical use for the people intending to sell their boat. The author has provided numerous real tips and instructions which, when duly followed, will eventually result in the bargain that would satisfy both parties and let you save your time and, of course, money.
Most people think of the process as just putting the advertisement in the newspaper with a good photo and technical characteristics of the boat; however, it is never that simple. In order to reach better results, you will need to do everything properly. First of all, due attention shall be paid to the preparation of the asset for sale, bringing all of the associated papers in order, and thinking about the appropriate and reasonable pricing.
Then it would make sense to think about placing some ads and prepare yourself for the negotiations with the prospective buyers. In short, the content of the present title will help anyone in need to sell the boat quickly and for the best possible price. It shall be noted, however, that the potential buyers will also be interested in the above items and will go through the volume very carefully, preparing themselves for the bargain.
 This is another valuable publication designed specifically for the owners of the boats and yachts who want to make some improvements to the existing arrangement of their craft in order to reach better performance characteristics and also make it a more comfortable place. The book opens with some general information followed by the chapter on the performance of the hull as well as the propulsion and resistance of the boat, and the basic stability matters.
After that, the sails and rigs, deck and steering arrangements, plumbing and many other aspects are covered. The boat and yacht machinery is dealt with in the separate section of the volume. The main objective of the author was to perform the professional evaluation of the contemporary technology and also to have a close look at each part pf the modern boat design, together with the construction features, control and, of course, seaworthiness.
Every effort was made to examine all available electronic navigation and communication means of today, which contribute to the safety of navigation. Note that the author’s intention was to concentrate on the most important aspects to make sure that none of the vital areas are missed. Make sure you go through the volume carefully.
 This another brilliant book from the author of the “Small Steel Craft – Design, Construction and Maintenance”. The content of the publication is intended to provide valuable step by step instructions for those willing to improve their boats or yachts. All of the tips have been provided with the detailed sketched to make understanding and following them easier.
First of all, the readers are acquainted with the hull construction including the boat framing, keel, strengthening and other important elements; the hull materials are also included here. The deck construction is dealt with in the next chapter together with the hatches and windows. After that, the author proceeds to the boat spars and rigging, and deck gear, cockpits and wheelhouses, including lockers and seats, stowage etc.
The boat engine and hull systems are dealt with in the separate chapter, including the steering arrangements, exhausts, hull piping, shafting, fuel and lubricating oil tanks and other aspects. Finally, the rest of the chapters cover the equipment and tenders, joinery, and fitting out, including the tools, maintenance instructions etc. You will definitely find everything you need in this volume.
 This is a very good book for the yacht and boat owners willing to make improvements to their craft. It is definitely extremely satisfying for the yachtsman to add something to the original construction of the yacht that would improve her qualities. The author of the volume has presented a nice collection of thoroughly selected an detailed instructions, supplemented with the informative sketches for constructing really workable alternatives to the equipment that would otherwise cost huge money.
The effectiveness of all of the tips contained in this book has already been proven since the associated items were tried and, of course, tested in the real life condition before sharing them with the readers. Many of the items dealt with are in the everyday use by many yacht owners. We can say that the information in this volume will be of a real practical interest to the people who like to apply the do-it-your-yourself concept.
Following the instructions given by the author will let them make their yachts and boats more efficient and in some sort unique. It is so practical that one would like to use the tips even if he or she does not possess a yacht right now – the tips are truly universal and this makes the book even more valuable.
 The publication features valuable professional inputs provided by the respected specialists in the yachting history and shall be referred to as the perfect record of the experience accumulated through the decades of sailing. The material has been perfectly distributed by themes. They will definitely enjoy that the volume will make them see the important changes that took place in the past.
The numerous reviews submitted by the sailing enthusiasts from all around the world, all recommend the title. The book was written having specifically in mind those people who do believe that the sailing depends solely on their competence and knowledge, coupled with the practical experience. These people will for sure treat the volume as a very informative reading.
The content of the publication is based on the selected articles published in the world famous Rudder Magazine in the period from 1893 to 1950. The articles are grouped under several sections, namely Winter Reading, The Dream Ships, The Ideal World Cruiser, The Care and Feeding of Yachtsmen, and The Hurrah’s Nest. As mentioned above, the book is therefore highly recommended to all people with the interest in sailing and cruising.
 The enthusiasts of sailing from all around the planet show continuously increasing interest in the so-called "junk", or Chinese, rig. The reason for this is that the rig is much safer and easier for handling. This is particularly truth for smaller crafts and for family/short-handed sailing in open sea and in different weather conditions.
The content of this volume is mainly intended to provide interested readers with a sort of primer book giving them all required and detailed information about the rig. The authors of the book have described the whole process of designing a rig, rigging a boat and sailing.
The volume has been prepared in such way that makes it equally useful for both amateur and professional boat designers. The content is arranged in three major parts. While the first part is focusing on the Chinese rig, the second part of the book is dealing with the rig design.
Finally, the third part provides practical instructions on using the rig. There is some additional information provided in the appendices. This is definitely one of the best volumes on the junk rig reflecting the huge practical experience of the authors. Absolutely recommended publication to all boat owners and designers who will find lots of useful stuff inside.
 The present volume deserves to be treated as a perfect guidebook for the people planning to buy a boat, either a brand new or pre-used one. The author will take the readers through the process step by step to ensure that the correct decision has been eventually made on the type and price of the intended purchase. You will buy a very that boat you really need and become a happy owner.
The author will steer the readers around all the pitfalls awaiting the unexperienced buyer and let them save some money. You will buy a yacht that will give you many years of the trouble-free sailing and enjoyment. We all understand that it is not an easy task to buy a good yacht and the whole process is a sort of a minefield.
The topics covered herein include choosing the boat suited to your needs, where to find a good boat or yacht, how to assess the boat and what questions shall be asked to have a clear picture before you make a purchase. Note that the document also covers the budgeting and insurance aspects as well as the whole range of the paperwork involved. The content is very up to date and full of the color images, numerous useful check sheets and insights provided by the yacht owners, sharing their practical experience.
 Cleaning the boat is not as easy and simple as scrubbing its surface away with a kitchen cleanser since wrong procedures can easily damage your boat or the environment around. The book presented to your attention is not just a stern-to-stem guidance covering literally all aspects of boat detailing and cleaning processes.
It recommends readers both brand-name and quite generic boat hull cleaning and maintenance materials in order to help them make proper selections. The text materials provided in this book are supplemented with a huge number if before-and-after photographs showing readers how to keep their boats looking nice and protect their market values, how to achieve best results with minimum possible efforts and using the environmentally safe methods. how to use checklists and data tables to keep the work efficient and duly organized.
The publication will definitely be very helpful for everyone owning a boat, and it makes no difference whether the reader owns a small seventeen-feet console of a large forty-five-feet cabin cruiser. The book starts with the explanation of what the oxidation is and how it affects fiberglass, providing some advice on how to protect the boat's hull from oxidation or remediate if, if already occurred...
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