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Be Your Own Boat Surveyor

Author:	Dag Pike
Edition:	2014
Format:	Paperback
Size:	244 x 172 mm
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Confident Boat Surveying

Learn to assess your boat and make informed decisions.

Be Your Own Boat Surveyor empowers you to confidently assess the condition of your boat, saving you time and money. This practical guide provides invaluable advice for both seasoned sailors and new boat owners.

Why Survey Your Own Boat?

This book equips you to:

Quickly assess potential purchases for signs of trouble.
Carry out detailed end-of-season checks on your own boat.
Identify problems early and prevent them from becoming serious.
Gain a deeper understanding of your boat's systems.

What's Inside?

Be Your Own Boat Surveyor covers a wide range of topics, including:

Essential tools and techniques for surveying.
Checking the hull for damage, rot, osmosis, and keel issues.
Inspecting engines, stern gear, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Assessing masts, rigging, and safety equipment.
Surveying RIBs and inflatables.

Plus, there's a handy guide to carrying out a quick ten-minute survey - invaluable when making a snap decision on a potential purchase.

Highly illustrated with clear explanations and hands-on advice, Be Your Own Boat Surveyor gives you the knowledge to confidently assess your boat and make informed decisions about maintenance and repairs.

About the Author

Dag Pike is a renowned expert in boat handling, navigation, and safety. With a career spanning merchant shipping, RNLI lifeboat testing, and powerboat racing (including navigating Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic Challenger), Dag Pike brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this comprehensive guide.