This is the perfect summary of all you need to know - lights, shapes, buoys, Rules of the Road, tides, flags, knots, breakdowns etc., presented in a splash-resistant, quick-reference format. This is recommended reading for RYA courses and compliments the Dayskipper and Yachtmaster courses perfectly.
Featuring:
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Rule of the Road *
Height of the tide
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Lights and shapes *
Engine troubles
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Sound signals *
Safety equipment
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Buoyage *
Radio distress
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Flags, ropes & knots
These splash-proof cards summarise everything a sailor needs to know or finds hard to remember. Presented in a handy, card format they should take pride of place on any yacht or motorboat.
The Cockpit Companion was first published in 1997 and now needs a few adjustments. We have also added checklists on ‘Ready for Sea’, Safety Equipment and Calling for Assistance.