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Jul 18, 2026

This Old Boat | Don Casey

A practical, step‑by‑step guide to restoring and upgrading older fiberglass cruising boats.

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Jul 18, 2026

The Complete Rigger’s Apprentice | Brion Toss

The definitive rigging manual for cruisers, covering ropework, inspection, maintenance, and repair.

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Jul 18, 2026

Marine Diesel Basics 2 Vol B | Dennison Berwick

Practical guidance on diesel‑electrical systems, starting circuits, alternators, and charging for cruisers.

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Jul 18, 2026

Marine Diesel Basics 2 Vol A | Dennison Berwick

Practical guidance on fuel, cooling, lubrication, and air systems for reliable diesel operation.

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Jul 18, 2026

Marine Diesel Basics 1 | Dennison Berwick

A clear, visual introduction to diesel inspection, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairs for cruising sailors.

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Jul 18, 2026

Boatowner’s Mechanical & Electrical Manual | Nigel Calder

The definitive reference for boat electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and troubleshooting systems.

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Jul 18, 2026

Marine Diesel Engines | Nigel Calder

The most trusted diesel‑maintenance and troubleshooting manual for cruising sailors.

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Jul 18, 2026

The Complete Ocean Skipper | Tom Cuncliffe

A practical, confidence‑building guide to offshore passagemaking, covering planning, seamanship, navigation, and decision‑making.

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Jul 18, 2026

Modern Marine Navigation | Jeff Toghill

A clear, modern introduction to GPS, chartwork, piloting, tides, and practical navigation for new cruisers.

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Jul 18, 2026

Radar for Mariners | David Burch

A practical, clear guide to using marine radar for navigation and collision avoidance in real cruising conditions.

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Jul 17, 2026

The American Practical Navigator (Bowditch) | Navigation Reference

The definitive global reference for celestial, electronic, and traditional navigation used by professional and offshore sailors.

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Jul 17, 2026

Chapman Piloting & Seamanship | Elbert S. Maloney

The definitive boating reference covering navigation, seamanship, safety, and regulations for all cruisers.

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Jul 17, 2026

Best Sailing Books for Cruisers – Navigation, Weather & Seamanship

A curated library of the most useful sailing, offshore, and boat‑maintenance books to build your cruising skills.

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Jul 17, 2026

Storm Tactics Handbook | Lin & Larry Pardey

Practical, proven storm tactics for cruising yachts, including the Pardeys’ renowned heaving‑to method.

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Jul 17, 2026

Heavy Weather Sailing by Adlard Coles | Storm Seamanship

The classic reference on yacht behaviour and tactics in storms, built on real heavy‑weather case studies.

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  1. This Old Boat | Don Casey

    Jul 18, 26 07:42 PM

    A practical, step‑by‑step guide to restoring and upgrading older fiberglass cruising boats.

    Read More

  2. The Complete Rigger’s Apprentice | Brion Toss

    Jul 18, 26 07:34 PM

    The definitive rigging manual for cruisers, covering ropework, inspection, maintenance, and repair.

    Read More

  3. Marine Diesel Basics 2 Vol B | Dennison Berwick

    Jul 18, 26 07:15 PM

    Practical guidance on diesel‑electrical systems, starting circuits, alternators, and charging for cruisers.

    Read More