Rough Weather Seamanship for Sail and Power

Written by an accomplished naval architect, this book shows the average boater how to safely weather the fiercest storm.Rough Weather Seamanship for Sail and Powerarms readers with the knowledge they need to select and modify a boat for heavy weather; understand, track, and evade storm systems; and prepare for a storm in harbor, coastal waters, and offshore. It offers ocean-tested heavy-weather techniques for both sailboats and powerboats, practical advice on surviving worst-case scenarios, and decision-making exercises that can save lives.

Roger Marshall is the technical editor for Soundings and the author of 12 yachting books. An accomplished sailor, he has competed at all levels of racing, including Admiral's Cup and Fastnet races.

Introduction

1

(2)

Understanding the Weather

3

(36)

Sources of Weather Information

4

(1)

Highs, Lows, and Fronts

5

(11)

Clouds

16

(3)

Deck-Level Forecasting

19

(3)

Non-Tropical Rotational Storms

22

(1)

Thunderstorms

23

(4)

Tropical Storms

27

(12)

Waves

39

(15)

Wind-Generated Waves

40

(4)

Rough-Weather Seas

44

(4)

Other Wave Factors

48

(3)

Strategies for Big Waves

51

(3)

Confidence Starts with a Good Boat

54

(49)

Hull Construction

55

(1)

Heavy-Weather Hulls: Sailboats

56

(7)

Heavy-Weather Hulls: Powerboats

63

(14)

Sailboat and Powerboat Stability

77

(8)

Designing for Heavy Weather Below Deck

85

(3)

Designing for Heavy Weather On Deck

88

(7)

The Mast and Rigging

95

(1)

The Engine Compartment

95

(3)

The Steering System

98

(5)

Stromproofing Your Boat

103

(32)

Preparing the Deck and Deck Equipment

104

(11)

Preparing the Rig

115

(3)

Preparing Engines and Mechanical Gear

118

(3)

Preparing the Electrical System

121

(2)

Preparations Inside the Boat

123

(5)

Miscellaneous Equipment

128

(1)

Emergency Repair Gear

129

(1)

Radar Reflectors

130

(3)

Final Thoughts

133

(2)

Storm Sails

135

(12)

Headsails

136

(6)

The Mainsail

142

(4)

Powerboat Steadying Sails

146

(1)

Additional Thoughts on Storm Sails

146

(1)

Preparing for a Storm in Harbor

147

(18)

The Plan

147

(2)

Putting Your Plan into Operation

149

(14)

What About the Lines?

163

(2)

Preparing for Rough Weather at Sea

165

(22)

Preparing to Go Offshore

166

(4)

Setting Watches

170

(1)

Sailing at Night

171

(4)

Everyday Practice Makes It Easier to Weather a Storm

175

(3)

Going Aloft

178

(4)

Preparing for a Cold Front

182

(5)

Heavy-Weather Techniques

187

(27)

Carrying On

188

(14)

The Passive Approach

202

(5)

Running Off

207

(7)

Keeping Your Crew Safe

214

(40)

Personal Gear

214

(8)

Man Overboard

222

(15)

If Your Boat Is in Trouble

237

(11)

Hypothermia: Why It Can Be Deadly

248

(1)

Seasickness

249

(1)

Children in Rough Weather

250

(1)

Surviving a Panic Attack

251

(3)

Damage Control

254

(21)

Tools

255

(2)

Repair Materials

257

(1)

On-Deck Problems

258

(1)

Sail Repairs

259

(4)

Mast Failure

263

(1)

Engine Problems

264

(1)

Propeller Problems

265

(1)

Propeller Shaft and Related Problems

265

(1)

Steering Failure

266

(4)

Hull Damage

270

(2)

Make an Emergency Plan

272

(1)

Keel Failure

273

(2)

For Those in Peril on the Sea

275

(19)

The Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

276

(2)

VHF Radio Distress Calls

278

(1)

Beyond VHF

279

(1)

Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System (AMVER)

280

(1)

When You Need Help in U.S. Waters

281

(6)

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Rough Weather Seamanship for Sail and Power Design, Gear, and Tactics for Coastal and Offshore Waters

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