Skip Novak on Sailing: Words of Wisdom from 50 Years Afloat

Skip Novak on Sailing: Words of Wisdom from 50 Years Afloat

Skip Novak on Sailing: Words of Wisdom from 50 Years Afloat

Skip Novak on Sailing: Words of Wisdom from 50 Years Afloat

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Overview

Skip Novak is revered around the world for his sailing adventures. In this book he brings together the sum of his knowledge and the wisdom of his experience so you can follow in his wake – or create your own.

Drawing from his longstanding column for Yachting World, Skip has curated, edited and updated his original missives alongside brand new material to make a collection that is both thought-provokingly bold and invaluably practical. Skip is an ardent proponent of self-reliance, and his hard-won advice will challenge you to improve your seamanship, focusing on skill, experience and problem-solving knowledge.

While covering lots of traditional skills, such as celestial navigation, anchoring and docking, Skip also looks to the future, tackling innovative technologies that can make life afloat easier. Skip has a particular interest in helping new and younger sailors heed the clarion call of adventure he truly believes the ocean provides, and this interest shines through in his thoughtful guidance.

Steeped in personal experience, but designed to be as inspirational as it is practical, Skip Novak on Sailing will help you become a better sailor, no matter your level of experience.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781399414746
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA
Publication date: 07/23/2024
Pages: 304
Product dimensions: 6.05(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Chicago-born, Europe-based, but often to be found exploring the Antarctic, Skip Novak has long inspired sailors all over the world with his thirst for adventure. He has competed in most major yacht races, including the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, the Sydney-Hobart Race and the Fastnet Race. He has written for Yachting World and the Daily Telegraph and is also the author of One Watch at a Time and Fazisi – The Joint Venture, shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston

Introduction

Skip's first column

1. Learning to Sail

2. Ocean Racing

3. Design and Maintenance

4. Technology – Pros and Cons

5. Safety at Sea

6. Expedition Sailing and Cruising

7. Stories from Back in the Day

Skip's final column

Epilogue

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