{"product_id":"the-complete-day-skipper-7th-edition-skippering-with-confidence-right-from-the-start-hardcover","title":"The Complete Day Skipper 7th Edition: Skippering with Confidence Right from the Start - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTom Cunliffe\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA practical, hands-on manual covering the entire Day Skipper syllabus in a step-by-step learning system designed to get you straight on the water.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs one of Britain's best-known instructors and writers on seamanship, Tom Cunliffe understands the concerns and anxieties of first-time skippers better than most. In this 7th edition of his highly successful manual, he provides the perfect blend of advice, instruction, inspiration and encouragement to support their growing experience at sea. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTaking the RYA syllabus as a framework, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Day Skipper\u003c\/i\u003e begins with yacht handling under power, moves on to boat husbandry and sailing skills, then goes on to explore navigation, from steering clear of trouble near home to the practical use of modern electronic navigation systems. Key features include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- An at-sea, hands-on approach infused with helpful tips and common sense\u003cbr\u003e- A step-by-step learning system designed to get you straight on to the water\u003cbr\u003e- Essential, real-life navigation that wholeheartedly embraces GPS \u003cbr\u003e- Cunliffe's unique emphasis on fuss-free cruising \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis 7th edition features updated and expanded sections on navigation, weather forecasting, sails and electronic chart plotters, along with new photographs. Easy to read and down to earth, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Day Skipper \u003c\/i\u003eis a friendly hand on the shoulder for both novice skippers and more experienced sailors who choose not to venture far afield.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Cunliffe\u003c\/b\u003e has become a household name as a sailor, TV presenter and Yachtmaster Instructor Examiner. Years of teaching offshore at the National Sailing Centre have given him a remarkable knack for explaining how skippering can be low-stress, safe and, above all, fun. Cruising remains Tom Cunliffe's passion. He currently owns a classic 44-foot cutter, and has sailed his yachts with friends and family from the Caribbean to Russia and from Brazil to the Arctic. When not sailing or working, he grows roses and rides a large motorcycle. His website is www.tomcunliffe.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.9 x 7.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 23, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51764180517152,"sku":"9781399406093","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/e057e88bfb3467a51deb0030ecc52a62.webp?v=1780244976","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-complete-day-skipper-7th-edition-skippering-with-confidence-right-from-the-start-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}