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Inspecting the Aging Sailboat
". . . the perfect place to begin, or continue, your education."
-- Sailing Whether you are shopping for a used fiberglass boat or prioritizing maintenance tasks on the one you already own, this book saves money--and perhaps even disaster. With clear step-by-step drawings and instructions, Don Casey explains how to recognize problems--both surface and hidden--and how to separate cosmetic flaws from serious faults.
-- Sailing Whether you are shopping for a used fiberglass boat or prioritizing maintenance tasks on the one you already own, this book saves money--and perhaps even disaster. With clear step-by-step drawings and instructions, Don Casey explains how to recognize problems--both surface and hidden--and how to separate cosmetic flaws from serious faults.
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144 pages, Paperback
First published November 1, 1996
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March 16, 2018
once I figured out what pintels and gudgeons were, this book became a clear and concise manual for how to kick the tires of a prospective sailboat, even for a novice like me (4 days on a sail boat in my life thus far, if you add up all the times.)
This book makes an invaluable part of a novice's toolkit when combined with a thin bladed screwdriver, a bright light, and the plethora of 20-something adventurous spirits making their own youtube channels about what happens when they ignorantly buy a boat in Florida and sail to the Caribbean. (Not casting aspersions, ignorant adventure people, your channels make for excellent Mr. Don't education.)
For more competent contextualization, How To Sail Oceans defined many of the terms and concepts Casey forgot to write a glossary for.
I go now, to start again at the beginning, taking one more step away from a life on land, and toward a death at sea.
This book makes an invaluable part of a novice's toolkit when combined with a thin bladed screwdriver, a bright light, and the plethora of 20-something adventurous spirits making their own youtube channels about what happens when they ignorantly buy a boat in Florida and sail to the Caribbean. (Not casting aspersions, ignorant adventure people, your channels make for excellent Mr. Don't education.)
For more competent contextualization, How To Sail Oceans defined many of the terms and concepts Casey forgot to write a glossary for.
I go now, to start again at the beginning, taking one more step away from a life on land, and toward a death at sea.
June 14, 2023
I love buying and reading these types of books.
Boats, yachts, historical events and books about the sea are generally excellent. If there are sequels in your series, I would love to read them.
The beauties of owning the books of important authors cannot be discussed. I'm looking forward to your new books.
For friends who want to read this book, I leave the importance of reading a book here. I wish good luck to the sellers and customers...
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4. Reading Improves Literacy
Have you ever read a book where you come across a word you don't know? Books have the power to improve your vocabulary by introducing you to new words. The more you read, the more your vocabulary will improve as well as your ability to communicate effectively. Also, reading improves writing skills by helping the reader understand and learn different writing styles.
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By creating a bedtime routine that includes reading, you can signal to your body that it's time to sleep. Now more than ever, we rely on increased screen time to get through the day. That's why you put your phone away and pick up a book and tell your brain it's time to calm down. Also, since reading helps you relieve stress, reading right before bed helps calm your mind and anxiety and improve your sleep quality.
6. Reading Increases General Knowledge
Books are always full of fun and interesting facts. Whether we read fiction or non-fiction, books have the ability to provide us with information we might not otherwise know. Reading various topics can make you a more knowledgeable person and therefore improve your speaking skills.
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Boats, yachts, historical events and books about the sea are generally excellent. If there are sequels in your series, I would love to read them.
The beauties of owning the books of important authors cannot be discussed. I'm looking forward to your new books.
For friends who want to read this book, I leave the importance of reading a book here. I wish good luck to the sellers and customers...
Top 10 benefits of reading for all ages:
1. Reading Exercises the Brain
As we read, we need to remember the different characters and settings of a particular story. Even if you enjoy reading a book in one sitting, you need to remember the details during the time you devote to reading the book. Therefore, reading is an exercise for your brain that improves memory function.
2. Reading Is a (free) Form of Entertainment
Did you know that most of the popular TV series and movies are based on books? So why not indulge in the original form of entertainment by immersing yourself in reading? Most importantly, it's free with your Markham Public Library card.
3. Reading Improves Concentration and Focus
We all agree that there can be no reading without focus, and we need to concentrate on every page we read to fully understand the story. In a world where gadgets only speed up and shorten our attention span, we must constantly practice concentration and focus. Reading is one of the few activities that requires your undivided attention, so it improves your ability to concentrate.
4. Reading Improves Literacy
Have you ever read a book where you come across a word you don't know? Books have the power to improve your vocabulary by introducing you to new words. The more you read, the more your vocabulary will improve as well as your ability to communicate effectively. Also, reading improves writing skills by helping the reader understand and learn different writing styles.
5. Reading Improves Sleep
By creating a bedtime routine that includes reading, you can signal to your body that it's time to sleep. Now more than ever, we rely on increased screen time to get through the day. That's why you put your phone away and pick up a book and tell your brain it's time to calm down. Also, since reading helps you relieve stress, reading right before bed helps calm your mind and anxiety and improve your sleep quality.
6. Reading Increases General Knowledge
Books are always full of fun and interesting facts. Whether we read fiction or non-fiction, books have the ability to provide us with information we might not otherwise know. Reading various topics can make you a more knowledgeable person and therefore improve your speaking skills.
7. Reading Is Motivating
By reading books about heroes overcoming adversity, we are often encouraged to do the same. Whether it's a romance novel or a self-help book, the right book can motivate you to never give up and stay positive.
https://numberoneboats.com/
https://theboatyacht.com/
https://theboatyacht.com/hunter-25-sa...
https://numberoneboats.com/hunter-25-...
https://theboatyacht.com/hunter-23-sa...
https://numberoneboats.com/hunter-23-...
March 23, 2019
Must Read Before Shopping!
This quick read will help you avoid buying the paint job! Sadly, many of the steps recommended are likely to be prohibited by the broker or seller, such as disassembling winches and climbing the mast. Nevertheless, this book outlines and explains a thorough and realistic process to begin the actual survey and buying process.
This quick read will help you avoid buying the paint job! Sadly, many of the steps recommended are likely to be prohibited by the broker or seller, such as disassembling winches and climbing the mast. Nevertheless, this book outlines and explains a thorough and realistic process to begin the actual survey and buying process.
November 7, 2021
Perfect Step-by-Step How-to for Evaluating a Sailboat
Everything you need to know to evaluate whether to buy a particular sailboat. Much of the knowledge applies specifically fiberglass to production boats, but the advice is never the less valuable.
Everything you need to know to evaluate whether to buy a particular sailboat. Much of the knowledge applies specifically fiberglass to production boats, but the advice is never the less valuable.
September 14, 2022
Fantastic resource, Don does a great job of keeping everything simple. I had experience sailing before reading this but almost none with the ins and outs of sailboat construction and what to look for in a boat. He sharpened my eye and provides great advice on what to look for in a sailboat.
February 2, 2021
Very informatic.
February 15, 2024
I wish I had read this before buying my last boat :)
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