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Powerboating Companion

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Author(s)Peter White

ISBN9780470061749

PriceUS $14.95

PublishedMarch 2007

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The definitive 'at a glance' guide to powerboating – in Fernhurst’s popular Companion series

 

A powerboat is a craft that incorporates an engine. (about 90% of all boats) This book is the definitive small version of Peter White’s Powerboating - The RIB and Sportsboat Handbook. (11,000 copies sold to date - Sept 06) It features the essential basic information and is a great revision aid. 

 

This clear, fully illustrated guide features:

  • Coverage of RIBs (rigid inflatable boats). 14,000 new RIBs launched in the UK alone every year·
  • Launching
  • Knots
  • Speed
  • Essential manoeuvres such as man-overboard, mooring and anchoring