Skip Novak on Sailing
Skip Novak
Edition: | 2024 |
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Format: | Paperback |
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Adventure Awaits
Skip Novak, renowned for his extraordinary sailing expeditions, distils a lifetime of experience into Skip Novak on Sailing. This insightful book offers a rare opportunity to learn from a true legend, whether you aspire to follow in his footsteps or chart your own course.
Within these pages, you'll find:
- A wealth of knowledge: Drawn from his celebrated Yachting World column, Skip's writings are both refreshingly candid and remarkably practical.
- The essence of self-reliance: Embrace Skip's ethos of independence and enhance your seamanship through hands-on experience and problem-solving.
- Bridging the past and future: From celestial navigation and anchoring to the latest technologies, Skip seamlessly connects time-honoured techniques with the future of sailing.
- Guidance for all: Whether you're a novice or a seasoned sailor, Skip's insightful guidance and engaging anecdotes will deepen your appreciation for the sea.
More than just a practical guide, Skip Novak on Sailing offers:
- Personal reflections: Gain a unique perspective on Skip's captivating high-seas adventures.
- Technical mastery: Develop your understanding of design, maintenance, safety, and expedition sailing.
- Philosophical insights: Explore the profound connection between seafaring and the joy of discovering remote corners of the globe.
Praise for Skip Novak on Sailing:
- "An important treasure for every sailor's library." - Gary Jobson, Sailing World and Cruising World
- "Stories you might have heard if you'd been lucky enough to meet Captain Cook in a pub." - Peter Nichols, author of A Voyage for Madmen
- "Like being given a key to the ultimate hall of sailing knowledge." - Peter Isler, two-time America's Cup winning navigator
Contents
- Foreword by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston
- Introduction
- Skip's first colum
- Learning to Sail
- Ocean Racing
- Design and Maintenance
- Technology – Pros and Cons
- Safety at Sea
- Expedition Sailing and Cruising
- Stories from Back in the Day
- Skip's final column
- Epilogue
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