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100 Boat Designs Reviewed
by Peter H. Spectre This volume provides information culled from boat design reviews from "WoodenBoat" magazine. It covers a variety of boats, from rowing craft to motor boats and daysailers to cruising boats. There is an analysis of the lines, construction plan and accommodation plan, plus recommendations for improvements. The scope of work includes designs by John Alden, Joel White, Henry Scheel, Howard Chapelle, S.S. Crocker and many others.
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Hull and Deck Repair
by Don Casey Details information for boatowners on sealing joints, securing hardware, replacing portlights, locating leaks, fixing cracks and even holes, in order to restore a hull's gloss and renew non-slip decks, amongst other repairs.
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Nicholson on Sails
by Ian Nicholson Provides sail tips and ideas for cruising and racing sailors alike. The book describes everything from solving roller furling problems to checking sail twist, curing chafe to stopping leech flutter, and fitting luff foil protectors to preventing hank wear.
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The Principal of Yacht Design
by Lars Larsson This book covers all aspects of yacht design and uses a newly designed 40-footer to demonstrate the practical application of yacht design theory. It covers the new regulations encompassed in the European Recreational Craft Directive which is set to become the international standard. Also included is a chapter on the hydrodynamics of power boats .
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Traditional Boatbuilding Made Easy
by Richard Colin This work describes wooden boatbuilding at its most pleasurable - a traditional boat constructed with solid planking, copper clench nails, bronze fittings and three-strand rope. Written with the first-time builder in mind, this boat is ideal for those new to traditional wooden construction. Written by the designer of the boat, the book moves through the construction steps in detail, making the learning process easier for the beginner with a step-by-step approach illustrated by clear drawings.
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See also Marine Publications Web Site.
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Updated 30 Jul 2003 SM