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Follow the sailing adventures of Robert Bériault, when at t ... Read more

Follow the sailing adventures of Robert Bériault, when at the age of 57, he joins a sailing club for lessons and soon becomes an instructor. He dreams of sailing around the world and adopts the strategy of going at it one ocean at a time. Part travelogue and part sailing primer, Sailor Without a Boat tells the true story of how Robert chases after his dream. Candid, humorous advice is interspersed with hilarious tales from the Atlantic to the Pacific, as he recounts the idiosyncrasies of his skippers and fellow sailors. Among his many adventures, Robert crews for a reckless captain who pushes boat and crew beyond safety limits during a 3600-kilometre offshore passage. Searching the Internet for a transatlantic crossing, he almost sets out to sea with a Captain Bligh before jumping ship. Enjoying such places as the Caribbean and Cuba’s stunningly beautiful Gardens of the Queen, Robert is boarded by gun-toting pirates; almost experiences an exploding yacht at sea; is embroiled in steamy soap operas; is medevaced by horse from the Guatemalan jungle; and fights 30-foot seas when crossing the Atlantic with Canada’s sailing legend Derek Hatfield. All this, without ever having bought a boat! Minimize

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Originally published in 1905. This is a fascinating read fo ... Read more

Originally published in 1905. This is a fascinating read for any sailing enthusiast or historian, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Contents Include; I. The selection of a boat, II. The effect of the wind on a boat, III. Splices, Knots, and Tackles, IV. The Small open sailing boat, V. Open Sailing-boats with boom sails, and half-decked boats, VI. Decked boats, VII. Seamanship, VIII. Open Boat Sailing, IX. The Cruising Yacht, X. The Art of Coasting, XI. Description of a voyage, XII. Board of trade and other regulations affecting yachtsmen, XIII. Two cruises on Lanteen-Rigged Craft. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Minimize

KeelshieldKS MARINE PRODUCTS, INCKeelShielde‚® brand keel p ... Read more

KeelshieldKS MARINE PRODUCTS, INCKeelShielde‚® brand keel protectors provide the strongest most durable protection for your fiberglass or aluminum boat's hull. This 5' wide tough shield protects your keel from docks concrete ramps rocky shores launching retrieving beaching sandbars and other hazards that can quickly damage it. In addition to increasing your boat's resale value and protecting your investment few scars scratches and dings mean less water friction and better performance. Speed tests prove we won't slow your boat down. Made of urethane polymers 'œ not plastic PVC or PVC based Polycore 'œ KeelShield comes ready to install with a 3M pressure-sensitive high-performance adhesive system that is nearly twice as thick as any others on the market. After prepping your hull just peel and stick. KeelShield carries the best warranty in the business 'œ Not only a Lifetime Warranty for as long as you own your boat no matter what happens - you get a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee. Minimize

For Moving And Rolling Small Fishing Boats With Ease! This ... Read more

For Moving And Rolling Small Fishing Boats With Ease! This durable, 1" dia., zinc-plated steel dolly will make the task of moving your boat easier on your back. Dolly clamps securely to the transom and rolls smoothly on four 7" x 1.5" rubber-tired wheels. Max. weight: 250 lbs. Transom bracket: 7.25"W x 4.25"H. Opens up to 4". Minimize

Sailing Boat from Mic-O-Mic - mic o mic is an educational d ... Read more

Sailing Boat from Mic-O-Mic - mic o mic is an educational designer toy, targeting the individual abilities and skills of children. The construction kits are comprised of individual textured parts which are connected by pins and clips. Each part feels comfortable in the hand and is especially attractive to children. Whether with wings, wheels or sails, our models clearly defined shapes and bright, contemporary colors make the range absolutely unique. mic o mic toys combine striking designs with tactile elements to produce an educational concept. With its model oriented design, a learning process is encouraged which will specifically train the child?s three-dimensional imagination. The child will be proud of the finished model they have made. It will encourage them to move onto the next level. The range encourages children and parents to play together ? perhaps competing with each other as the child becomes more competent. This mic o mic construction kit has 21 parts, clips and pins. An assembly tool and lots of spare clips and pins. Minimize

An estimated 4.1 million people in the United States partic ... Read more

An estimated 4.1 million people in the United States participate in recreational sailing. Yet the large library of sailing literature leaves many of them high and dry. On one side are technical guides for America’s Cup boat-builders; on the other, simplistic books for weekend sailors with little interest in science. In Float Your Boat! professional and amateur boaters alike will find intelligent and understandable answers to such questions as: What were the key innovations that made sailboats more efficient? How do you increase the speed of a boat? How do sailboats travel into the wind? Why are so many explanations of sailing so wrong? Sailing enthusiast and physicist Mark Denny first traces the evolution of the sailing craft, from prehistoric coracles made of animal skins and antlers to the sailboat’s reinvention as a pleasure craft during the Industrial Revolution. He then identifies specific sailing phenomena—how wind drives modern Bermuda sloops, how torque determines stability, why hull speed exists—and provides the key physics principles behind them. Whether you are an inquisitive landlubber who has never set foot in a boat, a casual weekend sailor, or an old salt who lives for the sea, Float Your Boat! is an accessible guide to the physics of sailing. (2009) Minimize

Let s say you re a typical low-paid working stiff. You ve s ... Read more

Let s say you re a typical low-paid working stiff. You ve sailed small boats all your life, you ve saved a little money--you re finally ready for a real cruising boat. You drop in on Tadd, your friendly neighborhood yacht broker, who is more than happy to sell you that brand-new Trickledown 32 for only $90,000, plus a few optional extras like anchors, sails, cushions, a compass, instruments--stuff like that; say, $115,000 ready to sail. One hundred and fifteen thousand . . . dollars ? Not to worry, says Tadd. Only 20% down and 10 years of easy payments and you re off into the sunset. Let s see, that s $23,000 down and, at 10% interest, only $1,215.79 per month--plus insurance of course. Send me a postcard from Tahiti. How much per month? That s half my salary! Don t you have anything in my price range? Tadd glances conspicuously at his Rolex, sighing, and points to a characterless Clorox jog with a spindly mast--a hyperthyroid daysailer with bunks for the seven dwarfs; NOT what you had in mind! And then you see it, in the back of the yard, varnish hanging in strips off weather-beaten trim, rigging frayed, sails ripped and stained, dank interior with dangling wires and scurrying anonymous inhabitants. But underneath all the squalor you see the lines of a real cruising boat--a sturdy hull with a sprightly sheer from the pen of a Philip Rhodes or a Tom Gillmer--a fiberglass boat built back when craftsmanship still meant something. You remember when you bought your house--it looked a lot like this boat, and you and your all-thumbs husband managed to breathe life into it over time, painting, papering, spackling-- lots of spackling. This boat has possibilities. How much? you ask. You re kidding, right? says Tadd, flicking a bit of cobweb from his spotless Breton Reds. Take it for, say, $8,000? Sold. Well, now you ve got it home, but Bob and Norm aren t there every weekend to help guide you through this restoration. Where to turn? Turn to This Old Boat. Don Casey, co-author of Sensible Cruising: The Thoreau Approach, assumes you know nothing--not even how to use tools--and leads you methodically and good-naturedly through every step of turning a cast-off fiberglass boat into a real show-stopper, including the simplest and most comlete explanation yet of sailmaking--the sailor s darkest and most expensive art. Casey s step-by-step drawings guide you through a simple project--laying up a fiberglass instrument case, for example--then show you how to apply those skills to something more ambitious--like building a new hatch. With this book and the best buyer s market in boating history, you can send Tadd that postcard from Tahiti--and have money to spare. Can t afford that brand-new boat? Take advantage of the best buyer s market in boating history. Turn a rundown production boat into a first-class yacht with This Old Boat. Whether you are skilled or unskilled, whether you like sail or powerboats, here is everything you need to: Find the right boat at the right price Map out a logical, affordable renovation plan Work with fiberglass--everything from minor cosmetics to major structural repairs Renovate rigging, winches, engines, and other mechanical systems Work with wood, canvas, and plastic Change the interior from a cramped, dingy dormitory to a light, spacious livable home Repair andmodernize the electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration systems Add a stunning, mirror-like finish Make your own dodgers, sail covers, and SAILS--and much more! Casey s intelligent, practical advice covers just about everything, and his style is just what the doctor ordered for anyone daft enough to want to fix up an old boat. -- Southern Boating A great book for anyone on the water. -- Maine Coastal News Minimize

Walker Bay 8 & 10 Sail Kits Performance . All Walker Bay bo ... Read more

Walker Bay 8 & 10 Sail Kits Performance . All Walker Bay boats convert quickly and easily into a delightful sailing dinghy by using our straight forward sail kits. Designed to be rigged and on the water in just minutes, our sailing kits come complete with all lines, hardware and quality components required to harness the wind! Inspired by the leading edge in international sailboat design, our boats have an efficient hull that glides along in light breezes while our moderate sail plan provides control for heavier winds. Whether you are a novice or advanced sailor, you will love the ease of sailing with a Walker Bay Sail Kit. Innovative Features Adjustable tiller extension stows inside the tiller Anodized aluminum mast collapses for easy transportation and storage Reinforced mast support tube Center seat clamp and on/off ratchet block mainsheet system for reducing sheet load Composite or aluminum centerboard and rudder Multi position kick-up rudder retracts on impact Durable 3oz. Dacron sail with vision window Floating boom vang cleat for sail shape adjustment Color coded pre-cut rope systemThe Walker Bay 8 Performance Sail Kit increases the sailing performance of the Walker Bay 8. This rig comes with high-end rigging features like the adjustable retractable tiller extension and a 3-position composite kick-up rudder while still being easy to rig or breakdown and store. It is perfect for those who want more performance while still keeping it easy. Walker Bay 8 Performance Sail Kit Features & Components High-visibility color sail 39 sq. ft. / 3.6 sq m sail with 3 ounce Dacron sail cloth 14.7 ft. / 4.47m mast collapses into two sections for easy transport or storage. Clear sail window for better visibility Spars (mast and boom) constructed of anodized aluminum to resist corrosion Conventional 6.5ft. boom optimizes upwind and downwind performance Instantly adjustable on/off ratchet block for easy mainsheet handling Retractable telescoping tiller extension 3-position retractable kick-up rudder Easy Quick Release button to attach/ detach rudder (on motor mount) Quick insertable daggerboard (cap also provided for when daggerboard not in use) Lightweight aluminum centerboard (cap also provided for when daggerboard not in use) Flotation bag for added buoyancy (coast guard certified flotation also in seats) Reinforced mast support tube Boom vang with floating cleat Sail Area: 39 sq. ft. / 3.6 sq. m Mast Height: 14'8" / 4.47m The Walker Bay 10 Performance Sail Kit is exciting and easy sailing in a 10F boat. This rig comes with high end rigging features including the adjustable retractable tiller extension and a fully retractable composite rudder while still being easy to rig or breakdown and store. The high aspect sail profile and aluminum daggerboard optimize speed and upwind performance, while the adjustable retractable tiller and on/off ratchet block offer better maneuverability and handling. It's perfect for those who want performance in a bigger boat while still keeping it easy. Walker Bay 10 Performance Sail Kit Features & Components High-visibility two-color sail 50 sq. ft. / 4.6 sq m battened mainsail with 3 ounce Dacron sail cloth 14.7 ft. / 4.47m mast collapses into two sections for easy transport or storage. Clear sail window for better visibility Spars (mast and boom) constructed of anodized aluminum to resist corrosion Conventional 6.5 ft boom optimizes upwind and downwind performance Instantly adjustable on/off ratchet block for easy mainsheet handling Retractable telescoping tiller extension Deluxe motor/rudder mounting plates Fully retractable composite kick-up rudder Easy Quick Release button to attach/ detach rudder (on motor mount) Lightweight aluminum centerboard (cap also provided for when daggerboard not in use) Flotation bag for added buoyancy (Coast Guard certified flotation also in seats) Reinforced mast support tube Boom vang with floating cleat Sail Area: 50 sq. ft. / 4.6 sq. m Mast Height: 14'8" / 4.47m Turn Minimize

Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler. An awesome onboard space ... Read more

Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler. An awesome onboard space - saver. Click image to enlarge... Cushioned comfort atop a 70-quart cooler: State-of-the-art, high-impact plastic frame Compression foam padding Tough, weather resistant 500-denier Cordura covering Cushioned backrest with sturdy aluminum support arms Advantage Max-4 camo Overall height: 34 3/4"; Width: 37"; Depth: 18". Height to top of seat: 20". Order ONLINE Today. Please Note: This item is shipped directly from the factory. To see the expected shipping date, please add to your Shopping Cart. Sorry, no express shipping available. We are unable to ship factory direct items to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or APO or FPO addresses. Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler Minimize

Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler. An awesome onboard space ... Read more

Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler. An awesome onboard space - saver. Click image to enlarge... Cushioned comfort atop a 70-quart cooler: State-of-the-art, high-impact plastic frame Compression foam padding Tough, weather resistant 500-denier Cordura covering Cushioned backrest with sturdy aluminum support arms Advantage Max-4 camo Overall height: 34 3/4"; Width: 37"; Depth: 18". Height to top of seat: 20". Order ONLINE Today. Please Note: This item is shipped directly from the factory. To see the expected shipping date, please add to your Shopping Cart. Sorry, no express shipping available. We are unable to ship factory direct items to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico or APO or FPO addresses. Wise Duck Boat Bench with Cooler Minimize

Our Sail Boats custom invitation is the perfect choice to i ... Read more

Our Sail Boats custom invitation is the perfect choice to invite guests to a party! This Sail Boats card is great to customize for a save the date, special announcement or a birthday invitation. Sailboats invitations are available in 2 sizes, 4" x 6" or 5" x 7" with matching size envelopes. Choose from 12 type styles and 24 colors when you customize this invitation for a special party. All custom invitations are printed on hiqh quality card stock and are sold in a minimum of 10 invitations. Additional invitations can be ordered in 2 invitation increments. Minimize

Sailboat is bordered with child's first name on all four si ... Read more

Sailboat is bordered with child's first name on all four sides; specify up to 18 characters. Crown has child's full name at top and bottom; specify up to 26 characters/spaces. Each design includes black ink pad. For colored ink pad, specify Grecian Sea, Cotton Candy Pink, Mojito Lime, Holly Berry Red, or Chocolate Silk (not shown). You will be able to specify personalization details after adding item(s) to your shopping cart. Please order carefully. Orders for personalized items cannot be canceled, and personalized items cannot be returned. Minimize

Free Worldwide Delivery : A Sailing Boat in the Sky : Paper ... Read more

Free Worldwide Delivery : A Sailing Boat in the Sky : Paperback : Random House Children's Books : 9780099439592 : 009943959X : 01 May 2003 : While walking along the beach one day, Isobel and Nicholas discover a strange looking wreck. As they begin to put it together, they find it is a peculiar sort of sailing boat. They clamber in, and so begins their great adventure. Aided by a wounded stork, they sail through the sky, encountering scenes of despair and devastation. Minimize

Move your boat or canoe into the garage or shed quickly and ... Read more

Move your boat or canoe into the garage or shed quickly and easily with a boat dolly Simply attach the dolly to the transom of your boat or canoe, secure, and your ready to go Minimize

PEBBLES-New Addition Boy Collection. A simple and tradition ... Read more

PEBBLES-New Addition Boy Collection. A simple and traditional baby- themed line. This package contains layered felt embellishments. Available in a variety of designs: each sold separately. Imported. Minimize

Surf Shades are the only sunglasses to offer a one year gua ... Read more

Surf Shades are the only sunglasses to offer a one year guarantee against accidental loss. They were originally designed to withstand the brutal conditions of surfing; so they must be tough. The guarantee is seldom invoked because Surf Shades stay on very well and the removable head strap is extremely secure. If the surf sunglasses do pop over your head they are connected with the surf leash that has a easy break away clip for those "just in case" type of emergencies. Designed for the conditions of the ocean, Surf Shades have a padded nose and eyebrows for impact protection which is critical for surfing and other water sports. Hydrophobic lens coatings are imperative for ALL water sports and much preferable to normal sunglasses lenses. Hydrophobic lenses are not perfect and they do not completely clear of water every time you dunk your Surf Shades, but they do much better than ordinary lenses. Hydrophobic surfaces are also anti-static so dust and other dirtying particles are not attracted to them and tend to just fall right off. When they do get dusty and dirty they clean easier than lenses that do not have hydrophobic coatings. Available options: Black or silver frames Grey, brown and yellow lenses Polarized ($69) or non-polarized ($39) Minimize

US SAILING training programs are designed to help you join ... Read more

US SAILING training programs are designed to help you join the ranks of the hundreds of thousands of adults and youths who have learned to sail on the lakes, rivers, bays and coasts of the United States. This and other books in the certification series are designed to present the information you need to get the most out of sailing. The series will be a convenient reference before and after your times on the water. Like all pursuits, sailing has its own set of skills and maneuvers that need to be learned and practiced. This book teaches you how to feel comfortable as skipper or crew and gives you a basic understanding of nautical terms. The first part of the book gives you a tour of a typical small sailboat. The next section shows the concepts of how a boat moves through the water. The middle section puts you on board and describes how to steer and trim the sails. The book wraps up with seamanship skills that make sailing safer and easier. Sailing can bring you relaxing days on the water, adventurous family fun or challenging competition. You will be able to choose how you want to enjoy recreational sailing as you practice and gain experience. With this book you will learn the skills to build your confidence and ability to sail. Fair winds and good fun! Minimize

Fits: 17' to 20'L Pontoon Boats (beam width to 96") - Tarp ... Read more

Fits: 17' to 20'L Pontoon Boats (beam width to 96") - Tarp Color: Grey The Importance Of The Hurricane Pontoon Boat Cover Any vehicle, regardless of what type whether it be a car, boat, or motorcycle should be taken care of. The pontoon tarps not only classify as consumer goods but fall under the durable goods category. Thus it is important that these items be protected and cared for, especially when they are in storage or kept outdoors. Amongst these items for outside storage is the hurricane pontoon boat cover. This type of tarp is made of tough polyester canvas. The material in this cover is much more resilient than ordinary cotton canvas. Therefore this is the kind of canvas that is recommended for your pontoon boat. Although most people use the hurricane pontoon boat tarps for rainy or wet seasons, it is still useful for it to be used in all weather situations. By using these covers even in the dry season, one can avoid scratches and discolorations to paint on the boat hull and other parts. However, some considerations should be taken into account prior to purchasing a cover for your boat. The first consideration is that it must be made from a resilient tarp material. The tarp must be made from a polyester type canvas. The material must also be able to resist dirt, stains and ultraviolet damage from the sun apart from its being able to repel water. The second consideration is that the tarp must have a bottom hem elastic cord. This should be readily adjustable and likewise must be fitted with an adjustable transom flap. This will ensure a snug fit when placing onto your boat. And finally the last two considerations should be price and warranty. The average price for a good pontoon boat tarps ranges around 200 to less than five hundred dollars. Likewise in view of this, there must be a reasonably good warranty for your purchase. An average warranty given for this item is around three to four years. Minimize

Both the NRS Boat Sponge and the Deluxe Boat Sponge help re ... Read more

Both the NRS Boat Sponge and the Deluxe Boat Sponge help remove pools of water that your bilge pump leaves behind. The Boat Sponges also help get rid of rain water that pools on your kayak seat. The Deluxe Boat Sponge's terry cloth cover increases water absorption for a quicker dry-out job. Minimize

The Stearns? SilverMax poly boat covers are a light and str ... Read more

The Stearns? SilverMax poly boat covers are a light and strong cover that resists sun fade. Light strong and reflective Silvertech polyester fabric wont stretch or shrink. Fabric coating technology resists dirt and stains while providing water repellancy. Resistant to mildew and UV damage. Integrated trailer strap and rope attachments. Fullcut to allow room for ladders running lights bow rails and other accessories. Elastic cord sewn along entire bottom hem provides a snug fit. Storage bag sternfit elastic cords and tiedown rope included. Limited warranty. Ships directly from our manufacturer. Model BP3751: fits 14 to 16ft Vhull Runabouts outboards and I/O Trihull Runabouts outboards and I/O and aluminum bass boats. Model CP3752: fits 16 to 18.5ft fish and ski boats and Prostyle bass boats beam width to 98 in Minimize

Hand selected from the archives of LIFE magazine, this hist ... Read more

Hand selected from the archives of LIFE magazine, this historic image is digitally printed on premium quality 100 lb gloss cover, UV coated paper. Framed in either 3/8" gloss black aluminum or 1 1/2" black satin wood with our elegant v-groove double matting and faced with shatter resistant tempered glass, this 22" x 28" framed fine art is suitable for museum or gallery presentations. This image is available either with or without an engraved nickel finished oxidized plate that details the photographer, photographer notes, date and location of the image. Minimize