{"product_id":"nigel-calders-cruising-handbook-a-compendium-for-coastal-a","title":"Nigel Calder's Cruising Handbook: A Compendium for Coastal a","description":"\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0071350993\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calder, Nigel\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e new\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe most comprehensive and helpful guide ever written for selecting and equipping a cruising sailboatWhether youre a coastal or offshore cruiser, youll find your most pressing concerns treated with the know-how that makes for skillful, confident cruising in Nigel Calders Cruising Handbook. The author -- one of the most respected marine how-to authors on either side of the Atlantic, and author of the universally admired Boatowner's Mechanical and Electrical Manual, -- walks you through all key technical and practical aspects of modern cruising systems and equipment, providing you with a summary of the skills necessary for safe, enjoyable sailing.The first half of the book includes an easy-to-use tabular method for evaluating a boat's suitability for cruising; ideas for workable deck and interior lay-outs and organization; how to choose and configure suitable boat systems for cruising; and how to install gear for trouble free operation.The book's second half teaches you boat handling skills; core navigational expertise; anchoring techniques; weather understanding; heavy weather expertise; and specific skills for long-term and long-distance cruising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n        ","brand":"Miakarts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49676011864304,"sku":"NEW0071350993","price":45.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/ethereallybeautiful.com\/products\/nigel-calders-cruising-handbook-a-compendium-for-coastal-a","provider":"Ethereally Beautiful","version":"1.0","type":"link"}