The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition: Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

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Roger Barnes

The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition

Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

Roger Barnes

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Adlard Coles Nautical
05 July 2022

Boating; Sailing; Cruises

‘You will venture into the fringes of the wilderness with the minimum of simple gear, to live with it on its own terms. You will know that one of the sure ways to contentment in this life is a small boat, a fair wind, and a new coast to explore.’

Dinghy cruising is a wonderful way to experience nature and new coastlines at close quarters and low cost. Sailing where larger boats cannot reach, and sleeping under canvas onboard or ashore, this is boating taken right back to the basics, and all the better for that. This guide, updated and expanded for its second edition, is invaluable for all aspiring or already-enthusiastic dinghy cruisers, showing how to get started and how to expand your horizons.

The information and advice is interwoven with wonderfully evocative stories of the author's adventures afloat, from idyllic weeks pottering around secluded rivers and coastlines to hair-raising voyages to remote islands – and for this new edition, his first capsize. The text covers: Finding a good boat; Fitting out for daysailing; Boatcraft under engine and oar; Mooring and anchoring; Preparing for open water; Out at sea; Coastal navigation; Dinghy homemaking; Keeping comfortable and safe. The new edition also includes new material on electronics and clothing, and more information on boat designs.

Illustrated throughout with inspirational colour photos and helpful illustrations, this book shows just why small boats are the perfect passport to remote and beautiful places.

By: Roger Barnes
Imprint: Adlard Coles Nautical
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 245mm, Width: 170mm,
ISBN: 9781472994295
ISBN 10: 1472994299
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 05 July 2022
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Roger Barnes is President of the Dinghy Cruising Association, and lives out his passion year round, exploring beautiful and remote places in his dinghy Avel Dro. For many years, he had a monthly column in Dinghy Sailing Magazine, and he also writes for Classic Boat and Watercraft.

Reviews for The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition: Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

The information and advice is interwoven with wonderfully evocative stories of the author's adventures afloat...this book shows just why small boats are the perfect passport to remote and beautiful places. * Yachting Life * ...the book conveys the spirit of fun and adventure to be gained from going out in small boats. * Waterways World * Comprehensively covers all aspects of the pastime. Brilliant. * Classic Boat *