The fear of storms has kept many otherwise competent sailors from venturing into the open ocean. This book explores the myths that have sprung up about ways to bring small boats through storms and shows tried and true methods that work for all types of sailing vessels. Special sections explain storm...

"It takes thousands of hours of sailing to get the kind of knowledge contained in this book." -- from the Foreword by Bruce Schwab The ONLY bible for how to sail your boat fast, safe, and alone Solo sailing is within any sailor's grasp with a little forethought--and this essential guide. Got a 35-fo...

Are you tired of losing food to the grill? Are you sick of slaving over a dirty and disgusting grate? It's frustrating and time-consuming. NEVER AGAIN!THE FUTURE OF GRILLING IS HERE! Introducing the Grill Tactics® BBQ Grill Mat. It's DURABLE, long-lasting and incredibly simple. You'll never use your...

Sailing Smart is for every sailor who wants to increase his or her knowledge, understanding, and sailing expertise: the local day-sailor who wants a firmer grasp of the fundamentals, as well as the serious competitor who wants to be up on the latest, most innovative sailing techniques and racing str...

Tactics is the art and science of employing all available means to win battles and engagements. Specifically, it comprises the actions taken by a commander to arrange units and activities in relation to each other and the enemy. Filled with diagrams of attack plans, defensive strategies, and troop m...

A detailed, technical, and readable study of the tactics of winning for the experienced sailor―by one of the world's leading small boat racers. The author of "A Manual of Sail Trim" has designed a guide for the competitive racing dinghy sailor that explains the art of maneuvering. The object of the...

Light Tackle Kayak Trolling the Chesapeake Bay: A Guide to Gear, Location and Trolling Tactics for Striped Bass is the first book devoted exclusively to this exciting sport. Advances in kayak technology have made catching trophy striped bass a reality of which many anglers are not aware. Shallow wat...

Captain Dan Keating brings over 30 years of experience chasing Big Water King Salmon to life. In this book you will find a mix of practical and theoretical teaching to help you systematically develop a game plan for your home waters.

Whether you are an experienced angler looking to improve your skills or a novice just discovering the thrill of salmon and trout fishing, this up to date, authoritative guide will lead you to more, and larger fish. The Great Lakes fishery has evolved over the years and this comprehensive book covers...

Preparing to become a member of an elite SWAT squad requires determination, courage, and top physical conditioning. Carrying wounded hostages, breaking down barricades, and rappelling down the sides of skyscrapers are just some of the demanding tasks faced by our SWAT teams, requiring incredible agi...

Championship Tactics is the tactical manual for the racing sailor. This comprehensive volume contains lessons from decades of world-class competition.Gary Jobson was a collegiate champion and raced in three America's Cup campaigns, twice as Ted Turner's tactician and once with Tom Blackaller. Tom Wh...

"Possibly the best book on racing tactics ever written." ―Ted Jones, Dolphin Book Club News Today far more sailors than ever before have reached a superior level of competitive ability, and the few individuals who remain at the head of the competitive classes year and after year must constantly impr...