Boating Books

A Guide to Planning and Cruising the Great Circle Route Around the Eastern USA

Binnacle.com #: 14036

Documents a motor yacht "cruise of a lifetime," the 5,400- mile circumnavigation of the Eastern United States. Includes detailed preparation guide, local information and facilities along the way.

$24.95

Born to Sail on Other People's Boats

Binnacle.com #: 14150

Born to Sail covers everything from how to abandon your landlubber style, to how to find a boat to crew on, to what to wear and what to eat.

$14.95

Browns Guide to Survival at Sea

Binnacle.com #: 14095

This book is designed to assist seafarers in understanding requirements of SOLAS and the STCW Code, to help them understand the basics of sea survival and handling of Survival Craft, and to help prepare and guide them through the shore based PST, CPSE, and FRB courses. It should also prove to be a useful guide for those going for refresher training as required under the STCW Manila amendments.

$89.95

Cargo Work: The Care, Handling and Carriage of Cargoes

Binnacle.com #: 14822

$110.95

Dictionary of Nautical Words and Terms

Binnacle.com #: 14222

8000 Definitions in Navigation, Seamanship, Rigging, Meteorology, Astronomy, Naval Architecture, Ship Economics, Hydrography, Cargo Storage, Marine Engineering, Ice Terminology, Buoyage, Yachting, etc.

$59.95

Knots: The Complete Visual Guide

Binnacle.com #: 14030

A practical step-by-step guide to tying and using over 100 knots.

$29.95

Marine Medical Guide 2000

Binnacle.com #: 14906

Travelers will find this a valuable reference for the selection of medications for emergency kits and ensure the safe and effective use of these potent substances

$104.95

Meteorology for Seafarers

Binnacle.com #: 14817

Comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of meteorology.

$149.95

Splicing Modern Ropes

Binnacle.com #: 35941

‘Splicing modern ropes’ by Jan-Willem Polman is a practical handbook with over 30 different splicing instructions in high-res photos.

$64.95

The Boatswain's Manual

Binnacle.com #: 14600

These pages have been compiled as a book of elementary knowledge for the beginner and also as a reference-book for older deck ratings, especially those who seek information relating to everyday seamanship problems.

$99.95

The Complete Riggers Apprentice

Binnacle.com #: 14024

A complete rigging primer of essential gear, principles, and procedures.

$59.95

The Efficient Deck Hand

Binnacle.com #: 14650

Overview of functions, navigation, safety , and maintenance. Includes helpful dictionary, diagrams.

$99.95

A Star to Steer Her By

Binnacle.com #: 14125

$27.95

The Star Finder Book

Binnacle.com #: 29250

A complete guide to the many uses of the 2102-D Star Finder.

$39.95

Samson Splicing Manual

Binnacle.com #: 10558

Putting a knot in a rope seems innocent enough—until you realize that most knots reduce the strength of the rope by as much as 50%. Tight bends are the main culprit. Samson recommends that all ropes be terminated with a splice.

$29.95

Sail Canada 2017-2020 Racing Rules of Sailing

Binnacle.com #: 14367

New edition became effective January 2017. Contains World Sailing's 2017-2020 Racing Rules of Sailing with Sail Canada Prescriptions, and World Sailing's Change #'s 1, 2, & 3, issued October 20, 2016.

$19.95

Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 68th Ed.

Binnacle.com #: 14193

The 68th edition covers new technologies, maritime laws and regulations, safety tips, and maintenance. Known as "the Bible of Boating", over 3 million copies have been printed. Editor: Jonathan Eaton

$79.95

Complete Book of Anchoring & Mooring

Binnacle.com #: 14400

The Complete Book of Anchoring and Mooring addresses anchoring systems, techniques, and permanent moorings for boats from twelve feet to eighty feet in length.

$35.95

Flip Cards - Self Learning System for Mariners

Binnacle.com #: 87000

Simple method of learning and checking knowledge of maritime systems, codes and rules.

$19.95

Storm Tactics Handbook

Binnacle.com #: 14241

Modern Methods of Heaving-To for Survival in Extreme Conditions

$32.95

Where the Wind Blows – A Guide to Marine Weather in Atlantic Canada - Gray & Bowyer

Binnacle.com #: 14406

Environment Canada senior meteorologist Peter J. Bowyer has compiled a comprehensive and up-to-date work that translates the complexities of marine weather in Atlantic Canada.

$29.95

Understanding Boat Wiring - John Payne

Binnacle.com #: 14851

Well illustrated, confidence-inspiring guide to wiring and wiring standards, electricity basics, circuit protection, planning and installation, switches, grounding and much more.

$18.95

12 Volt Bible For Boats 2nd Ed.

Binnacle.com #: 14146

Starts with basic electricity theory, progresses through batteries, wiring, circuits, controls and troubleshooting. For the boat owner who wants to maintain and understand the onboard electrical system.

$24.95

12 Volt Doctors Practical Handbook

Binnacle.com #: 14147

Covers basic electricity, switches, troubleshooting, engine instruments, safety standards, solar power, batteries...

$42.95

Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual, 4th Edition Calder

Binnacle.com #: 14168

If it has a screw, wire or moving part, it is covered in this trusted manual. Nigel Calder has been a diesel mechanic for almost 30 years.

$79.95

Marine Diesel Engines - Nigel Calder

Binnacle.com #: 14174

Now updated with information on fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls, and other new diesel technologies

$39.95

The Morrow Guide to Knots

Binnacle.com #: 14159

647 color photos describe in step-by-step detail how to tie 70 of the most useful knots.

$22.95

The Splicing Handbook

Binnacle.com #: 14160

Shows how to make a broad range of useful onboard projects.

$28.95

Heavy Weather Sailing 7th Edition - Peter Bruce

Binnacle.com #: 14239

The definitive book for all crews contemplating sea voyages. This new edition includes new information on heavy weather handling and recent heavy weather experiences from around the world. Heavy Weather Sailing has been regarded as the ultimate international authority on surviving storms...

$66.95

Annapolis Book of Seamanship

Binnacle.com #: 14236

Expanded, updated bible of sailing. New sections on celestial navigation, cruising with children, safety, traditions, more. Standard reference for sailing schools, pleasure sailors.

$74.95