Water sports & recreations

Reducere. A wonderful celebration of swimming and the effect it has on our lives. Explores every aspect of the popular sport including the secrets of buoyanc...

DescriptionFrom the Bismarck and German U-boat to the Ark Royal and Nimitz-class, this indispensible guide covers all the important warships from t...

Reducere. With over 150 line drawings and photographs, and clear, detailed coursework covering every aspect of beginning sailing--from hoisting sail to docki...

An eclectic mix of surfing tales, with classic tales of monster waves and bitter rivalries among surfing legends to hilarious anecdotes of what goe...

DescriptionIn all, beautifully written and wonderfully inspiring.--The Wall Street Journal Crossing the Atlantic under sail, alone, is a nexus of s...

DescriptionThe wind powers everything a sailor does and this book will help you to understand it. As a result you will be more prepared for your ra...

Reducere. DescriptionMore Small Trimarans ... More Information Sailors and Prospective Boat Builders Want to Know About Today's Production & Homebuilt Small ...

Learn how to design, make, repair, improve, and maintain sails If you want to produce sturdy sails for daysailing and cruising, built of low-tech m...

Reducere. The ship's logbook has been a maritime tradition since ancient times. It is used to document the voyages and movement of the vessel and events that...

Reducere. Long typecast as the hotrods of the sea--fast but dangerous--modern cruising multihulls actually are among the safest and most comfortable cruising...

A complete coaching system for swimmers and triathletes, this is aimed at both fitness and competitive swimmers, and explains what makes a successf...

Reducere. DescriptionPerhaps the title of this book, Bernard Moitessier's first, should have been "Sailing on the Reefs'--for that is exactly what he did, al...

Reducere. DescriptionRigging Modern Anchors demystifies anchoring with today's modern anchors. Through years of systematic testing, Drew Frye has produced a ...

Reducere. Pirates of the Carolinas discusses thirteen of the most intriguing buccaneers in the history of piracy, including Henry Avery, Anne Bonny, Mary Rea...

The best cruises to take across the modern cruising industry, ideal for newcomers and veterans of cruise holidays.

Reducere. In 1968, nine sailors set off on the most daring race ever held: to single-handedly circumnavigate the globe nonstop. It was a feat that had never ...

Fully revised and expanded 2nd edition of this influential guide to wild swimming locations in Britain. Featuring the same combination of photograp...

Blends natural science, myth, folklore and the history of travel to introduce the reader to the rare and ancient art of finding your way using natu...

DescriptionIf you have ever dreamed of sailing a small boat a long distance on a low budget, then this is the book for you. Nor should age be a bar...

Reducere. Sterling Hayden was at the peak of his earning power as a star when he suddenly quit. He walked out on Hollywood, walked out of a shattered marriag...

Redescopera farmecul lecturii si alege-ti de pe elefant.ro carti in limba engleza scrise de autori consacrati. Iti punem la dispozitie sute de mii ...

Reducere. A new edition of the essential go-to guide to sailing and boat maintenance, perfect for all levels of experienceThe only sailing manual you will ev...

DescriptionThe Book of Outdoor Knots is a meticulously illustrated handbook that describes 70 of the most common knots for the outdoors, showing in...

Reducere. DescriptionA beautifully, uniquely illustrated nautical guide to how to trim your sails and rig for maximum performance. With a revolutionary appro...

Reducere. The best-selling authoritative resource returns updated and better than ever. Scuba Diving, Fifth Edition, is the most up-to-date resource for expe...

Reducere. DescriptionRetire early, sell everything, buy a boat 4, 000 miles away and sail around the world. What could go wrong? Meet Glen and Julie, sailors...

Reducere. Despite the proliferation of electronic navigational devices, celestial navigation remains an essential tool for those who do not wish to be caught...

An important book, and a classic tale. One of the original great adventures, told in a way that makes readers feel the wind and seaspray on their s...

Reducere. This is a book on how to design, build, and fly hydrofoil boats. It begins with the history and theory of hydrofoils, and continues with an explana...

Reducere. Since its publication in 1963, Sterling Hayden's autobiography, Wanderer, has been surrounded by controversy. The author was at the peak of his ear...

DescriptionThe fourth edition of this established and popular text analyses the elements and forces which contribute to maritime meteorology and th...

Though contemporary sailors generally use electronic systems to orient themselves, the sextant is far from redundant. This purest of all nautical i...

The twelve fundamental elements of successful sailing from a gold medal winning coach and sailor with detailed analysis, challenging exercises and ...

Publisher: Royal Yachting AssociationAuthor(s): Paul GlatzelNumber of pages: 192Publication date: 2014Dimensions: 245 x 171 x 12Cover type: Paperba...

Reducere. Make the U.S. Coast Guard your first mate The Small-Boat Seamanship Manual contains all the information found in the Coast Guard's official 1, 200-...

Reducere. Prepare to peek into the mind of a champion, known as the most decorated Olympian of all time with 28 medals, including 23 gold, with this newly up...

Reducere. This is a "how-to" book, packed with information to help you go beachcruising and/or coastal camping, no matter what your level of expertise may be...

DescriptionAre you thinking of making a single-handed passage? Are you wondering if your boat is suitable? This title on single-handed sailing exam...

Reducere. Earning a captain's license just got easierWhether you are an avid boater seeking to improve your seamanship and get a discount on boat insurance o...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: Mike PariseThe original and still most detailed guide book for surfers heading to Mexico's surf-packed Baja peninsula. This...

Publisher: Royal Yachting AssociationNumber of pages: 110Publication date: 2014Dimensions: 179 x 211 x 8Cover type: Paperback / softbackRedescopera...

Reducere. DescriptionWritten primarily for the beginner, the book first gives directions for the use of tools, and suggestions for material and other equipme...

Reducere. DescriptionToday, yachts are often equipped with radar, GPS, chart plotters, AIS, etc. This equipment has also become much more reliable, making it...

A sea-faring prequel to Driving Over Lemons, which made the HB bestseller list in May. 'It is easy to enthuse about the simple pleasures of life, b...

Aimed at surfers of all ages and abilities, Advanced Surf Fitness for High Performance Surfing offers a complete training package designed to take ...

Reducere. From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge and secrets every sailor needsPeter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed i...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: Linda GreenlawTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER--NOW AVAILABLE IN PAPERBACK Known to millions of readers of The Perfect Storm a...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: Doug PetersonSpearfishing: How to Get Started - This book is a MUST for anyone who is curious about the sport of spearfishi...

Reducere. DescriptionAmerica's Cup: Trials & Triumphs is a concise history of some of the most interesting of the international struggles for possession of t...

Reducere. In early 1968, desperate entrepreneur Donald Crowhurst was trying to sell a nautical navigation device he had developed when he saw that the Sunday...

Publisher: Royal Yachting AssociationNumber of pages: 152Publication date: 2014Dimensions: 243 x 171 x 13Cover type: Paperback / softbackRedescoper...

DescriptionIn view of the sky-high purchase and ownership costs of today's large yachts, more and more people are opting to cruise in smaller boats...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: John N. HeineThis newly updated and revised second edition of John Heine's Scientific Diving Techniques covers the details ...

Reducere. A simplified tutorial on how to do beginner and advanced Celestial Navigation sights and fixes. Illustrated with examples and marked tables to make...

Publisher: Royal Yachting AssociationAuthor(s): Royal Yachting AssociationNumber of pages: 125Publication date: 2014Dimensions: 149 x 209 x 6Cover ...

This guide provides yoga teachers, therapists and rehab professionals with the skills required to create an inclusive, accessible aqua yoga environ...

DescriptionAn indispensable myth-busting guide to the reality of navigation. All boaters, whether under sail or under power, need to be able to nav...

Reducere. This impressive book shows the process of constructing a boat hull with extensive photographs and drawings and includes ample time-saving procedure...

Reducere. About the Manual Celestial Navigation Exercises for Class and Home Study was designed to facilitate the work of instructors using the free PowerPoi...

The modern cruising catamaran has arrived The arguments are over and the verdict is in--cruising catamarans comprise a rapidly growing percentage o...

In a book that is sure to become a classic, internationally respected boatbuilder, yacht manager, and delivery skipper Bill Seifert shares his hard...

Reducere. Nathaniel G. Herreshoff was the greatest yacht and marine designer and builder this country has ever produced. Captain Nat Herreshoff is credited w...

Publisher: Royal Yachting AssociationAuthor(s): Keith ColwellNumber of pages: 192Publication date: 2014Dimensions: 245 x 173 x 16Cover type: Paperb...

Reducere. 32 classic big wave surfing stories from the sport's pioneers John Long's classic collection of big wave surfing stories heralded a new era in surf...

Reducere. DescriptionTwenty-one riveting stories and illustrations about ships that met their end in the treacherous waters of the Great Lakes, such as: Brit...

Reducere. A Cruising Guide to Puerto Rico, 3rd Ed including the Spanish Virgin Islands and the north coast ports of the Dominican Republic: is the most compr...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: Jill HeinerthCave diving has been called the "most dangerous participatory sport" in the world. It doesn't have to be. With...

'This is the story of a happy boat, or so it seems to me...' A fascinating story of a charming boat, Something About Navigator explores the develop...

Reducere. The definitive guide to the Laser. The Complete Book of Laser Sailing is the most comprehensive book about successfully sailing and racing this pop...

DescriptionToday, yachts are often equipped with electrical windlasses, autopilot, bow thrusters, etc. This equipment has also become much more rel...