by Pat Langley-Price (Author)
Competent Crew covers both the shorebased and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It will prepare for their first time afloat by explaining basic sea skills and boat handling including: * sail trimming and sail handling * understanding the compass and sailing a course * anchoring and mooring * ropework * handling safety equipment * emergency procedures * simple collision rules * elementary meteorology. Ideal for the beginner, Competent Crew also includes a comprehensive glossary, clear explanatory diagrams in 2 colours, the syllabus of the RYA Competent Crew course and self-testing questions and answers. It will prove invaluable for novice sailors and those embarking on this first level RYA course. 'This is just what the crew member needs to digest before he sets foot on board' Yachting Monthly 'Very definitely an invaluable textbook for anyone starting off' Sailing
Format: Paperback
Pages: 208
Edition: 4th ed
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 16 Aug 2004
ISBN 10: 0713670894
ISBN 13: 9780713670899
Book Overview: The bestselling instruction book for the entry level RYA course Covers the entire RYA Competent Crew syllabus (practical and shorebased) in one volume Clear, concise diagrams, now in 2 colour, and an extended glossary From the bestelling authors of the Adlard Coles RYA course textbooks Has been a boon to many thousands of novice crew since first publication