Storm Tactics Handbook: Modern Methods of Heaving-To for Survival in Extreme Conditions

I hope this book gets into many hands. I really believe it will save some lives. Surely it will result in cruising sailors going through gales at sea in a lot more comfort and with a lot more confidence. (Roger C Taylor, Author, Elements of Seamanship, 1995) Whether you have an offshore cruiser or an inshore day boat, this is a volume that makes compulsive and compulsory reading. One day it might even save your vessel or your life. (Paul Gelder, Yachting Monthly, 1996) Covers storm management on small and large boats, boats of traditional and modern design. Storm Tactics was just what I needed. (Pat Henry, SAIL Magazine, 1996) Proper storm management is not just sending maydays. How many voyagers can really heave-to, set a sea anchor, or set storm sails? The Pardeys tell you how and why to do it. (John Kettlewell, Ocean Navigator, 1996) .....will cause you to think in a more positive way about dealing with heavy weather, consequently increasing your confidence. (W M Nixon, Yachting World, 1997) What the Pardeys have to say on the art of storm survival will no doubt stimulate much-needed debate. What they succeed in serving up is an outstanding five-course meal for the brain. (Don Long, 48 Degrees North, 1996) Definitely worth a read - none of us wants to get caught out in storm conditions, but it can only help to have other peoples experiences to fall back on when it finally does happen. (Editor, The Shetland Times, 1996) What the Pardeys commend is supported by extensive evidence from their own and others experiences. The result is indeed a handbook of storm tactics which is likely to become a classic contribution to seagoing safety. (Denny M. Desoutter, Practical Boat Owner, 1996) We all hope never to meet that ultimate storm, but if we sail long enough offshore we probably will. Read Storm Tactics Handbook first. (Anne Hammick, Ocean Cruising Club, England, 1996) Should be compulsory reading for all who venture offshore. Buy it, read it, use it. (George Taylor, Editor, Practical Boat Owner, 1996)