Competent Crew: An Introduction to the Practice and Theory of Sailing

by PatLangley-Price (Author), PhilipOuvry (Author), PhilipOuvry (Author), PatLangley-Price (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1985

  $7.77

• Used

  Paperback
  2000

  $6.74

  This volume covers both the shorebased and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It explains all aspects of boatwork including: sail trimming and sail handling; understanding the compass and sailing a course; introduction to meteorology; anchoring and mooring; ropework; handling safety equipment; emergency procedures; and simple collision rules.