A new and updated edition of the only sailing manual that you will ever need.

A compact, handy summary of the key things you need to know to start racing or refresh your knowledge: the perfect quick reference guide to keep in your kit bag.

Aimed at boat owners rather than experienced mechanics, The Adlard Coles Book of Outboard Motors is a boon to anyone who puts to sea with an outboard engine. Covering both 2 and 4 stroke engines, the book explains how even the most sophisticated of modern outboards use simple processes to convert fuel to power, and then looks at each of the sub-systems that allow those processes to take place.

Pursue Your Liveaboard Dream

Sailboat racing tactics explained simply by a professional coach and expert dinghy sailor.

Lessons & experiences from the 50 years since the start of his record breaking voyage.