Download or read book Chapman Knots for Boaters written by Brion Toss and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This classic reference from one of America's best-known knot authorities and professional riggers is as indispensable as ever. Whether you want to tie lines together, lash oars in place, attach a sail to a boom, or extend a towing line, the right knot is here, along with variations for specific conditions.
Download or read book Chapman Essential Marine Knots written by Dominique Le Brun and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is every important knot that a boater will need, exquisitely illustrated in a stay-open spiral-bound book. Starting with a fascinating history of rope and its nautical uses, the guide contains pictures of traditional ties and loops, information on all types of cord, and a glossary. It describes and explains forty knots in detail, showing each stage of the looping, complete with additional background on each knot and details about what task it can handle. As always, Chapman gives boaters an eminently practical guide.
Download or read book The Chapman Deck of Essential Knots written by Pat Piper and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The knots are classified by their use and color-coded into sections: hitches (tying onto something); bends (tying onto another line); stopper (tying a line so it doesn't run through hardware on a boat); special use (throwing a line-decorative finishes). The deck also explains the parts of a knot-the standing end, the working end, and the bitter end-and the basics of coiling line.
Download or read book Knots written by Brion Toss and published by Hearst Communications. This book was released on 2003-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete, comprehensive, and useful book devoted to nautical knots. Well-known rigger Brion Toss covers more than 100 knots, describing for each its uses, advantages, and disadvantages, and explaining in simple, step-by-step, fully illustrated instructions how to tie it. Illustrated.
Download or read book Knots written by Brion Toss and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 1990-01-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete, comprehensive, and useful book devoted to nautical knots. Well-known rigger Brion Toss covers more than 100 knots, describing for each its uses, advantages, and disadvantages, and explaining in simple, step-by-step, fully illustrated instructions how to tie it. Illustrated.
Download or read book Chapman Piloting Seamanship 69th Edition written by Chapman and published by Hearst Home & Hearst Home Kids. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 922 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapman is the foundation reference for all boaters and sailors with essential information on boat handing and seamanship skills on coast and inland waters. With three million copies sold, Chapman Piloting & Seamanship is the one comprehensive resource boaters at all levels of experience trust for everything they need to know to set out on the water. It addresses the best traditions of seamanship with cutting-edge practices, gear, and technology. Along with 1500 color photos, charts and drawings, this edition includes: Navigating by day or night in any weather Trailerboating Getting underway or returning to a marina or mooring under power or sail Anchoring and weighing anchor Operating a gas or diesel engine—inboard, outboard, or sterndrive Using radar and communicating by radio Sharing the water with other boats Handling lines and making them fast Reading the weather and keeping your crew safe with the latest advice on safety equipment The 4,200-entry index makes it easy to quickly access any topic, and the glossary and source information directs the reader to vital information on weather, tides, and aids to navigation. Used and recommended by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the U.S. Power Squadrons, and other boating educators, Chapman is today—and has been for more than a century—the boating book of record.
Download or read book Chapman Piloting Seamanship written by Elbert S. Maloney and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 948 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With millions of copies sold, this resource has been the leading reference for both power and sail boaters for nearly 100 years. Now this absolutely essential guide is thoroughly updated with all the latest information on federal laws, regulations, and fees.
Download or read book Chapman Boating Etiquette written by Pat Piper and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapman's indispensable "rule book" for boaters-now completely updated and thoroughly revamped, with all-new full color illustrations, a fresh contemporary design, and up-to-date information on boating etiquette. Here is the volume for anyone who wants to know every aspect of boating custom, from displaying pennants to naming conventions to rules on the right of way. It's freshly revised and better than ever, brightened up with great color images. Not a detail is missed: harbor manners, dockside behavior, radio protocol, how to carry out the ship's daily routine, and even what do in a yacht club cruise. While yachting is no longer a formal activity, a mariner's good conduct not only shows consideration for others, but also affects boating safety. By following the Chapman's quality advice, anyone can avoid the dreaded faux pas. Pat Piper is the author of 4 books and a frequent contributor to numerous boating magazines. In addition, he was an Executive Producer on the Larry King Live Show. Queene Hooper Foster is a long time sailor who has taken part in several Bermuda Races. She was one of the first women to be a full member of the New York Yacht Club.
Download or read book Chapman Boater s Handbook written by Elbert S. Maloney and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 2005-04 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most widely respected names in boating creates an indispensable, transportable guide that belongs on every craft. Whatever the situation, it has an easy-to-find answer. Elbert S. "Mack" Maloney authored the huge, all-inclusive, and must-have Chapman Piloting-and now he bring his lifetime of hands-on experience to this highly portable guide. Think of it as a shorter, mini-version of Chapman's landmark volume that's perfect for bringing on the boat. Whether it's dealing with emergencies, complying with safety regulations and government requirements, refreshing your knowledge of seamanship and piloting, reading charts, assessing weather conditions, or just figuring out what flag to fly, this facts-at-your fingertip reference has the answer. Tides and currents, electronics, life on board, maintenance: it's all here, handily arranged for easy look-up. Numerous charts, tables, and line drawings amplify the text; thumb tabs make finding everything a snap; and a wealth of Internet addresses brings this up to the moment.
Download or read book Chapman Piloting Seamanship written by Charles B. Husick and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2009 with total page 932 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Completely updated & revised with new charts, photographs & illustrations"--Jacket.
Download or read book Practical Boating Knots How to Tie the 25 Most Practical Rope Knots and Master Them written by Mark Jonsson and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-10 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to master the most practical knots for boating in this comprehensive step-by-step guide. The practical boating knots book teaches you which knot to use in different situations and illustrates all knots in a comprehensive step-by-step guide with text and color photographs. It is an easy-to-follow guide that will quickly teach the reader how to master the most practical knots. Boat owners can be confident that they have tied the perfect knot and that the boat is well secured to the dock. This knots book is perfect for learning everyday knots and for more experienced readers that wish to discover and know how to master more advanced knots. The book feature sections about how to select, maintain and take care of ropes. How to tie the essential knots such as bowline, clove hitch and sheet bend to the more advanced knots such as anchor hitch, stevedore stopper and rolling hitch. The author of this book has studied hundreds of knots and selected the best and most practical knots to master based on extensive research and sailing experience.All knots in this book have been thoroughly used and tested in real-life situations. You don't need to know hundreds of different knots, just the most practical ones for everyday use . Practical Boating Knots Different types of ropes and which one to select Explanations about common terms and rope care The 25 most useful and practical knots to master When to use a specific knot and its purpose ... and much more Get your copy of the Practical Boating Knots today
Download or read book Sailing Knots written by Alexander Meyer and published by Alexander Meyer. This book was released on with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sailing knots are a fundamental part of a sailing course and of the skipper exam, because on a boat there is always a line that has to be tied somewhere. Or lines have to be tied to each other. For every situation there is a perfectly secure knot, one that is easy to tie and easy to loosen. In this booklet the most important sailor's knots are explained through word and pictures. 75 images show how to tie the nautical knots step by step. This is the optimal preparation for your sailing course and the skipper exam. The following knots are explained: Figure-eight knot; Square knot; Bowline knot; Cleat knot; Clove hitch; Sheet bend; Double Sheet bend; Round turn and two half hitches; Rolling hitch; Cleat with bowline knot. Please download a free sample before you buy the ebook and have a look if your ebook-reader shows all details on the images correctly.
Download or read book Chapman Piloting Seamanship and Small Boat Handling written by Charles F. Chapman and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 1983-04-01 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Chapman 101 Things Every Boater Needs to Know written by Pat Piper and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Before you cast off a dock line, be sure to have '101 things every boater needs to know' onboard. From the publisher of the renowned 'Chapman piloting & seamanship, ' it's filled with tim- and experienced-tested advice that can help you avoid or get out of a jam on the water. There's information on the navigation rules, boating at night, and dealing wiht cross waves and wakes. You'll learn wht to do if the anchor is dragging; your boat runs aground; the engine won't start, overheats, or shuts down; the battery is dead; and the electronics aren't working. Steer clear of problems with tips on maintenance and know how to handle aquatic nuisance species like applenails and zebra mussels. Even emergencies like sudden illness, man overboard, and bad weather are covered in this well-organized, handy-sized guide"--Back cover.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Sailing Seamanship written by Twain Braden and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated sailing guide for beginner and expert alike! The Complete Guide to Sailing& Seamanship is the perfect blend of captivating sea stories and essential, basic instructional methods for anyone yearning to sail. Topics include seamanship and boat handling, anchoring and docking, and history and lore alike. Chapters include: Knots and Lines Sailboat Anatomy Steering & Sailing Lakes, Harbors, and Bays A Look at the Weather Charts & Navigation Anchoring, Mooring, & Berthing Sailing Gear Boat Maintenance Daily Rhythms Seamanship Basics Rules of the Road The Complete Guide to Sailing & Seamanship is enhanced with 100 original hand-drawn images by world-renowned marine illustrator Sam Manning.
Download or read book The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots written by Skyhorse Publishing and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-05-18 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Practical and Visual Guide to the Essentials of Marine Knots! Every good sailor must know the basic knots, indispensable for his safety and life on board in general. This handy little manual offers you the opportunity to master the essentials of knot-tying, with clearly illustrated step-by-step instructions. The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots focuses on 22 vital knots, including: Bowline Figure Eight Knot Cleat Hitch Thief Knot This is a great introduction to the art of seamanship. Its simple and concrete step-by-step instructions will enable you to have a good time and have you tying knots in no time. The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots is a great introduction to ropework and a seaman's essential companion; make it yours, too!
Download or read book 50 Knots You Need to Know written by Marty Allen and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2015-04-09 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential rope-and-string tying advice for the nerdily inclined. Includes two lengths of rope to help you practice tying knots. Attention all nerds, put down that laptop and pick up this brilliant guide to tying 50 must-know knots. If you're unaware of the difference between a Cow Hitch and a Marlinspike Hoop or a Running Bowline and a Square Lashing, all will be revealed in "50 Knots You Need to Know." Packed with step-by-step instructions, discover how to tie knots to get you through any situation, whether it's nautical knots for sailing adventures or shanks and hitches for camping or climbing weekends. You will learn simple knot-making techniques that can be used for all your nerdly pursuits. And once you've graduated from the easy stuff you can move on to the more serious examples, such as a make-shift rope halter to you can use to tame a wild beast or strong knots for securing and tying things together. Also included are a couple of pieces of rope, so you can start tying knows right away. But be warned, it's VERY addictive!
