Handbook of offshore cruising. The dream and reality of modern ocean cruising. Second edition

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INTRODUCTION

This book is written for cruising sailors, including those who are now cruising, those who are preparing for long-distance sailing, and for those who dream.

Anyone who has been out cruising for more than a few months will be familiar with the subjects covered here, and will probably have some better or at least different ways of doing things. There is no lack of strong opinion among cruising sailors when it comes to marine gear and materials, systems and techniques, but there is also a curiosity and a willingness to learn and use better ways. Every time I see how someone else does something, I learn - and so I hope this book will provide veteran cruising sailors with at least a few new ideas.

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INTRODUCTION
PART1 THE BOAT

CHAPTER 1 Building or Buying a Boat for Offshore Cruising
Building on Your Own
Partly Finished Boats
Buying a New Boat
Other Costs
Semi-Custom Yachts
One-Off Yachts
Buying a Used Boat
Boat Buyer's Budget

CHAPTER 2 Size Considerations
Costs
Maintenance Time
Cruising Plans
Speed
Displacement
Size of the Crew
Age and Physical Condition of the Crew
Recommendations

CHAPTER 3 Choosing the Rig
Gaff, Bermuda and Fractional Rigs
Sloops
Cutters
Ketches
Yawls
Schooners
Cat Ketches and Unstayed Rigs
The Best Rig

CHAPTER 4 Hull Design
Considerations
Hull and Capsize

CHAPTER 5 Cruising Multihulls
Speed, Low Cost, and Space
Draft
Trimaran versus Catamaran
Building or Buying a Multihull
Multihull Construction
Capsize
Speed and Responsibility

CHAPTER 6 Construction Materials
Wood
Steel
Aluminum Alloy
Fiberglass
Ferrocement

CHAPTER 7 Spars and Standing Rigging
Spars
Standing Rigging

CHAPTER 8 Running Rigging
Line
Halyards and Sheets
Other Working Lines
Lines to the Cockpit

CHAPTER 9 Deck Layout and Equipment
The Deck
Bulwarks and Toerails
Lifelines and Stanchions
Pulpits
Deck Cleats and Chocks
Bow and Stern Rollers
Anchor Windlass
Boom Gallows
Dodgers
Hatches
Windows
On-Deck Storage

CHAPTER 10 Cockpit Arrangement
Size
Layout and Equipment
Visibility from the Cockpit
Comfort
Safety

CHAPTER 11 Cabin Arrangement
General Considerations
Safety
Interior Layout
Galley
Refrigeration
Chart Desk
The Main Cabin
Cabin Lighting
Cabin Ventilation
Cabin Heaters

PART 2 THE SYSTEMS AND THE EQUIPMENT

CHAPTER 12 Engine and Propulsion
Engine Type and Size
Fuel System
Cooling Water
Exhaust System
Engine Mounts and Shaft Couplings
Drive Shaft and Associated Hardware
Engine Controls and Instruments
Engine Alternatives
Dealing with Engine Problems

CHAPTER 13 Plumbing
Salt-Water System
Bilges
Bilge Pumps
Through-Hull Fittings
Fresh-Water System
CHAPTER 14 Electrical System
Energy Requirements
Wiring Diagram
Wiring and Connections
The System
Alternating Current
Lightning Protection
Bonding
Alternative Energy Sources
CHAPTER 15 Electronics
General Considerations
Radios
Navigation Electronics
Weather Data Electronics
Electronic Performance Instruments
EPIRBs
Miscellaneous Electronics
Priority List of Electronics
Radio Dependence

CHAPTER 16 Cruising Sails
Sailhandling
Sailmakers and Materials
Choosing Your Cruising Sails
Sail Care and Maintenance

CHAPTER 17 Self-Steering Systems
Mechanical Self-Steering
Servo-Pendulum Steering
Selecting a Servo-Pendulum Vane
Autopilots ,

CHAPTER 18 Magnetic Steering Compasses
Anatomy of a Magnetic Compass
Legibility
Compass Lighting
Selecting a Compass
Mounting a Bulkhead Compass
Taking Care of the Compass

CHAPTER 19 Tenders for Cruising
Inflatables
Rigid Tenders (Dinghies)
Dinghy Techniques

PART3 THE VOYAGE

CHAPTER 20 Trip Planning
Weather
Shipping Lanes
Sailing Aids
Sailing Directions (Pilots)
Light Lists
Radio Publications
Tide and Current Tables
Cruising Guidebooks
Cruising Associations
Putting It Together

CHAPTER 21 Provisioning
Food
Water Replenishment
Provisioning Ports
The Other Side of Provisioning

CHAPTER 22 Storage
Weight
Accessibility
Safety and Security
Record Keeping
Waterproofing
Creating Space
Food Storage
Water Storage
Clothing Storage
Books and Charts
Cameras
Electronic Equipment
Spare Parts and Tools
Fuel and Flammables

CHAPTER 23 Psychological Aspects of Cruising
Leadership
Potential Problems
Voices in the Night
Who's There?

CHAPTER 24 Cruising with Children

CHAPTER 25 Final Preparations
Shakedown Cruise
Realities of Departure
Saying Good-Bye

CHAPTER 26 Routine at Sea
Navigation
Weather Observations
Repairs and Other Jobs
Meals
Relaxation and Leisure
Sleeping
Exercise
Standing Watch
Duties of the Watchstander
Watch Schedule

CHAPTER 27 Heavy Weather at Sea
Preparation
Heavy Weather Techniques
Post-Storm Conditions
Personal Observations

CHAPTER 28 Safety at Sea and Emergency Procedures
Crew Safety
Man Overboard
Boat Safety
Survival

CHAPTER 29 Approaching Harbors and Anchorages
Condition of the Crew
Approach Strategy
Yacht Preparation
Best Times for Harbor Entry
Where to Anchor
Before Going Ashore
Post-Passage Letdown

CHAPTER 30 Anchors and Anchoring
Forces Acting on an Anchored Boat
Surge Loading
How Anchors Work
Choosing Your Anchor
Anchor Rodes
Selecting an Anchoring System
Fair Weather Anchoring

PART 4 IN PORT

CHAPTER 31 Heavy Weather Procedures in Port
Safe Harbors
To Stay or to Go
Picking a Hurricane Anchorage
Setting Anchors
Anchor Rodes
Tying Off to the Land
Chafe
Boat Preparation
Watching Out for the Other Guy
Yachts on Land
Crew Preparation
Non-Hurricane Heavy Weather
Levels of Complexity
Cabo San Lucas - A Case Study

CHAPTER 32 Maintenance and Repairs
Doing It Yourself
Maintenance and Inspection Schedule
Manuals and Instruction Books
Spares
Tools
Bottom Paint
Selecting a Yard for Haul-Out
Repair Charges
Haul-Outs
On the Hard
Security

CHAPTER 33 Maintaining Good Health
Medical Help
Medical Costs and Insurance
Seasickness
Effects of the Sun
Effects of Seawater
Inoculations and Illness
Pests
Dangerous Organisms
Taking Routine Medications

CHAPTER 34 Security for You and Your Yacht
Attitude
Theft
Visitors
Unknown Crew
Guns on Board
Taking Precautions

CHAPTER 35 Formalities
Be Prepared
Entry Procedures
Dealing With Officials

CHAPTER 36 Getting Along in Other Cultures

CHAPTER 37 Communications, Mail, and Money Management
Phone, Fax, and E-mail
Mail Forwarding
Receiving Yacht Equipment
Money and Banking

CHAPTER 38 What is the Cost of Cruising?
Costs that Are Reduced
Costs that Increase

CHAPTER 39 Employment while Cruising
Legal Aspects
Boat Work
Chartering
Yacht Deliveries
Writing and Photography
Miscellaneous

CHAPTER 40 Wrap-Up
APPENDICES 1 Yacht Surveys
2 Determining Electric Cable Size for
Various Runs
3 Ham Radio Maritime Mobile Nets for
Cruising Sailors
4 Voice Radio Procedures
5 Methods for Correcting Compass
Deviation
6 Adhesive Sealants
7 Onboard Tools
8 Spares and Spare Parts
9 Liferaft and Emergency Bag Supplies
10 Procedures for Contact with SAR Helicopters
11 Sample Checklists for Departures and Arrivals
12 Tables and Conversions
13 Useful Addresses
14 Sailing Aid Publications

REFERENCES AND RECOMMENDED READING

INDEX