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  • How to Select and Buy a Cruising Boat at Home or Offshore.

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #1

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 1 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Various options for importation from the USA (also applicable to other countries) are discussed. The authors personal experience in the process is drawn upon and includes several perfectly legal, money saving tips like offshore delivery and taking advantage of the Australian/USA free trade agreement.Four distinct chapters address selection of a boat with analysis of what passage makers and live ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Two Clowns Cross the Pacific in a Small Boat

    by John Champion ...
    Tells of a sailing journey from San Diego to Australia in a 40 foot sailing boat. Covers Mexico, French Polynesia, Cook Islands, Tonga and Fiji. Also has a chapter on various events "that were too much fun," for the crew. Includes useful detail on various formalities required in the respective ports of call. Chapters on each of the destinations mentioned above and a final chapter on comical (in ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Marine Electrics Made Simple or How to Keep the Batteries Charged

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #3

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 3 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Marine electrics are mostly misunderstood by cruising sailors, the people who need the most understanding. This small book describes in simple detail, in plain language how to keep the batteries charged and the options available to do this. It does not attempt to get technical but instead concentrates on the practical understanding of the issues so you can make informed decisions and understand ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Comparing Production Boats in Order to Get What You Need

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #2

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 2 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Five chapters including a beginners explanation of ratios to help you better understand magazine reviews and predict a vessels performance under sail. Much useful information for the potential boat buyer. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Comedies Under Sail or Real Races by Real Amateurs

    by John Champion ...
    These yacht races actually happened as unlikely as it may seem. There is nothing educational, serious or worthwhile in these tales but you may get a laugh from them. The first 50% is free so don't blame me if you don't like it! ... Read more

    $0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • How to Select, Equip and Maintain a Cruising Boat. The Series.

    by John Champion ...
    How to Select, Equip and Maintain a Cruising Boat. The Series. Is a compilation of the authors other e books on cruising boats. The material is the same but makes it all available in one volume at a much lower price. Thirty seven different chapters beginning with comparing boats and the various aspects of different designs and builds. The buying process, both at home and offshore are discussed. ... Read more

    $8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Important Upgrades for Your Cruising Boat

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #4

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 4 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Learn the easy and humorous way about some serious topics. These non technical chapters will provide a light hearted but informative understanding of the topic. Many many suggestions for making your life at sea (or anchor) more comfortable and fun. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Understanding Your Boats Systems and Choices.

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #6

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 6 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    The book details some boat systems such as windlasses and anchoring rode. Compares the options available and the benefits of horizontal and vertical windlasses. Explains what to consider when shopping for a windlass and how to calculate what size to buy. Chapter 2 deals with best installation practice. Chapter 3 deals with boat system voltage, AC and DC is examined and the pros and cons of each, ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Secret Australian Animals Club

    by John Champion ...
    The Secret Australian Animals Club tells of a group of animals living together in a major Australian city park. They include a wombat, peacock, frilled neck lizard and many others. Their names reflect each animals character, Sleepy Head, Fancy Pants and Know It All are the names of the ones mentioned above. Each story features a different central character supported by the rest of the group. ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Refits, More Ways to Make Your Boat Better.

    Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain, #5

    by John Champion ...
    Series Book 5 - Cruising Boats, How to Select, Equip and Maintain
    Details the various options of marine refrigeration and the benefits and disadvantages of each. A chapter on hauling out and various issues to consider like staying aboard or moving off for the job. Refitting in Thailand is discussed as a popular, value for money option taken by hundreds if not thousands of boats each year. Access to systems and components is a compromise on most boats, some tips ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Three Times Around the World Single-Handed

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    Les Powles only had 8 hours of sailing experience when he decided to sail solo around the world. Many novices would be content to just dream of such an adventure, and maybe get as far as a solo Channel crossing a couple of years down the line. Not so Les Powles, one of the twentieth century's most extraordinary and eccentric sailors.Les was in his 50s when he built himself a yacht with little ... Read more

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  • Yachting Yarns from South Australia

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    Yachting Yarns is great news for lovers of all things nautical. This captivating book with its fascinating sea stories is a must for anyone with maritime interests.It traces the history of 10 South Australian sailing vessels, each from its construction through its life journey and is interspersed with humorous anecdotes. To promote the remarkable achievments of South Australian sailors, author ... Read more

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