The Complete Day Skipper: Skippering with Confidence Right from the Start - Tapa dura

' This book does what it says on the cover and does it well. It is my recommended book for anyone thinking of doing their day skipper practical ' Sailers.co.uk (June 09) 'A very good way to learn the basics.' Ausmarine (October 2009) 'If you are a newcomer to sailing, this book gives you clear and concise guidance.' Yachting Monthly (August 2009) 'Clearly laid out, with suitable use of colour photgraphs to enliven the text and with good, clear diagrams, the book is very accessible.' Royal Naval Sailing Association Journal (WInter 2009) 'Tom Cunliffe...has a laid back, no fuss, hands on method of teaching, and a writing style that is eminently readable. The use of excellent colour pics and graphics also helps the learner along nicely. The whole fulfils perfectly the cover's sub-title - 'Skippering with confidence right from the start'. Sailing (February 2010) 'It is an absolutely invaluable guide and reference work to help you through all stages of learning to skipper a boat and comes highly recommended.' The Little Ship Club (Summer 2010)

The Complete Day Skipperis a totally practical hands-on manual that covers the RYA Day Skipper syllabus in a way that reflects a skipper's growing experience at sea, beginning with yacht handling under power and moving on to boat husbandry and sailing skills and from there to the realistic use of modern electronic navigation systems. Eminently readable and very down to earth, this fully revised new edition has become required reading for all skippers in their early years as well as more experienced sailors who choose not to venture far afield. One of Britain's best-known instructors and writers on seamanship, Tom Cunliffe provides just the right blend of advice, instruction, inspiration and encouragement. 'There are all too few authors...who not only know their subject but can write well about it. Tom Cunliffe is one.' Cruising 'This book covers it all, from boarding and berthing to engines and navigation' Sailing Today