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The Boating World's Most Respected Reference, the 65th Edition of the Indispensable Classic. Chapman's is: * The standard text for private boating schools throughout the U.S. * The officially recommended book for the U.S. Coast Guard's boating education classes * The guide chosen by the United States Power Squadrons With 3 million copies sold, Chapman Piloting has been the leading reference for both power and sail boaters for nearly 100 years. Now this absolutely essential guide--large and beautifully produced, with 928 pages, 1,500 full-color illustrations and charts, and exploded views and cutaways--is even better than ever. It's user-friendly and accessible; and absolutely packed with at-a-glance layouts. The design is cleaner and crisper than ever before too. Best of all, there's more information, more pictures, more color, more invaluable information making this oversized volume an amazing value. Virtually anyone who puts a craft on water needs this vital information about the most current boating laws as well as complete discussions of weather, tide, currents, and navigation. Here are all the facts about special seamanship for powerboats, small craft, and boats under sail; anchoring, communications, and navigation; inland boating, marlinespike seamanship, and boating customs; plus an extensive source list for government publications, boat registration, safety, and a comprehensive glossary of terms. The full coverage of electronics and technology includes even the most up-to-date systems. Several appendices provide information sources, associations and organizations, state board registration offices, and more. Decade after decade, it's the book that boaters reach for the pilot's best mate and an absolute necessity on board.
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| Quantity: | No item(s) available |
| Weight: | 3.35 kg |
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CDN$ 78.00 (US$ 75.90) |
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| ISBN-10: | 158816232X |
| ISBN-13/EAN: | 9781588162328 |
| Author: | Elbert S Maloney |
| Publisher: | Hearst New York |
| Publication Date: | 2006 |
| Pages: | 928 pp |
| Size/Dimensions: | 11 x 8 3/4 |
| Binding: | Hardcover |
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