Skip Novak on Sailing

Skip Novak is revered around the world for his sailing adventures. In this book he brings together the sum of his knowledge and the wisdom of his experience so you can follow in his wake - or create your own. Drawn from his longstanding column for Yachting World, Skip has curated, edited and updated his original missives alongside brand new material to make a collection that is both thought-provokingly bold and invaluably practical. An ardent proponent of self-reliance, his hard-won advice will challenge you to improve your seamanship, focusing on skill, experience and problem-solving knowledge. While covering lots of traditional skills, such as celestial navigation, anchoring and docking, Skip also looks to the future, tackling innovative technologies that can make life afloat easier. Skip has a particular interest in helping new and younger sailors heed the clarion call of adventure he truly believes the ocean provides, and this interest shines through in his thoughtful guidance. Steeped in personal experience, but designed to be as inspirational as it is practical, Skip Novak on Sailing will help you become a better sailor, no matter your level of experience.

Skip Novak

Foreword by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston Introduction Skip's first column 1. Learning to Sail 2. Ocean Racing 3. Design and Maintenance 4. Technology - Pros and Cons 5. Safety at Sea 6. Expedition Sailing and Cruising 7. Stories from Back in the Day Skip's final column Epilogue