Motor Boats

G13 RYA Powerboat Handbook. Suitable for powerboaters this title covers the syllabus of the RYA Powerboating Scheme with easy-to-follow text- photographs and diagrams. It provides important information to all those thinking of going to sea.

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PB2 RYA Racing Circuit Handbook. An introduction to the sport and a useful source of general information for officials and competitors

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G48 RYA Start Powerboating. This book is suitable for accompanying the RYA Powerboat Scheme- covering navigation- theory- safety and seamanship. It also includes RYA Powerboat certificates.

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The Powerboaters Guide. Publisher Adlard Coles Nautical. Author Mosenthal. B & Mortimer. R. ISBN 9780713675696. Part Number SLG0003


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Getting Started in Powerboating. This is a good basic primer in choosing a powerboat (he considers anything from 16 feet to 60 feet) learning to handle it in dock and at sea. All the various drive systems are discussed and different hull types considered. For anyone new to powerboating this would be a good read before they part with their cash on a vessel. B/w Stills. PB. 220pp.

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Fast Powerboat Seamanship The Complete Guide to Boat Handling Navigation and Safety. In Fast Powerboat Seamanship, one of the worlds leading authorities on high-speed piloting and navigation shows you how to operate any fast boat for maximum thrill at minimum risk. Dag Pike describes the effects of hull design on performance and gives you a better understanding of how your boat is built. He explains how fast boats respond under a variety of conditions and he walks you through everything you need to know about engines- propulsion systems- trim tabs and the other controls that give you complete command of your craft. Pike provides a step-by-step tutorial in the techniques of fast-boat driving and spells out the measures you can take to ensure comfort and safety for yourself and your passengers. He also explores the things you need to know about the sea itself: how waves are generated- how they move and how to assess and adjust to changing conditions on the water. You will learn how to adapt to the faster pace of events at 25 to 100 knots- navigate at high speed- and control a high-speed turn. You will also learn techniques for avoiding collisions- operating in extreme weather and much more.

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Boat Handling Under Power - Captains Quick Guides. When questions arise theres no time to search through an exhaustive manual. The Captains Quick Guides provide all the answers--fast. Based on the worlds largest boating library this laminated Quick Guide presents 14 color panels of authoritative concise information on boat handling under power designed for onboard quick reference.

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Sorensens Guide To Powerboats. Sorensens Guide to Powerboats schools readers in the principles of powerboat design- construction and performance. It acquaints readers with all the major powerboat types over 20 feet explaining what each type does well or poorly and what to look for in each. Also includes more than 100 rigorous unbiased technical reviews of new and used boat models and shorter reviews of 200 more.

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All About Powerboats. Whats the difference between a deep-vee hull and a modified vee? A planing hull and a displacement hull? Find the answers to these and scores of other frequently asked questions in All About Powerboats. Writing for any boater seeking a better understanding of modern powerboat design and handling author Roger Marshall provides a well-illustrated clear introduction to small powerboats (18 to 30 feet long) from the perspective of use. His practical advice on hull shape- engines- construction methods- steering systems- comfort- and safety gives todays boaters a thorough grounding in powerboat selection use and lore.

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Powerboat Handling Illustrated. Publisher McGraw Hill. ISBN 0071468811. Part Number SLG0021


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Outboard Boaters Handbook. This comprehensive manual shows you how to go places and do things you never thought possible in a small outboard motorboat. A well designed ruggedly built 17-footer for instance- can fish offshore- circumnavigate Lake Superior and crisscross the continent on inland waterways or on a trailer pulled by the family car. Small outboards are among the most versatile boats ever developed and are far more able than you might expect. Covered here are all the popular types--and some exciting alternatives as well as methods that may change your entire boating outlook.

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Motorboating 3rd edition. A complete guide to handling- navigating and maintaining a motor cruiser. This book is essential reading for anyone new to cruising under power. It describes how to choose a boat and maintain it (there is an extensive photo-essay on diesel engine maintenance and troubleshooting). Navigation particularly using GPS is fully covered as are VHF radio techniques and the Rule of the Road. Major sections deal with boat handling- weather and passage making. The whole book is beautifully illustrated with specially taken colour photos and photo-sequences. This 3rd edition also contains information on both British and American boats. PB 128pg.

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Powerboaters Guide to Electrical Systems. Publisher McGraw Hill. ISBN 9780071485500. Part Number SLG0398


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Powerboating: RIBS/Sportsboat HB. This book deals with any powered craft up to 30 ft long especially RIBS and Sportsboats. It explains how to look after your boat and its engine- launch and manoeuvre- navigate and get home safely. Lots of photos and diagrams in full colour . Pb. 128pp.

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Powerboating Companion. A powerboat is a craft that incorporates an engine. (About 90% of all boats) This book is the definitive small version of Peter Whites Powerboating - The RIB and Sportsboat Handbook. (11000 copies sold to date - Sept 06) It features the essential basic information and is a great revision aid. This clear fully illustrated guide features: Coverage of RIBs (rigid inflatable boats). 14000 new RIBs launched in the UK alone every year? Launching- Knots- Speed- Essential manoeuvres such as man-overboard- mooring and anchoring.

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